Business Tips

If you are an insulator, your interaction with code officials is changing. If you spray foam, it may be changing a lot. While some of you may not have noticed anything yet, I would get ready for when your local code guy starts demanding more than he did last year.

As more and more states adopt the 2012, 2015, and soon to be 2018 building codes, builders are faced with the codes’ requirements for exterior insulation for colder climate zones. This means it’s a good time to look at whether the codes and your company are going in the same direction.

Have you ever spent hours in a building you thought might be making you sick?

Did you know that most utility programs and the majority of state codes now require testing the air leakage of a home? As a contractor, looking for new ways to increase your bottom line and maintain a competitive edge in the industry is always a priority.

What does it take to build a comfortable, energy efficient, and aesthetically pleasing home? Many believe the answer is lots of money. It is true that when aiming for top performing and net zero homes, it’s easy to rack up building costs over $150 per square foot.

Almost 40% of new homes constructed in 2016 had a HERS rating; according to RESNET, that totaled a record breaking 206,583 homes. HERS ratings and ERI scores are gaining popularity with consumers, and rightfully so.

When was the last time you checked the rebate programs available locally? If you’re a contractor, doing a little research to get familiar with the offers and programs available is well worth the effort. Knowing about a money-saving rebate your customer can take advantage of can be a great way to close a deal.

Smarter. Faster. More Efficient. Cost Effective. These phrases are music to the ears of managers, owners, and contractors in the construction industry. More than that, in an industry that is so rapidly growing, they are an absolute necessity to stay relevant and competitive.

In this day and age, keeping up with new technology, websites, and information in general is a daunting task. Maybe you’re a general contractor, a sales guy, or a small business owner – no matter what role you play, down time on your computer might not be a reality, especially when your priority is growing your business and your professional network.