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Need a Career Change? Consider Residential Construction
The spread of COVID-19 this year lead to economic hardship and skyrocketing job losses across multiple industries nationwide. However, the latest employment data showed some good news — a decline in the unemployment rate and job gains in several sectors as the nation...
Five Tips to Prepare for A Home Remodel
Home is important now more than ever. If you’ve spent a significant time at home this year, you may have started to reimagine your space. Maybe you want to add a new home office or perhaps you’ve decided your dated bathroom finally needs some attention. A home...
Living in Your Home After Retirement
As baby boomers age, many are opting to stay in their homes instead of moving after retirement. If you are among the growing population of aging adults, it is important to make sure your home has both long- and short-term solutions to ensure your safety and comfort...
Prepare Your Home Before the Freezing Weather is Here!
The cooler weather conjures up images of fireplaces, holiday gatherings and hot chocolate. While it may be easy to prepare your lifestyle for the winter months, as a home owner it is important not to neglect essential pre-winter home maintenance. To keep you and your...
Bad Contractors Cause Damage and Expense To Homeowners
HAS THIS HAPPENED TO YOU? Let us know. One Broome County woman tells her story below. While there are many good, responsible contractors out there, some are bad actors who cause enormous trouble and expense for homeowners. Please add your comments below if you have...
Five Burning Questions About Fireplace Safety
Fireplaces provide a generous amount of warmth and add a special ambiance to your home. Before you relax and enjoy your fireplace during the fall and winter months, here are key answers to common questions about how to safely enjoy this unique home feature. How do I...
Five Fall Home Maintenance Tips
Regular home maintenance can save you money and keep your home looking sharp year-round. You don’t have to wait for spring cleaning season. Inspecting and cleaning your home during the fall makes any household repair easier to manage. Tackle these easy fall...
Five Reasons Why Women Should Work in the Construction Trades
The residential construction industry provides a rewarding career path for women. Builders and remodelers in the Southern Tier area are seeking skilled artisans and professionals, including carpenters, masonry, plumbers, electricians and painters. With women making up...
Remodel or Relocate? Questions to Help You Find Your Answer
It’s becoming clear that you’d really like a kitchen where two of you can cook at the same time. A playroom that’s not the living room. Increasingly it seems like there are too many people and not enough bathrooms. Or maybe you’re looking ahead and want your place to...
Look Ahead to Save for a Downpayment on a Home
When it comes to affording a home, it’s essential to tackle one thing well ahead of time: the downpayment. Long before you start searching real estate listings in earnest, take concrete steps to put aside funds. That way, you’ll be ready when the time comes to write...