Remodeling: Construction Technology

Who Will Rate the Raters?

Thu, 16 May 2013 06:28:32 EST

It's all fine and dandy if home energy ratings are accurate. But what if the ratings are bogus?

Retractable Awnings: The Good Kind of Hangover

Thu, 25 Apr 2013 01:27:20 EST

The right awning can add visual interest to an outdoor space, with the added bonus of energy efficiency.

High-Tech Imagers Allow Remodelers to Perform Diagnostics Without Damage

Thu, 14 Mar 2013 04:36:39 EST

Today’s high-tech imaging devices are the equivalent of a magic wand, with their capacity for making the unseen visible without resorting to costly—and perhaps unnecessary—demolition.

What I Like: Customized Flashing

Wed, 13 Feb 2013 03:12:38 EST

Creating leak-proof window installations reduces Mark IV Builders' leak callbacks and ultimately saves the company money.

Central Intelligence: New Energy-Efficiency Best Practices Website to Launch January 2013

Fri, 8 Feb 2013 02:32:10 EST

The Building America Solution Center website will provide easy to find, updated information about energy-efficiency practices.

Eagle-Eye View: Roof Measurement From EagleView Technologies

Fri, 8 Feb 2013 02:15:14 EST

Aerial images add accuracy to roof measurements for a low fee.

Study Says Contractors Go Mobile to Make Purchase Decisions

Fri, 8 Feb 2013 01:02:36 EST

Technology enables product research and purchase decisions on the jobsite

Road Work: Chevy Silverado With WiFi

Fri, 8 Feb 2013 12:54:48 EST

Turn your truck into a mobile workstation with Chevy's Silverado with high-speed Wi-Fi.

Updates and Additions: Chief Architect Version X4

Fri, 8 Feb 2013 12:48:21 EST

More than 30 new features ranging from support structures to handy K&B tools help improve productivity for designers.

LP Wood-E Design 2011.2

Fri, 8 Feb 2013 12:48:19 EST

The lumber manufacturer has simplified its design software with this latest update.

Tech@Work: Apply Yourself: New Apps for Builders

Fri, 8 Feb 2013 12:45:15 EST

Three remodeler-friendly apps for you smartphone: BuildCalc, BeamBuddy, and DesignEasy Joists.

HGTV’s Mike Holmes Talks Construction Quality, Sustainability with BUILDER Magazine

Fri, 27 Jul 2012 01:55:40 EST

The profession needs to build in a way that makes sense, the general contractor says.

CompuTool Web-Based Construction Management Software

Fri, 8 Feb 2013 02:12:54 EST

Through a Web-based interface, CompuTool guides contractors through every step of a construction project from start to finish.

Product Pros and Cons: Oriented Strand Board vs. Plywood

Thu, 26 Jul 2012 11:54:49 EST

Which panel is right for your homes?

BIM Software and More

Thu, 7 Feb 2013 10:56:33 EST

Envisioneer, created by Cadsoft, is building information management software (BIM) that, unlike other BIM software, focuses on residential building and remodeling.

Stabila Vent to Roof V2R Laser

Thu, 7 Feb 2013 10:35:05 EST

With most homes having at least two vents through the roof, the Vent to Roof V2R Laser offers a solution for more easily and accurately locating vent pipe roof penetrations.

Trimble LM80 Pocket-Size Digital Layout Manager

Thu, 7 Feb 2013 10:35:02 EST

Framers, estimators, and construction managers will appreciate the convenience and accuracy of the LM80 pocket-size digital layout manager.

New Construction Software From Digital Canal, iLevel, Construction Calc, and Maxwell Systems Lets Users Design, Plan Framing, and Manage Productivity

Thu, 7 Feb 2013 10:24:45 EST

New construction software from Digital Canal, iLevel, Construction Calc, and Maxwell Systems

TSheets System Saves Small-Business Owners From Timecard Headaches

Thu, 7 Feb 2013 10:24:05 EST

Web-hosted attendance system offers accurate timecard and job costing information

Heat Sensor Makes Insurance Restoration Work More Efficient

Thu, 7 Feb 2013 09:42:57 EST

When Chad Gohm wanted to get ahead of the competition he decided to pack heat. A heat sensor, that is.