Professional Remodeler articles from July 2008

Professional Remodeler archives from July 2008

Building A Strong Foundation.
July 1, 2008... By Larry Murr, Advisory Board Columnist I have a quote pinned on the wall next to my desk that I refer to frequently to keep myself grounded. It is from John Ortberg, senior pastor of the Menlo Presbyterian Church, who says: "It is in the...

Growth Culture.
July 1, 2008... By Jonathan Sweet, Senior Editor The Right Company Culture Allows Finished Basement Co. to Excel Without the right people and the right culture, a company can't expect to have long-term success. That's an idea that took Patrick...

Uncharted Waters.
July 1, 2008... By Jonathan Sweet, Senior Editor Setting Sail for a Second Location can be a Great Way to Grow Business Maybe your company has saturated the local community. Maybe you want to grab a piece of a lucrative remodeling market. Or maybe you...

What is a Raving Fan?
July 1, 2008... Dave Bryan, Contributing Editor In my last article, I talked about company culture and how it can make or break client satisfaction. Now I would like to discuss how to create a common language for everyone in your company, so that everyone...

How to Sell Generated Leads.
July 1, 2008... Doug Dwyer, Contributing Editor Most remodelers have worked very hard to build a business based largely on referrals. Why? There are many reasons: (1) It doesn't cost much to get referral business; (2) Most referrals buy; (3) They...

You Don't Exist Without 'E'.
July 1, 2008... Michael R. Morris, Editor in Chief Can you believe there are still remodelers out there who don't have a company Web site? The cute little girl with the braids at the end of our block with the lemonade stand has a Web site. The 10-year-old...

The Value of E-Marketing.
July 1, 2008... By Mike Morris, Editor in Chief How Remodelers are Making the Most of Their Online Presence Editor's Note: In keeping with the electronic topic of this article, all interviews were conducted via e-mail and all images collected...

Lead Paint Lowdown.
July 1, 2008... By Jonathan Sweet, Senior Editor What You Need to Know About the New Federal Rules New lead paint regulations are set to take effect in 2010, and remodelers who work in pre-1978 buildings will face some major changes in the way they...

Green Terminology 101.
July 1, 2008... By Rebecca Bryant, Contributing Editor Don't let the plethora of new terms overwhelm you There are a lot of terms and phrases that get thrown around when it comes to green remodeling and building. Not understanding the basic concepts...

Downtown Update.
July 1, 2008... By Ann Matesi, Senior Contributing Editor Sensitive design and solid project management skills from the start give this urban challenge a beautiful finish It took a lot to Modernize the living and entertaining areas in this century-old...

Products.
July 1, 2008... Staff Pearl Baths Staff Sporting an ergonomically designed backrest to recline in comfort and a cushioned alcove to support the head, Pearl Baths' new Release bathtub series is designed for just that--a release. Optional air or...

Taking Over Botched Jobs.
July 1, 2008... Jud Motsenbocker, Contributing Editor One person's screw-up can make you a 'white knight' What happens to botched jobs? Who comes in to clean up someone else's mistakes? How do you charge for a job that's already been paid for? These...

Out of the Ashes.
July 1, 2008... By Wendy A. Jordan, Senior Contributing Editor A Fire-Ravaged House and its Antique Contents are Brought Back to 'Good as Old' Condition A phone call one Friday evening launched First Restoration of Asheville, N.C., on a journey far...

Trade Secrets.
July 1, 2008... By Jonathan Sweet, Senior Editor Having fun with open book Jonathan Sweet A lot of companies share financials with their employees, but Blue Canyon Construction decided a few years ago to have some fun with the concept. The...