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Because there's guys like this on every job ...

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Seems like a no-brainer.

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on June 03, 2015

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on June 01, 2015

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Choosing Kitchen Countertops

on April 17, 2015

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Choosing Kitchen Cabinets

on April 16, 2015

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Deck Season is back!

on April 15, 2015

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on April 14, 2015

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Could You Build a Life-Size Lego House? What Would It Cost?

on April 13, 2015

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on April 03, 2015

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Get Answers to Questions about Your Deck Project

on April 02, 2015

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4 Qualities Your Customers Value

on April 01, 2015

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3 Steps to Eliminate Lumberyard Runs Forever

on March 31, 2015

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on March 30, 2015

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Can Your Home Be Hacked?

on March 27, 2015

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The Coolbox Tool Box

on March 26, 2015

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How to Dazzle Your Clients with Smart Design

on March 25, 2015

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Remodel Your Management Style

on March 24, 2015

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What You Need to Know About RRP

on March 23, 2015

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Why My Dream Kitchen Turned Out to be a Bit of a Nightmare

on March 20, 2015

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Remodelers University

on March 11, 2015

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Construction Update

on March 10, 2015

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What is Window Condensation?

on March 09, 2015

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Ohio Building Code (full version) - Updated 3-6-15

on March 06, 2015

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James Hardie: America's #1 Brand of Siding

on March 03, 2015

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New Deck Calculator by Mentor Lumber

on March 02, 2015

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The REAL Reason You Need Goals (and how to make them)

on March 02, 2015

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First Impressions Matter

on March 02, 2015

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RSS Feeds

on March 02, 2015

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How to Stop Losing Money on Change Orders

on February 27, 2015

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Heat Bending AZEK Trim

on February 26, 2015

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Sales: How Contractors Can Play to Win, Instead of Playing Not to Lose

on February 25, 2015

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Home Automation Comes of Age

on February 24, 2015

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6 Advantages of Social Media Advertising Over Traditional Advertising

on February 22, 2015

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Buy Your Remodeling Clients a Meal. It'll Pay You Back Later

on February 21, 2015

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Home Upgrades That Are Totally Worth It

on February 20, 2015

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Three Ways Builders Can Attract Millennials to Combat the Labor Crisis

on February 20, 2015

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How to Shop Wisely for a New Home — Part Two

on February 18, 2015

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How to Shop Wisely for a New Home — Part One

on February 17, 2015

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Opportunity Lost: Tough Love For Suppliers & Trades

on February 16, 2015

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How Energy Efficient Windows Work

on February 12, 2015

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Conduct Business Like a Business Owner

on February 10, 2015

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6 Do's and Don'ts To Keep Out of Court

on February 10, 2015

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Visualize Your Dream Deck

on February 09, 2015

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2015 Cost vs. Value Report

on February 06, 2015

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Azek iPad App Now Available!

on February 05, 2015

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ThermaTru Doorways App: Visualizing Your New Front Door

on February 05, 2015

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15 Questions to Ask When Selecting a Home Builder

on February 03, 2015

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Do Your Home Work Right: Avoiding the Most Common Mistakes Made by New Homeowners

on February 03, 2015

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