Where to invest will depend on your company. REMODELING contributor Shawn McCadden explains which areas are most critical. More
From lead paint to lead carpenters, here are the topics and articles that got our readers' attention in 2013. More
Oftentimes, remodeling prospects ask to have their proposal broken out in detail and or price. If this is something your business is willing to do, REMODELING columnist Shawn McCadden suggests you explore these critical considerationswith them before you leave to prep your proposal. More
There are myths abound in the remodeling industry that, if believed,can compromise a contractor's long-term success. REMODELING contributor Shawn McCadden shares the three biggest ones he sees. More
The Environmental Protection Agency's overall performance with regard to its lead Renovation, Repair, and Painting Rule has been dismal. Remodeling industry consultant Shawn McCadden tells you why. More
REMODELING contributor Shawn McCadden shares his experiences from a recent remodeling business workshop he attended. Here are some of the resources and highlights he picked out that can help you grow your business. More
Benchmarks can be useful, REMODELING columnist Shawn McCadden agrees, but some numbers are more useful than others. He has two pieces of advice to help ensure that sure you're comparing your company against the right numbers. More
A structured sales process will help you avoid these common mistakes. More
Groups that complain about the inaccuracy of lead test kits obscure the issue, REMODELING columnist Shawn McCadden says. He argues that the kits do spot lead; they just don't measure the amount of that lead accurately enough to determine if itís high enough to trigger lead-safe practices under the rule. More
