While it's true that remodeling is in better shape than the new-home market and that the slowdown has hit some areas and some companies harder than others, there's no denying that these are difficult times. Companies of all sizes and business models doing all types of work are affected. Remodelers offer tips for weathering the downturn. More
REMODELING profiles Gary Porter, owner of G.A. Porter Construction of Dayton, Ohio More
A good fence, versatile controls, and a long base for controlling snipe are key. More
Gary Porter surveys his present condition to chart his company's future. Porter has been using one version or another of this report for more than two decades, so within 10 or 15 minutes, he's able to determine which bills he needs to pay that week and when he'll need to sign a contract for another job. More
Two for One: Router conversion kits offer plunge- and fixed-base routers in one package. More
