A builder with a fast-growing business explains how co-op advertising provides the extra funds for a high-quality, high-volume marketing campaign. Read more
This custom builder used a site-built jig to make quick work of cutting composite curved rafters. Read more
A flooring contractor shares layout, installation, and trim tips for producing a professional-looking job. Read more
Installing A Skylight
Leak-free skylights start with careful attention to the manufacturer's directions, according to this veteran installer. Read more
A master electrician describes how to trace wires, identify circuits, and diagnose common job-site electrical problems. Read more
Three Ways to Build a Barn Door
It's tempting to make big doors out of plywood, but it won't stay flat when exposed to the weather. Here are three better approaches. Read more
Q. To turn a small outbuilding into a living space, I plan to pour a slab floor within the existing 4-foot frostwall foundation. How much and what kind of insulation should I use for the foundation, and where should I place it -- under the slab or next to Read more
Q. I'm building a custom home for clients who have asthma and allergies. What building details should I pay particular attention to? Read more
Q. I'm considering using electric radiant heating panels in the ceiling of a small superinsulated apartment, but I hear a lot of bias against electric heat. Can it be cost effective in this case? Read more
How to determine your company's markup Read more
Is speaking English a valid job requirement? Read more
