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Catie Bonner

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Retaining Highly Skilled Workers In The Home Improvement Industry

The significant shortage in the skilled labor workforce is no secret. Recruiting and hiring talent has been a top concern of contractors for years, with 87 percent of construction professionals citing it as a primary issue they faced in 2019, according to the National Association of Home Builders —steadily rising each year from the 13…

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Understanding Your Patio Door Replacement Options

Creating an inviting backyard sanctuary for family gatherings and social get-togethers can upgrade the value of your home. Do you want to create a sense of openness from your kitchen directly to your patio? Consider updating your exterior while increasing the value of your home with a patio door replacement. Unsure what that looks like?…

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Doors

Exterior Door Types and Materials

Exterior doors play a vital role in the comfort, security, and appearance of your home. They are the focal point of curb appeal, the first impression for visitors, and help keep out the elements and unwanted visitors. That is why deciding on the exterior door type and material for your renovation project can feel overwhelming…

Doors

How to Replace an Exterior Door

A home’s front door is the first thing visitors or a potential home-buyer sees when they visit. Not only is it an integral component for curb appeal, but it’s a source of protection — protecting your home from outside elements and assisting with its energy efficiency, keeping it insulated round the clock.  That is why it…

Entry porch of new construction home with contemporary door design in Bellevue, WA.

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Hiring a Door Installer: Contractor Checklist

Upgrading or replacing your home’s doors is an exciting opportunity to boost your curb appeal and give your interior some extra pop. As with any home improvement project, you should hire a door contractor that is reliable, trustworthy, and proven to help you avoid any unnecessary costs or delays. Beyond aesthetics, your exterior doors protect…

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Partner Webinar: Tactics to Grow Your Business in 2020 (With Leap)

  2020 is here – are you ready to grow your business this year? In order to help you stay ahead of the curve, Modernize Home Improvement and strategic partner Leap have teamed up to bring you the most actionable tactics that you can utilize TODAY to reach more homeowners, set more appointments and ultimately…

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Why Homeowners Are Looking For Contractors In Winter

After the colorful foliage of autumn begins to fade and the colder months begin to set in, homeowners might seem more focused on the holidays and family gatherings than starting their next home renovation project.  While it’s true that your business can take a dip during winter, it doesn’t mean you should be hibernating. In…

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Home Improvement Marketing Strategies in 2023

 Do You Need Home Improvement Marketing? Welcome to our three-part series on online home improvement lead generation, where we discuss marketing techniques that work for busy, up-and-coming residential contractors. In the first part of the series, we’ll focus on why you need leads, and why word-of-mouth referrals will only work for so long. We’ll also talk…

Welcome doormat in front of a door with wreath. A welcome doormat in front of the blue green door of a home. A festive wreath with golden bow is hanging on the lovely front door.

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Detecting and Repairing Door Damage

Your home’s door is more than the entryway into your house, it is the first impression and focal point of your façade. Both the front and rear doors also receive more wear and tear than most other areas, and as such, it might be time to consider a replacement. Replacing the door of your home…