Should You Charge for the Estimate?
Why providing a comprehensive estimate and charging for it makes better business sense than giving prospective clients a free estimate. Read more
Avoiding Brick Veneer Siding Failure
Forensic architect Harrison McCampbell on the installation details that builders need to get right to avoid problems with brick cladding later on. Read more
Furring for foam sheathing; weather barriers; rigid foam and condensation Read more
Code's Eye View
Step Flashing vs. Continuous Flashing
Both methods are code-approved, but Glenn Mathewson explains why you might not want to abandon the decades-long practice of using step flashing with asphalt shingles. Read more
Fixing a Ghost Door
Gary Katz has a simple solution that stops a door from opening on its own. Read more
On The Job
Pre-Assembling Exterior Trim
Fabricating parts on the ground or in the shop saves time and improves quality. Read more
Insulated Footings for a Massachusetts Passive House
A Massachusetts builder starts a custom Passive House in suburban Boston with insulated foundation footings — this time, using Foamglas instead of plastic insulation. Read more
Energy
Conditioning Energy Recovery Ventilators
Adding a heat pump lets an ERV help with heating, cooling, and humidity control. Read more
Easily Add Solar To Tile Roofs with QuickMount PV
The maker's QBase Universal Tile Mount works with flat or curved tiles Read more
Uvex Livewire Seals Out Particles and Fog
The goggle-style eyewear had an anti-fog coating for clear, protected vision Read more
Nora Lighting Adjustble LED Downlight for Wall-Washing
A wide adjustment angle makes these fixtures flexible for use in a variety of applications Read more
Whirlpool Revisits the Bronze Age with New Color Option
Sunset bronze give a subtle softness to cool stainless steel Read more
Titebond Fast Set Makes Quick Work of Multiple Substrates
Fast curing time and a wide range of working temperatures make this a versatile adhesive Read more
Rheem EcoNet Brings Wi-Fi to Water Heaters
Adjust temperature, get alerts, and request maintenance for your water heater with a mobile app Read more
Jeld-Wen Siteline Window & Door Collection
Get big looks at a smaller price with a variety of size options in this affordably priced line Read more
ThermalStar Radiant Comfort Panels for Hydronic Heating
Make hydronic heating installations easier for new construction or retrofit Read more
Armstrong Adds Seaside Chic Colorways to Architectural Remants Collection
Weathered timbers inspire the collections latest new products Read more
Two Icynene Formulations Now Offer 4-Hour Re-Occupancy
Get your trades back to work and your clients home faster with revised re-occupancy allownaces. Read more
A unique blend of materials brings interest to the bath with this furntiure collection. Read more
Toolbox
Innovative Edge Clamps
A rubber strap spans the jaws of these spring clamps for quick and easy edge-clamping. Read more
Backfill
Indoor Old Growth
Some of the best-quality lumber can be found in old school gymnasiums. Read more
Challenging Tradition: New Materials May Lead To A Code Change
Strategies for avoiding failure Read more
