Mike Spivey Insulation & Fireplaces

A Cautionary Tale About Hiring Just Any Insulation Contractor

Here's a real-life example of how shady insulation contractors can mislead homeowners.

Questions to Ask Before Hiring an Insulation Contractor

Although the temperatures in Vancouver are on average amongst the warmest in Canada, it doesn’t mean that we don’t experience our share of unfavourable weather, or that we shouldn’t pay as much attention to how we heat and cool our homes. To save money, keep our homes comfortable, and prevent wasting energy, it’s important to have effective methods of controlling the climate in our home<br>Although the temperatures in Vancouver are on average amongst the warmest in Canada, it doesn’t mean that we…

Why we will no longer be a welcoming church

We’ve decided to quit being a welcoming church. No kidding. We’re giving it up. Like so many congregations, we’ve sunk an amazing amount of time and energy into becoming a welcoming church. We changed worship styles, trained greeters and ushers, wore name tags, brewed coffee, went to workshops on hospitality and put our friendliest people …

Indoor Home Air Quality: Where and what kinds of hazards are hiding?

The air quality in our home matters when establishing a safe living environment and overall health.

The Benefits of Hiring a Remodeling Contractor

Here are the benefits of hiring a remodeling contractor instead of trying to do the work yourself.

How to Choose a Remodeling Contractor

At first glance, it would seem like the easiest way to find a remodeling contractor would be to just Google them. Of course if you did so, you’ll probably find more than enough candidates to choose from. And surely they must be the right ones for the jo

5 Non-Traditional Questions to Ask to Select a Remodeling Contractor

Learn 5 non-traditional questions to ask to choose the right kitchen, bathroom or basement remodeling contractor

Your Fairfax Remodeling Contractor Wears Many Hats

Every wonder exactly what your remodeling contractor is responsible for? You’ll develop a new respect for the profession when you learn how much goes into a remodeling job.

Allied Remodeling > Contractor Standards Guide

This Guide explains what specifics to look for: BBB rating, insurance, licensing, certifications, and lots of things you might not even know to ask for.

7 Questions To Ask A Remodeling Contractor

Construction & Remodeling Contractor Business Building Roadmap

Landing page for general contractors, roofing contractors, remodeling contractors, building contractors to sign up for business training.

Tips for Construction Contractors Wishing to Increase Their Bonding Capacity

Contractors are often not aware or not informed enough about construction bond limits or how to increase it, but these four tips can help

4 Natural Disaster Preparedness Tips for Construction Contractors

Planning ahead can be the difference between mayhem and calamity or safety and security for your projects, employees and business

Self-funded Health Benefits for Large Construction Contractors

Providing self-funded health benefits to a hourly and geographically dispersed workforce requires a unique approach that integrates enrollment, ongoing eligibility management, premium collection and compliance. Self-funding has many positives, such as reducing...

Tips For Green Home Remodeling

Make your next project eco-friendly with these tips for green home remodeling. Find a qualified home remodeling contractor with our free matching service.

Ethics and Integrity Build Foundations for Professional Remodeling Contractors

How following a code of ethics improves communications, expectations, and supports business success in the remodeling industry.

What Are the Most Flexible Business Loans for Construction Contractors?

Construction contractors face unique challenges when operating their businesses. In a lot of cases, construction contractors need the working capital to purchase supplies, equipment, and pay a labor force to sustain handle multiple jobs that they are working on while waiting to get paid on those jobs. Finding flexible working capital business loans are essential …

Can A Construction Contractor Email Notice of a Claim? Maybe!

A few years ago, I did a post on whether a digital signature in a construction contract was valid. Given the regularity by which parties now...

14 Common Scheduling Mistakes Construction Contractors Make that Impact Credibility in Court

Contractors should pay great attention to the scheduling process and avoid many of the common mistakes that can lead to a loss of credibility on the project