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Chief Experts site is updated

Randall Soules — Thu, 02 Sep 2010 19:49:18 +0000

Dan Baumann, owner of Chief Experts, and the guru of the drawing program called Chief Architect, has just updated his site. Now it is even easier to see how much he offers. There is a ton of material for free if you just want to browse and pick up some tips. Or you can take [...]

Remodeling Show 2010 Deadline Extended

Randall Soules — Tue, 31 Aug 2010 14:46:55 +0000

The Early Bird Deadline to register for the Remodeling Show | DeckExpo 2010 has been extended until September 1. That means you only have two days left to take advantage of complimentary Exhibit Hall admission and discounted conference class pricing. Register today- don’t miss out on all of the exciting show floor activities or the conference classes [...]

Tom’s Planner Comes Out of Beta

Randall Soules — Tue, 24 Aug 2010 13:53:58 +0000

Here’s an email I got from Tom. The now famous project scheduler is coming out of Beta. All Beta users get a free year of use. Sign up by this Sunday to get the free use of Tom’s Planner for a year. “The Tom’s Planner team is celebrating because at the end of this week [...]

Unavailability of Inexpensive Test Kits Pushes Cost of EPA Lead Paint Rule Higher

Randall Soules — Thu, 19 Aug 2010 19:08:05 +0000

Recent news from ReNews shows that the RRP ruling and its costs are not going as intended. Read why…

Shawn McCadden Video on EPA RRP Rule

Randall Soules — Thu, 05 Aug 2010 19:31:46 +0000

Watch this video by Shawn McCadden, a remodeling industry consultant for Remodeling magazine. He explains very clearly the importance of following the new Renovation, Repair and Painting rule requiring the use of lead-safe practices. This ruling is not to be ignored.

Design-Build: Are You Ready To Take It On?

Randall Soules — Fri, 02 Jul 2010 20:25:43 +0000

Should you start a Design-Then-Build company? Do you want to get to the next level in remodeling and add design work to your credentials? Have you been missing bigger jobs because you don’t offer design? If so, you might want to consider becoming a Design-Then-Build company. If you are considering this, take a look at [...]

The Essentials for A Design-Then-Build Firm

Randall Soules — Fri, 02 Jul 2010 20:24:18 +0000

Here’s a list of some of the things you’ll need to become a good Design-Then-Build company: Personally: Stamina – you already have that if you have been remodeling for long. You either have this or you don’t. It’s not something you can learn. Patience – bold and underlined. Design-Then-Build requires even more hand-holding than general [...]

A Breather on the EPA Renovation, Repair and Painting Rule

Randall Soules — Wed, 23 Jun 2010 19:52:46 +0000

Looks like we get a short extension until the new EPA Renovation, Repair and Painting rule is enforced. Please read this PDF document from the EPA.

7 Ways to Expand Your Skill Set

Juliet Bauer — Tue, 15 Jun 2010 22:35:13 +0000

When there is a downturn in the economy and things get slow, one way to wisely use your down time is to learn about new products and techniques. Conversely, if you find that you are in a rut with your projects, a new product or technique may be just the shot in the arm you [...]

A User Friendly Project Scheduler

Randall Soules — Thu, 03 Jun 2010 11:36:22 +0000

Several month’s ago I told you about Tom’s Planner. Well they are still going strong and are now used by people all over the world. Now you can make Gantt Charts and schedules the simple way. [tip: Try it. It won't add a penny to your overhead.] And a project is always more profitable if [...]