Who could forget the government’s much-hyped Cash for Clunkers program? Its runaway success has inspired yet another industry to save—this time one that contractors, construction workers and do-it-yourself homeowners alike can benefit from. Proposed earlier this month, Cash for Caulkers might just prove a boon to all of us in the industry, if the program... [Read more...]

For better or for worse, celebrating the season brings its own laundry list of fire hazards, from scented candles and Christmas trees to electric lights and fireplaces. According to www.firesaftey.gov, fires during the holiday season injure 1,650 Americans, causing more than $990 million in damages. Below, we (literally) spell out some prevention measures... [Read more...]

It’s easy to catch an early case of spring fever when the hours of winter daylight dwindle and elements like snow, wind and rain threaten to keep us indoors. Here’s a few ways you can take advantage of the time you do spend outdoors—and get some mileage out of your outdoor living spaces in the process: ♦ Cozy up to a campfire. When temperatures... [Read more...]

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