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June 16, 2005

Hey all, I was browsing through a Means Residential cost book yesterday, looking up finish carpentry pricing.... Unless I read wrong, it seems they price casing a door ( 1…

June 16, 2005

Just lined up a big job--well big for my one man band anywho--and I'm toying with the idea of subbing out the whole shebang. It's a complex residential addition with…

June 15, 2005

Looking for input on getting the Chief Architect Base package vs the premium or full package.

June 14, 2005

In England, 70 miles to the west of London, business for most contractors is pretty brisk. I'm booked up for a good few weeks. I would still like the phone…

June 9, 2005

Looking for a good/easy to use estimating computer program for general construction, carpentry and repair. If someone has the name of a good book I'll take that also.

June 8, 2005

Got a call to submit a proposal to renovate 442 bathrooms, including all new fixtures and possibly tile floors.  Low income rental apts, HUD loan to pay for it.  My…

June 5, 2005

OK this sounds like a novice question, but what's the difference between carrying liability insurance and being bonded? I always thought being bonded meant you were insured to finish the…

June 5, 2005

Saw this in a nice neighborhood.  The builder has erected a sign with his logo, a rendering of the house, and copies of the floor plans.  But I didn't see…

June 5, 2005

I am sure this is not the first time this has been asked. I have been very lucky over the past few years and have not had any problem collecting…

June 5, 2005

All, Why do I need a business license? The cost for one in the county in which I live is based on your projected yearly income; i.e. a tax and…