Professional Remodeler articles from September 2005

Professional Remodeler archives from September 2005

When Every Drop Counts.
September 1, 2005... By Susan Conbere, PATH Partners Make efficient use of water in any remodel Even in the age of potfillers and second sinks, body jets and soaking tubs, some homeowners care about water conservation. They'd like to reduce their water...

The Five Essentials of Consistent Construction Quality.
September 1, 2005... By Kimberly Sweet, Editor Put these elements in place and get the job done right the first time You never know what lies behind the walls of an existing home. Every remodeling project is unique. Renovating an existing home is much...

Pricing For Profit and Growth.
September 1, 2005... Doug Dwyer, Contributing Editor The typical entrepreneur, whether starting a remodeling company or some other small business, has a general idea of what he or she wants to do: Build a company with a great reputation. Be known for quality...

Magical Marketing Tour.
September 1, 2005... Michael Morris, Editor in Chief What if you could rely on a single lead source for 40 percent of your business next year? Sure would make it a little easier to formulate your marketing plan, wouldn't it? Sounds like a fantasy, doesn't it?...

Finding Skilled Employees.
September 1, 2005... By Jena Peterson, Editorial Intern Ask Around "The best way to find a good foundation crew is to ask the framing crew," says Jay Newitt, professor of construction management at Brigham Young University and construction industry...

Creating a Contemporary Masterpiece.
September 1, 2005... Renee Young Homeowners' input makes for an eclectic ambiance "Wow!" That's all Rick Montelongo, CGR, president of Montelongo Homes & Remodeling, could say when he first saw this 1950s, 1,200-square-foot brick home. Nestled between...

A Cold Winter Still Brings in Sunshine.
September 1, 2005... Renee Young Maxing window space opens the kitchen and the view When the owners of this suburban Boston home -- both natives of Florida -- looked to build a kitchen addition, they elected to do it in 2002, which proved to be the coldest...

Designing a Dream.
September 1, 2005... Renee Young and Jena Peterson Architectural details make for an uplifting outcome A client more concerned about finish details than the budget? For some remodelers, that might be a nightmare. But if your focus is architectural...

Two Birds, One Stone.
September 1, 2005... Staff Creativity doesn't simply extend to remodelers' bump out ability and wall placement strategies. Remodelers' products are an expression and reflection of their experience and credibility. Products are what you leave behind, and...

Should You Ever Cut Margin?
September 1, 2005... Jud Motsenbocker, Contributing Editor Sacrificing profit is the ultimate mistake. Except when it's not. Seminars, classes, conferences, peer groups -- indeed, even remodeling publications -- devote themselves to teaching the importance...

Putting in the Fix.
September 1, 2005... By Wendy A. Jordan, Senior Contributing Editor A faulty 12-year-old remodel turns a "cosmetic" problem into a contractor's chance to save the day and win more work Just when you think you can spot a lemon of a remodeling job, along...

Networking Without a Server.
September 1, 2005... Dave Taraboletti, Contributing Editor From the first time someone copied a file to a diskette, people have recognized the importance and value of sharing computer files among users and their computers. It wasn't long before a handful of...