And it starts with asking for votes Read more
Which Model Is More Profitable for High-End Work—Seeking an Architect-Driven Project or Doing Your Own Design Work?
The answer is … Read more
Plan Ahead for Labor Cost Increases
Have you accounted for raises, bonuses, and added benefits when estimating and pricing jobs? Read more
Big50 Bites
Five Pieces of Advice from 2016 Big50 Honorees
We kick off the 2016 Big50 Bites series with words of wisdom from five remodeling industry pros Read more
Harvard's Revision of its Remodeling Forecast Tool Shines Harsh Light on a Key Federal Report
JCHS expands and upgrades LIRA in part because of a Census Bureau report's volatility Read more
REMODELING
Overtime Rule Released; Industry Groups Heap Scorn on Feds' 'Arrogance'
The White House and the Labor Department detail final rule on overtime, doubling the annual pay threshold. Read more
The new rule, released today, hopes to "nudge" employers and employees to prevent workplace injury and illnesses. Read more
What'd You Say?: A Guide to Word of Mouth Marketing
This low-tech marketing technique is a great way to get the publicity you need Read more
When it Comes to Marketing Strategies, Think Big(50)
Big50 members excel in all areas of the industry, including marketing. Take advantage of some of their best tips. Read more
Remodeling
How to Stand Out from the Crowd at a Home Show Event
For many homeowners the process of choosing a company to work with began months ago at home shows across the country. But how do you make them stick around your booth? And what are homeowners looking for this year? Read more
Jump-Start Your Marketing Strategy with this Beginner's Checklist
Are you ready to embrace a tech-savvy marketing strategy? Make sure you've checked off this list before you start. Read more
Marketing and sales shouldn't be about†tips, tricks, and techniques to persuade people to call us or to sign on the dotted line, Bruce Case says. Instead, think of†marketing and sales as about extending an invitation. Read more
Design/Build
How to Go Green and Make Green
Boston-based Placetailor leverages the design/build model to make sustainability and a trademark aesthetic integral parts of its projects. Read more
Siding Over the Rainbow
These siding products strengthen exteriors and let you play with color Read more
Remodeling
Five Standout Kitchen Renovations
The winners of the annual Contractor of the Year Awards were announced this month. Here are five award-winning kitchens from this year's awards. Read more