Many remodelers don’t have a succession plan in place. Iris Harrell was no different. What happens to your remodeling company if something happens to you?

It's a position no remodeler wants to be in, but with a slipping economy and work dropping off, many owners are having to make the tough decision to lay off employees.

While the kitchen remodel was just one element of the ambitious whole-house makeover of this 1920s lakeside cottage in Minneapolis, it was this part of the project that really made the difference when it came to transforming the home's character from dark and dated to modern and inviting.

Allegro Builders restores a once-grand 1910 home that had been seemingly ruined by years of neglect and abuse as it went from owner to owner before ending up as a halfway house for the homeless.

Trade secrets from the remodeling industry

While 2007 had its rough moments, 2008 seems to be the year that the housing downturn really hit remodeling. Fundamentally, the remodeling industry follows the trends of homebuilding. While the troughs are not as deep and the peaks not as high, new construction is a good predictor of remodeling activity.

A focal point wet bar, distinctive coffered ceilings and safari-themed finishes incorporated into the design for the remodeled basement in this Centennial, Colo. residence provide the family with an adventurous entertaining area.

After putting up with a leaky deck for 10 years, Mick Roberts wanted the problem to end. Permanently. He hired Emerald Contractors, a remodeler in Tarpon Springs, Fla., to do the job.

Do your customers always get what they want? Are they delighted with the finished project? Are they happy to recommend you? If they're not, this is a must read that will help you manage those expectations.

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