Archive for October, 2006

Control Your Business’ Growth

October 30, 2006 | In: Uncategorized

Growth is good—in moderation. Take these steps to avoid becoming one of the companies whose business is so booming that it actually fails.You could call it too much of a good thing: A larger-than-expected contract comes in, or your overall project load...

Tips To Protect Workers In Cold Environments

October 24, 2006 | In: Uncategorized

Prolonged exposure to freezing or cold temperatures may cause serious health problems such as trench foot, frostbite and hypothermia. In extreme cases, including cold water immersion, exposure can lead to death. Danger signs include uncontrolled...

Best Practices for Energy Efficiency

October 17, 2006 | In: Uncategorized

Last week we discussed what NOT to do when it comes to energy efficiency. This week we present some best practices for energy-efficient design and building.Address the Basics FirstThe design of an energy-efficient house begins with a well-insulated,...

Energy Efficiency Don’ts

October 10, 2006 | In: Uncategorized

 Efficiency Dos and Don’ts From an Energy Nerd by Martin HolladayWith high fuel prices here to stay, now is the time to get it right. Many builders are familiar with energy-efficient construction techniques — they just can't convince their...

Project Pre-Planning

October 4, 2006 | In: Web Marketing

Project planning can be described as the amount of time spent moving around a jobsite, mobilizing and cleaning up every day, studying plans, laying out the work, and other activities not directly related to actual installation.This “non-installation”...