The trend to live near downtown hasn’t waned in recent years. However, finding empty lots to construct new houses continues to pose a challenge. Builders are finding solutions within the Horizontal Property Regime (HPR) zoning policy, which allows tall and skinny row homes.
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How to Install Insulation Sheathing with LP® NovaCore® Thermal Insulated Sheathing
New to the LP® Structural Solutions portfolio, LP® NovaCore® Thermal Insulated Sheathing is a…
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How Pivoting to Premium Products Can Reduce Customer Callbacks
With today’s hot housing market the last thing you want to do is stop, backtrack, and address a customer callback. In any economy, callback…
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4 Siding Tips for First-Time Homeowners
The process of buying a home can be overwhelming, from financing and budgeting to navigating inspections and paperwork. Then, of course, th…
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How to Engage Design Conscious Construction Clients
Home improvement shows have been sparking inspiration in viewers for years. With increased time spent at home more recently, many homeowner…
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Second Floor Sub-Flooring: Choosing the Right Sub-Floor for Second Stories
Few things are more downright frustrating than a tattletale squeaky floor—especially irksome squeaks that come from the floor above. For ho…
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6 minThe Importance of Marketing in the Construction Industry
In recent years, the construction industry has seen an upward trend when it comes to spending on new construction with forecasts of 2.5 tri…
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AFT Construction Podcast: Neil Freidberg and Brad Leavitt Talk Resiliency
No matter how many years in the industry you have under your belt, there’s always more to learn. Emerging construction industry podcasts ma…
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Reducing Construction Waste With LP® Structural Solutions
In the construction industry, it’s well known that waste on the jobsite is a significant issue. According to the Environmental Protection A…
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A Deep Dive Into R-Values in Construction
Whether you’re building net zero homes, focusing on energy efficiency or meeting local code when constructing single-family homes, it’s imp…
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How Does Gorilla Glue Technology® Work?
You know Gorilla Glue® is strong—you likely have a few bottles in your toolbox. What makes Gorilla Glue so famous is among t…
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Everything You Need to Know About Outside Corners
As a builder, you are often looking for ways to make the most of your time on the jobsite while still delivering excellent workmanship—and …
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6 minHow to Choose a Color Scheme for Your Home’s Aesthetic
For years now, the modern farmhouse look has become a top choice for homeowners—for both the interior and exterior of the home. White moder…