In This Issue
April 2024 | Volume 87 | Issue 4
April 2024
Volume 87 | Issue 4
Features
Mullins Targets Custom Home Insulation Jobs in High-Growth Regions
The Mullins family works together to continue its success.
Utilizing Hemp
How hemp construction materials can change insulation.
Drywall and Framing Contractor Leads Multi-Trade Layout Process
General contractor buy-in for collaborative layout improves overall project efficiency.
Software Documentation Can Help Save Companies
The saying “If it’s not documented, it didn't happen” is becoming more important than ever for subcontractors to remember.
The Do-It-All Versatility of Insulated Metal Panels
IMPs can be used in many types of construction projects.
The Critical Role of Latex Polymers in Building and Construction
EIFS and stucco applications can be easier and cheaper.
Protect From the Elements
Rainscreens, moisture-management, and waterproofing buildings.
About The Cover
Chris Mullins and sons Bryan and Logan drive their insulation contracting business toward success amid supply and labor challenges. Photos courtesy of Owens Corning.
Departments
Trade News
The latest news from manufacturers, dealers, contractors and more.
Product Focus
Product Focus on Framing Systems
Industry Blue Book Index
Premium Sponsorships
Contact Us
Staff Contact Information
Advertiser Index
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This Month Online
Online Exclusives
The Cosmopolitan Club Library in New York
Centrally located on Manhattan, New York’s Upper East Side, the “Cos Club” is a full-service, private club serving its members and their guests as well as members of reciprocal clubs in the U.S. and abroad. EverGreene was responsible for refurbishing/refinishing wood, marble and gilded finishes at the beautiful library.
A Pool-Friendly Ceiling
When Randolph College in Lynchburg, Va., renovated its athletic center, it was reluctant to use mineral fiber ceiling tiles over the swimming pool. Instead, the ceiling installer suggested a lightweight thermoformed tile, resulting in a stunning coffered ceiling that eliminates all concerns about getting wet.
Texas A&M Rec Center Takes Home Top MCA Honors
As one of the largest state universities in the country, Texas A&M University was hard-pressed to expand its recreational services for its 69,000 enrolled students in College Station, Texas. To fill the need, the new Southside Rec Center—with 63,500 square feet of indoor recreational space and 15,000 square feet of outdoor space—opened its doors in the late summer.
Precision Watches Flagship Elevates Pennsylvania Shopping Destination
The luxury retail architect and design firm AZA has been tapped to conceive a new, freestanding specialty center for the world’s best watches and timepieces in Lower Gwynedd Township.
Podcasts and Videos
Are Contractors Construction Managers?
Trent Cotney underscores that this shift is primarily driven by the need for scalability and growth within contracting firms rather than solely for cost-saving purposes. However, effective subcontractor management entails thorough vetting, onboarding, and ensuring proper insurance coverage to mitigate risks and ensure project success.
Top 10 Excuses Customers Give for Outstanding Bills
Thea Dudley, CEO of Pocket Protectors, discusses amusing responses to overdue bill inquiries. Dudley provides strategies for handling common payment excuses, such as asking about the company's situation and emphasizing the need for short-term payment plans. Throughout the exchange, the importance of ending calls with a clear payment plan is emphasized as essential for effective debt collection conversations.
