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Working With ProsA Beginner’s Guide to Managing a Remodel
How do you make your design dream a reality? Here’s some project management know-how to help you work with your designer
Full StoryConcreteWhy Concrete Wants to Crack
We look at the reasons concrete has a tendency to crack — and what you can do to help control it
Full StoryHealthy HomeWhat to Know About Controlling Dust During Remodeling
You can't eliminate dust during construction, but there are ways to contain and remove as much of it as possible
Full StoryContractor TipsBuilding Permits: The Final Inspection
In the last of our 6-part series on the building permit process, we review the final inspection and typical requirements for approval
Full StoryContractor TipsBuilding Permits: The Inspection Process
In Part 5 of our series on home building permits, we explore typical inspection schedules for a variety of project types
Full StoryContractor Tips6 Lessons Learned From a Master Suite Remodel
One project yields some universal truths about the remodeling process
Full StoryContractor TipsBuilding Permits: What to Know About Green Building and Energy Codes
In Part 4 of our series examining the residential permit process, we review typical green building and energy code requirements
Full StoryContractor TipsBuilding Permits: 10 Critical Code Requirements for Every Project
In Part 3 of our series examining the building permit process, we highlight 10 code requirements you should never ignore
Full StoryContractor TipsBuilding Permits: The Submittal Process
In part 2 of our series examining the building permit process, learn what to do and expect as you seek approval for your project
Full StoryContractor TipsBuilding Permits: When a Permit Is Required and When It's Not
In this article, the first in a series exploring permit processes and requirements, learn why and when you might need one
Full StoryWorking With ProsConstruction Contracts: How to Understand What You Are Buying
Learn how plans, scope of work and specifications define the work to be completed
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