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A Smarter Way of Charging for Overhead and Profit
A Smarter Way of Charging for Overhead and Profit

When bidding on a project, you need more than a simple formula.

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How to Turn High Material Prices to Your Advantage
How to Turn High Material Prices to Your Advantage

Long lead times and high prices are not a problem, they're an opportunity.

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Looking Ahead to the 2024 IRC
Looking Ahead to the 2024 IRC

Glenn Matheson previews upcoming changes to the model residential building code, which will eventually shape the local codes that apply to you.

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Remodeling Sector Enters a Moderate Cyclical Downturn
Remodeling Sector Enters a Moderate Cyclical Downturn

Zonda’s Residential Remodeling Index projects annual decreases in remodeling sector activity through 2025.

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Key Trends in the 2024 Cost vs. Value Report

The release by Zonda of the 37th annual Cost vs. Value (CVV) report finds exterior... More

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4 House Plans With Wet Rooms

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The Rise of Wet Rooms and Why Homeowners Love Them

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A New Approach to Deck Framing

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Master of Production: A Conversation with Tim Faller

On the eve of Faller's retirement, Greg Woleck sits down with his mentor to... More

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Downsizing a Pocket-Door Kit

Manny Silva explains his technique for custom-sizing a pocket door. More

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The Ultimate To-Do List

Brian McCauley pulls inspiration from a personal situation to share four action... More

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House Plan of the Week: 1,500-Square-Foot Contemporary Ranch

This simple one-story design boasts plenty of porch space to enjoy fall foliage. More

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House Plan of the Week: Simple Modern Barndominium

This 3-bed, 2-bath barndo plan offers an open layout and lots of storage. More

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News Briefs

Building Materials Prices Rise Again in March

Softwood Lumber prices increased on a month-over-month basis for the first time...

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Building Material Prices Inch Up in November

Softwood lumber prices fell by nearly 6% in November and are down almost 20% on a...

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Building Trades Scholarships Available

DeWalt is offering $200,000 in scholarships to 40 lucky students to help pay for...

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Call for Entries: NADRA 2023 National+ Deck Competition

This year's deadline is Saturday, November 18th, 2023, so send in your entries soon!

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Rate of Job Growth Continues to Cool in July

While the jobs market is showing signs of gradual slowing, high wage growth remains.

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Material Prices Keep Rising

Lumber and other building material prices move up 19% year-over-year More

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Lumber Price Volatility at 75-Year High

Building material prices increased 15.9% in 2021 and have increased 18.6% since... More

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The Problem With Quartz: Rising Health Concerns Prompt Bans and New Safety Measures

Despite its enduring popularity for its style and durability, quartz countertops... More

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'Sustainable' Building, or Just More Greenwashing?

Contributing editor Nicole Tysvaer walked away from IBS 2024 convinced this will... More

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6 Interior Products to Make Homes More Contemporary

Merging traditional with modern, these new interior products come from Daltile,... More

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4 House Plans With Wet Rooms

These home layouts show off impressive bathrooms.

The Rise of Wet Rooms and Why Homeowners Love Them

With free-standing tubs and walk-in showers, these rooms make the ultimate...

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