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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
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Re-Bath Expands its Reach with New Franchise
The company signs a deal with brothers who are first-time franchisees
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NAIMA Teams with OSHA for Safety Program
The North American Insulation Manufacturers Association (NAIMA) completed the first steps of a comprehensive, voluntary work practice program developed in conjunction with the U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and key contractor...
Illinois Law Mandates Consumer Information
Home Repair Remodeling Act requires all remodelers to hand out a pamphlet called 'Home Repair: Know Your Consumer Rights'
Basement Code Changes Offer Remodeling Opportunities
The new International Residential Building Code (IRC), which is set to take affect this month, includes specific requirements that offer even more opportunities for basement finishing projects.
Remodeling Data Still in Short Supply
The remodeling industry has received a boost from government reporting agencies, but those same agencies continue to be unable to gather information on remodeling spending.
Remodelers Liable for Trade Safety
Remodelers could be cited for OSHA violations even if their employees are not exposed to the hazard, under Ca
Rehab Code Advances
Rehabilitation codes that were demonstrated effective in New Jersey have been accepted into the International Residential Code.
Clamping Down on Suspected Counterfeits
In mid-June the U.S. Court of Charlotte, N.C., upheld an injunction against Michigan-based Wholesale Tools preventing them from selling tools suspected of being counterfeit American Tool products.
Resources for Family-Owned Businesses
This brief outlines the legal definition of a family business and points readers toward some online references.
Chrysalis
Rick Bainbridge was named 1999 Chrysalis Remodeler of the Year at the Southern Building Show.