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    Profressional Trades

    Become a more well-rounded professional with these insights into life as a pro in the trades.

    5 Tips for Cleaning and Maintaining Your Plumbing Snake

    Consistent maintenance of your drain-cleaning equipment reduces effort on site and prolongs its useful lifespan.

    Construction Employment Struggling to Recover From Pandemic Losses

    Incremental growth in construction employment over the course of the year hasn't been enough to...
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    9 Common Problems Found In Home Inspections

    Home inspections are important for home buyers and sellers. A bad report could break a...

    National Initiative Formed to Help Small Lawn Care Companies Grow

    The National Association of Lawncare Professionals and FMC Corporation are teaming up to give smaller...

    3 Female Construction Leaders You Need to Know

    In honor of Women's Entrepreneurship Day, we caught up with three women who built businesses...

    Home Depot to Give Employees Permanent Pay Raise

    This has been a particularly rewarding year for The Home Depot thanks to fervent public...
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    26 Things That Changed DIY Forever

    Innovations that improved home improvement.

    5 Things I Wish I Would Have Known as a Rookie Plumber

    We talked with a self-described ski-bum-turned-veteran-plumber to learn the five things he wishes he would...

    Continued Growth in Single Family Starts Keeps Home Building on Track

    Consistent demand for housing has led to one of the busiest periods for home building...

    Summer Home Buying Surge Slows in September

    New home sales in September dropped for the first time in months. Is this a...

    SURVEY: Contractors Concerned With Long-Term Effects of COVID-19

    COVID-19 isn't going away soon, leaving contractors to figure out how to work through.

    5 Tips For A Successful Interior Painting Project

    A pro painter shares the five steps to a successful interior painting project.

    An Expert Guide to Framing Basement Walls

    A poor framing job can bring a whole mess of problems, so we asked a...

    Lumber Prices Finally Fell in October (But Are Still Way Too High)

    Lumber prices dropped in early October, but not nearly enough, and now home builders and...

    Home Builders and Remodelers Optimistic Heading Into Winter

    Remodeling and home building are in high demand, and industry pros anticipate no letup over...
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    Apprentice vs. Laborer: What’s the Difference?

    Looking for a job in construction? Knowing the difference between a laborer and an apprentice...

    2021 International Builders’ Show Goes Virtual

    The 2021 International Builders' Show is moving online out of an abundance of caution.

    Can Homeowners Insist Contractors Wear Masks In Their Homes?

    Social interaction is an essential part of most home repairs, but can be dangerous in...
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    5 Best Places to Buy Paint Online

    Now you can repaint your home without going to the hardware store. These retailers make...

    Tstuds: Will This New Innovation Eliminate House Wrap?

    Framing with Tstuds minimizes air infiltration in a home, reduces carbon footprints, and saves on...

    5 Tips For Managing Client Expectations

    Acquiring new clients is challenging. Try turning existing clients into repeat clients by managing their...

    5 Things I Wish I Would Have Known as a Rookie Electrician

    We spoke to a veteran electrician to find out the five things he wishes he...

    Young Professionals Week for Home Builders Starts Oct. 12

    The week will include webinars and other events showcasing life as a young professional in...