July 2008

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July New Product Showcase

Pearl Baths Sporting an ergo
July 1, 2008

Lead Paint Lowdown

Sidebars: Key Facts Matt Watkins, NAHB environmental policy analyst.  Photo by Bill Geiger New lead paint regulations are set to take effect in 2010, and remodelers who ...
July 1, 2008

Taking Over Botched Jobs

Sidebars: This month featuring:  Jud Motsenbocker Contributing EditorWhat happens to botched jobs? Who comes in to clean up someone else's mistakes? How do you charge for...
July 1, 2008

What is a Raving Fan?

Dave Bryan Contributing Editor In my last article, I talked about company culture and how it can make or break client satisfaction. Now I would like to discuss how to create a...
July 1, 2008

Building A Strong Foundation

Larry Murr Advisory Board Columnist I have a quote pinned on the wall next to my desk that I refer to frequently to keep myself grounded. It is from John Ortberg, senior pastor...
July 1, 2008

How to Sell Generated Leads

Doug Dwyer Contributing Editor Most remodelers have worked very hard to build a business based largely on referrals. Why? There are many reasons: (1) It doesn't cost much to get...
July 1, 2008

Green Terminology 101

There are a lot of terms and phrases that get thrown around when it comes to green remodeling and building. Not understanding the basic concepts can make it difficult to follow...
July 1, 2008

You Don't Exist Without 'E'

Sidebars: Our Mission Michael R. Morris Editor in Chief Can you believe there are still remodelers out there who don't have a company Web site? The cute little girl with the ...
July 1, 2008

Trade Secrets

If you have a Trade Secret you would like to share, e-mail Senior Editor Jonathan Sweet at [email protected].
July 1, 2008