March 11, 2020
/ Posted in: Builders, Dealers, DIY, Framers
We all know how invaluable a recommendation from a trusted friend is in finding new work for constructions companies. In fact, many companies rely on word-of-mouth to get ongoing business. By the same token, a bad review or unhappy customer can really do a lot of damage, especially now that social media allows both positive and negative reviews to reach a much wider audience and pop up every time someone searches your company name.
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March 4, 2020
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Slippery working surfaces contribute to higher incidences of injury as the seasons change. You can help keep your crew safe and your job on track with these simple preventative measures. As more volatile spring weather moves in, your jobsite becomes a little more difficult to navigate. Warmer daytime temperatures melt snow leading to muddy, slippery …
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February 27, 2020
/ Posted in: Builders, DIY, Framers, The Ol' Sage Builder
Checklists are time-consuming to create and implement, but spending a little time on admin here can really save money and time down the line. Quality control is the best way to eliminate punch lists and ensure your customers are happy. Call backs can be expensive and time consuming, especially if they require peeling back layers …
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February 25, 2020
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Knowing how to correctly select and apply caulk will ensure that your build is properly protected from moisture and the elements.
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February 18, 2020
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“Buy cheap, buy twice…” is how the saying goes. The same logic can be applied to your building company. Investing in cheap labor, materials or tools can cause you headaches and cost you both in time and money. Call backs are expensive and they wreck havoc with your scheduling. Here are some ways choosing quality …
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February 6, 2020
/ Posted in: Builders, Dealers, DIY, Framers, The Ol' Sage Builder
OSHA’s Personal Fall Protection System Standards were released last year, but contained some errors. Corrections took effect in December 2019. Some of the corrections included updating the gate strength of protective equipment like D-rings, carabiners and snaphooks. These items must be proof tested to a minimum tensile load of 3,600 pounds without any damage. Side …
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February 3, 2020
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The building design industry is dominated by Autodesk’s AutoCAD drafting software. One drawback of this software is its annual $1,610 per user price tag. For smaller construction firms or freelance workers, this may be too hefty. Luckily, there are alternatives that still provide all the same AutoCAD perks like 2D and 3D modeling. Vectorworks Architect …
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January 28, 2020
/ Posted in: Builders, DIY
Picking the right paint color is a tricky business. It’s difficult to know what the color will look like on a wall when all you have to go on is a tiny paint swatch. One thing you may not expect is that some colors can actually make your walls look dirty, especially in the low-light …
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January 21, 2020
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Measure twice, cut once – you know it, you love it and here’s an easy way to make sure you get it right. A construction calculator needs to be portable and practical so you can solve those construction math problems on the fly. Jobber 6 Great for construction calculations and converting between metric and US. …
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January 14, 2020
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Building enveloped that perform poorly reduce energy efficiency, increase ROI times, and increase carbon footprints and utility bills for building owners. A blower door test can help to establish the airtightness of small to medium buildings, measure the flow of air between different areas in a building and test the airtightness of ductwork.
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