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Remodel Vs. Renovation: What’s the Difference?

Jul 18, 2024Facilitate Administratoracross, come, considering, home, likely, most, updating, when, you’ve, your

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GAF, Craftsman Contractors Donate Roof to Kentucky Community Center

Jul 18, 2024Facilitate Administratorcenter, Craftsman, Cultural, needed, operations, revitalize, Robert, roof, when, Williams

When the Robert H. Williams Cultural Center needed a new roof to revitalize its operations, GAF and Craftsman Contractors of Lexington, Ky., stepped in to ensure the roof would provide a leak-free space. Located in Lexington, the nonprofit RHWCC aims to provide a safe space for the entire neighborhood. Continuing its legacy and honoring its…

Contest Crowns Champions of Commercial Roofing at 2024 SkillsUSA

Jul 3, 2024Facilitate AdministratorAtlanta, Contractor, cover, first, learned, magazine, planned, Roofing, that, when

ATLANTA — When I first learned that Roofing Contractor magazine planned to cover the 59th annual National Leadership & Skills Conference in Atlanta, held the week of June 24 at the Georgia World Congress Center — and commonly known as SkillsUSA — I admit I hadn’t a clue what I would be attending. In hindsight,…

Roofing Contractors Thank Veterans with New Roofs

May 28, 2024Facilitate Administratoraway, back, doesn't, from, helping, industry, need, Roofing, those, when

The roofing industry doesn’t back away from helping those in need, and when it comes to taking care of those who served our country in the military, there are hundreds of contractors who are doing good work in their communities. As the country remembers those who have served during Memorial Day weekend, roofing contractors have…

Podcast Ep 120: Remodeling Expectations Versus Realities With Dave Callahan and Tom Rummel

May 27, 2024Facilitate Administratorarrived, ever, have, larger, online, ordered, smaller, something, than, when

Have you ever ordered something online and when it arrived it was way smaller or larger than what you expected? Or a completely different shade or texture? We’ve all been there. Unrealistic expectations are par for the course in the design build industry.

While we can’t entirely prevent surprises, our experienced CRD team members are adept at navigating through them. Our wealth of knowledge comes from having been there and done that for many years. We make troubleshooting a breeze by communicating issues clearly, ensuring that problems causing delays and disruptions are well-understood.

Join two of our production experts, Dave Callahan and Tom Rummel, as they delve into the art of effectively and clearly communicating your design-build process to clients. The goal is not only to meet your expectations but also to help align those expectations with reality. Managing the inevitable challenges becomes smoother when you have knowledgeable CRD team members guiding you through the process.

We suggest tuning into this podcast if you’re planning your first remodeling project and want to be better equipped to handle unexpected challenges and common issues that may come up in your home.

For those not keen on podcasts, read on to discover the most common unrealistic expectations our clients have had before the commencement of their building projects and how CRD members successfully navigated and addressed these surprises.

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How to Design a Room Around Wallpaper

Dec 28, 2023Facilitate Administrator“Design, by Fitzwater, excited, Fitzwater, homeowner, Interiors, Interiors At, Photo, project, when

Design project and photo by Fitzwater Interiors At Fitzwater Interiors, we get so excited when a homeowner who is working with us mentions the word wallpaper. There’s a sense that wallpaper is a big commitment, and so that can scare people away. While it’s true that putting up wallpaper (and taking it off) is a process,…

Podcast Ep 116: CRD’s Guide to Choosing a Remodeler

Dec 28, 2023Facilitate Administratoradvice, from, It’s, natural, project, remodeling, seek, start, those, when

When you start a new remodeling project, it’s natural to seek advice from those you trust. You turn to friends and family, hoping to find a contractor who can bring your vision to life. However, as you delve deeper into their stories and experiences, you may find yourself hearing more tales of frustration and disappointment than success.

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Never a Bad Year

Dec 27, 2023Facilitate Administratorbackwards, forward, Happy, Look, same, that, time, when, year

Happy New Year! It is that time of the year when we look backwards and forward at the same time. Here are some random thoughts on both from my perspective. I have never had a bad year. I have had years when some really bad things happened in my life, like they did in 2022.…

Bathroom Remodel Checklist: How to Plan and Execute a Successful Project

Dec 27, 2023Facilitate Administratorbathroom, comes, Having, helpful, necessary, plan, Remodel, tackling, wellorganized, when

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VIDEO: What is Leadership in Roofing Today?

Dec 25, 2023Facilitate AdministratorBusiness, challenges, Contractor’s, daunting, face, It’s, often, operating, Roofing, when

Roofing contractors face daunting challenges when operating a business, and it’s often how they handle it that defines a level of consistent success. RC Publisher Jill Bloom speaks with Ryan Groth, CEO of Sales Transformation Group, on how leadership is critical in any roofing contractor enterprise, starting at the top and then levelling throughout the…