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 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
Construction
6 Must-Knows for Installing Pocket Doors
Save your sanity: Do it right the first time
Construction Practices
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
NAHB
Webinar: Project and Trade Management Musts—The New American Remodel 2023
Access the webinar here to learn project and trade management lessons from The New American Remodel 2023
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Dig Deeper
A few easy-to-learn prompts combined with strong listening skills can help increase your close rate and avoid unhappy clients
Balanced Ventilation
In a tightly air-sealed house, a mechanical ventilation system ensures a healthy exchange of fresh air
TNAR: A Strong Finish
The New American Remodeled home’s interior shows off the latest products and technologies
Lighting: Theory Meets Practice
Real-world footcandle readings shine a light on the importance of recessed fixture size, lamp type, and fixture location
Is It Yes Or No?
He found out that asking for the sale was a lot easier when it followed all the other steps in the selling system.
Something’s Wrong With This Window
Service issues are a touchy but inevitable part of the window replacement business.