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Remodeling Spending To Tick Up Through Mid-2025
The Leading Indicator of Remodeling Activity report says things will trend up after a modest downturn
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Curbio Joins NAR As New Member Benefits Partner
National Association of Realtors members receive access to the Curbio home improvement platform
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NAHB Announces Action Plan for Housing Affordability
Six of the proposed 10 action items are important to residential remodelers
Home Improvement
Re-Bath Expands its Reach with New Franchise
The company signs a deal with brothers who are first-time franchisees
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Cabinet sales down, but R&R on its way up
A Kitchen Cabinet Manufacturers Survey found a 35.2 percent decline in cabinet sales between May 2008 to May 2009
Stimulus Package Q&A
Professional Remodeler editor Jay Sweet answers the most common questions remodelers have about the stimulus package and tax credits.
6 Tips for Specifying and Installing Windows and Doors
Improper or insufficient design details and shoddy installation of windows or doors can lead to air infiltration, moisture intrusion and poor overall performance.
Electronics association says home automation projects down 10 to 15 percent
The Custom Electronic Design & Installation Association says the association’s clients are cutting budgets by 10 to 15 percent of the total construction cost, including electronics. Many clients are also pre-wiring their home to upgrade later if they want. “It is clear that across the board we are seeing a much higher level of sensitivity to budgets with clients paying close at...
The Perfect Time to Grow Market Share
Professional Remodeler columnist Bruce Case Explains Why Remodelers Need to Grab Market Share Now
Remodeler's Exchange: Make the Most of the Stimulus
The tax credits for energy-efficient remodels included in the recent stimulus package are getting a lot of attention. We talked to two remodelers who are using the credits to boost their businesses.
New Products for Remodelers and Home Builders
The new products featured in May 2009 Professional Remodeler magazine (also of note for home builders)