Construction Practices
Construction Practices
Articles, surveys, ideas, trends, and tips on best practices for residential builders, remodelers, and architects serving the residential construction industry.
How to Insulate a Heated, Structural Slab with XPS
ProTradeCraft's Building Resilience season three starts with making a basement more comfortable
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How to Retrofit Foundation Footings
To make a low-height basement a more comfortable living space, this remodeler digs deeper but needs to add support to do so
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6 Must-Knows for Installing Pocket Doors
Save your sanity: Do it right the first time
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Crawl Spaces to Basements: Proceed with Caution
Converting a crawl space to other uses can upgrade a home and add significant value, but when done incorrectly, it can also be disastrous
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A Balanced Approach to Roof Ventilation
Creating an equal distribution of intake and exhaust vents can make a big difference in controlling temperature and moisture inside the attic
Lack of Permit Could Come Back to Haunt
Homeowners are often in the dark about what permits are required for the work they want done and who's responsible for obtaining them. Short answer: you are
Buy Once, Pay Twice? No! The Purpose of Lien Waivers
Homeowners sometimes get blindsided when it turns out the GC they hired hasn't paid his subs or materials suppliers. The lien waiver in your contract protects homeowners against this.
Out of Business But Still Liable?
You close your company and retire. Years later a former client wants to file a warranty claim. Are you still liable?
Model ReModel Exterior
The 2016 Model ReModel home in Batavia, Ill., features design excellence, innovative materials, and construction best practices
Time Is of the Essence Provision in Construction Contracts
Timing is everything—especially with a "time is of the essence" provision
Tips for Installing Leakproof Kickout Flashing
Poorly installed or missing flashing at roof-wall connections is a common cause of water damage. Here's the solution
How to Insulate a Monolithic Slab [GUIDE]
A how-to guide for slab-on-grade foundations in either hot or cold climates
