Using Reclaimed Wood
I recently discovered a really cool company that’s created a very unique reclaimed wood company. I asked them to write a short article telling all of us more about the company and the …

Roofing products were very visible at this year’s International Builder’s Show in Orlando. One of the booths that I enjoyed visiting was DaVinci. Read on to learn about some great new products that they recently …

Using Girder Trusses for Open Framing
Today I want to quickly share some photos from a commercial building that we’re in the process of constructing this winter. We’re building a major addition for a Chrysler Dealership …

MAUMEE, Ohio — Founded almost five decades ago, Therma-Tru® Corp. continues to strengthen its marketplace presence by taking innovative steps in 2011.  The company plans to increase product offerings in its popular …

With all the deep snow that’s piling up in the mid-west this winter I thought it was prudent to share this post about deep snow home safety.
Deep Snow Dangers
Much of the East Coast is being …

Concrete Construction During Winter
We often get questions about winter construction and more specifically whether or not concrete construction can occur in the winter months. Although not ideal, it is very normal for concrete construction to …

Understanding The Limits of Vinyl Siding
Today as I was driving home for lunch I passed a new home under construction and witnessed something that really bothered me. A contractor was installing vinyl siding on a …

How To Insulate Basement Walls
Insulating a basement properly is rather challenging in cold climates. In this article I’d like to discuss how to insulate basement walls in cold climates.
Insulating basement walls in cold climates is …