Professional Remodeler articles from October 2005

Professional Remodeler archives from October 2005

Showpiece Showers.
October 1, 2005... By Wendy A. Jordan, Senior Contributing Editor It's not about getting clean; it's about an experience Showers aren't just for washing anymore; they've become in-home spas, replacing the whirlpool tub in the heart of homeowners. The...

Visionary Design: Best of the Best Design Awards.
October 1, 2005... By Jena Peterson, Editorial Intern Beauty is in the eye of the homeowner. See what remodelers did to meet and exceed their clients' vision. The winning projects in the 2005 Best of the Best Design Awards feature more than just original...

Why Are You in Business?
October 1, 2005... Doug Dwyer, Contributing Editor Why are we doing what we do day in and day out? Is it because you or I think that is what we should or have to do? As leaders, are we clear about the reason why we are in business for ourselves? What is...

Stormy Weather.
October 1, 2005... Michael Morris, Editor in Chief As I write this, the images of devastation from hurricanes Katrina and Rita are still vivid in my mind. And while the Gulf Coast states suffered the direct hit and felt the immediate impact of nature's fury,...

Time Management.
October 1, 2005... By Jena Peterson, Editorial Intern Meet work and personal goals by prioritizing and planning Balancing Act Clay Nelson, a remodeling industry consultant and president of Clay Nelson Life Balance, suggests four short-term practices...

Selling in the Showroom.
October 1, 2005... Mike Gorman, Contributing Editor With a walk-in showroom, we may not always have the advantage of qualifying prospects before meeting them. We learn about our prospects when we visit their homes; they learn about us when they visit our...

Low-Maintenance Materials.
October 1, 2005... Staff With more double-income families and increased drive times, consumers have less time than ever to spend on maintaining their residences. Older homeowners hoping to age in place may be less able to do work around the house....

Building Business Equity.
October 1, 2005... Tom Swartz, Contributing Editor Creating value means measuring more than hard assets It's the classic problem for remodelers: what is your company worth beyond the trucks, equipment and tools? Brand recognition and a good reputation,...