Once they've written a check, customers don't change their minds. But you need to get that check. So be clear about how much you need for a deposit and why. That will eliminate most pushback. More
Get Dwell, a handyman service in Chicago's northern suburbs, uses a project management form not just to organize crews but also as a means to make certain the company gets paid for its work each day, every day. More
If you don't currently do attic inspections as part of your process for selling roofing, read on. An attic inspection will not only yield important information about the state of the roof, it will also set your company apart from the competition. More
More money, new lenders, and relaxed credit standards revitalize the once-flagging market for home improvement financing. More
A window and door specialist from Chicago shares fast and efficient installation methods to ensure windows perform well and stand the test of time. More
An organized work vehicle can save you a ton of time and effort, and it might even... More
Can you handle torch-down roofing? Not every roofer can, as evidenced in the recent fire of a Chicago-area strip mall where officials believe a roofing crew using propane torches sparked the massive blaze. More
Sometimes, despite the existence of exciting new options like fused bamboo decking and railings integrated with low-voltage LEDs, budget and availability determine product choice More
A fast-moving storm system triggered dozens of tornadoes on Sunday that killed at least eight people and flattened large parts of a town southwest of Chicago. It's the latest tragedy that prompts the question once again: Is there a better way to build in tornado country? More
Tool organizers from Festool, DeWalt, and Bosch. Choose which system best fits... More
