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5 Exterior Repairs to Tackle Before Spring Showers Begin

5 Exterior Repairs to Tackle Before Spring Showers Begin

Spring showers may bring flowers, but they can also bring significant damage if your home isn’t properly maintained. Before the rain begins, it’s time to assess your property and tackle key exterior repairs. Here are five essential tasks to help protect your home or business and avoid costly repairs later: Inspect and Repair Your RoofWinter weather can wreak havoc on roofing materials, especially shingles. Check for any missing, cracked, or curling shingles and have them replaced promptly. Pay attention to areas around vents, chimneys, and skylights where leaks are most likely to occur. A properly maintained roof can save you...

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Tool Maintenance Tips: Keeping Your Equipment in Top Shape

Tool Maintenance Tips: Keeping Your Equipment in Top Shape

Whether you’re a seasoned contractor or a passionate DIYer, your tools are essential for getting the job done right. Proper maintenance not only extends the life of your equipment but also ensures safety, efficiency, and better project outcomes. To help you keep your tools in prime condition, we’ve compiled a list of essential tool maintenance tips. These tips are perfect for any professional or weekend warrior who values their gear. 1. Clean Your Tools Regularly After every project, make it a habit to clean your tools thoroughly. Dirt, dust, and debris can accumulate quickly, leading to reduced efficiency and potential...

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Drywall Finish Options: Choosing the Right Look for Your Project

Drywall Finish Options: Choosing the Right Look for Your Project

When it comes to drywall, many people think of it as just a basic component of walls and ceilings. However, the way drywall is finished can have a major impact on the overall appearance, functionality, and design of a space. Contractors and DIYers alike should consider the various drywall finish options available to achieve the perfect look and meet the specific needs of the project. In this blog, we’ll explore the most common drywall finishes, their applications, and how to decide which one is best for your next project.The 5 Levels of Drywall Finishing Drywall finishing is categorized into five...

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Contractor’s Project Management Roles & Responsibilities

Contractor’s Project Management Roles & Responsibilities

Project management roles and responsibilities for contractors are both many and varied. The specific roles depend on the size of the construction company. The typical local contractor, with a couple of employees takes on the role of a project manager, business owner, customer service representative, as well as worker (Carpenter, Plumber, Electrician, etc.). As the scale of the company and scope of the projects increase, the role of a project manager comes more into focus. Below, we’ll discuss some of the major responsibilities that a project manager handles daily, regardless of the company’s size. Planning For the construction company to...

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Choosing the Right Wood for Your Project

Choosing the Right Wood for Your Project

As tempting as it may be, cost should not be the driving factor in choosing the right wood for your project. Typically, softwood such as pine and poplar are less expensive. That’s not a problem, if you’re building a simple shelf or making crown moldings. If you’re building something that requires a little more durability, then those are not the choices for you. The largest determining factor in the wood that you will choose is the project itself. What are you building? Obvious question, sure but when it comes to wood, certain varieties are best suited for certain projects. For...

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