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By Dani Sheehan. Spring offers contractors an opportunity to inspect, protect and extend the life of the hardscapes and walkways their clients love. Winter doesn’t just leave behind visible stains. For patios, pool decks, walkways and vertical masonry, months of moisture, freeze-thaw cycles, deicing salts and organic debris can compromise ... Read More

By Daich Coatings. Check out these affordable solutions for worn-out concrete. Looking for a fast and easy way to enhance a home exterior project? You can offer these unique projects that add instant curb appeal to your customer’s property while helping increase the value of their home. Remember, before starting any exterior project, ... Read More

We are pleased to share an important leadership update for AmericanHort. Following a thorough and thoughtful search process, the Board of Directors has selected Lionel van der Walt as the new President and Chief Executive Officer, effective June 2, 2026. Lionel has previously served in leadership roles at organizations such as Nallian, ... Read More

By Emma Peterson. Learn about the partnership between the Roofing Alliance and Ronald McDonald House. In 2017, Charles Antis of KPost Roofing and Waterproofing stood up in a Roofing Alliance meeting and suggested a nationwide project where roofers could adopt Ronald McDonald House programs. Our very own Heidi J. Ellsworth ... Read More

In this From the Ground Up™ episode, host Karol Weyman sits down with John Kenney of Cotney Consulting Group to break down one of the most expensive and stressful realities contractors face: construction claims and disputes. From payment conflicts and scope creep to documentation breakdowns and stalled projects, disputes can ... Read More

By John Kenney, Cotney Consulting Group. When maintenance technicians operate with consistent awareness, they protect not only themselves but also every person who relies on the systems they maintain. If there’s one area of maintenance work that demands absolute respect, it’s electricity. Technicians work around it every day — replacing lighting, ... Read More

Enverge® Spray Foam combines decades of industry expertise with innovative insulation technology to deliver reliable, high-performance results. Built from the legacy of Gaco and SES Foam, Enverge has become a trusted name for professionals looking to improve building efficiency and durability. Featuring both open cell and closed cell spray foam technology, ... Read More

By Emma Peterson. Celebrating 100 years of service and the dedicated members who made that legacy possible. Today, the Golf Course Superintendents Association of America (GCSAA) boasts more than 21,000 members “who are science-based college graduates who oversee all aspects of golf course management, from agronomics to environmental sustainability.” That ... Read More

To learn more about FixALL, visit their Coffee Shop Directory. Subscribe to the FixALL YouTube channel. FixALL Stain Blocking Primer video FixALL 6 in 1 Primer & Sealer | Six solutions. One powerful primer. FixALL® PVA Drywall Primer | Prime for a Perfect Finish FixALL Direct-To-Metal Primer & Topcoat | Rust Stops ... Read More

In this episode of Contractor Outlook™, host Heidi J. Ellsworth sits down with Allison Hadley, spokesperson of American Home Shield, to unpack what today’s homeowners really want when it comes to greener homes and how those expectations are shaping opportunities for contractors. Drawing from recent homeowner research, Allison shares insights ... Read More

Discover the FixALL difference, a trusted line of high-performance paints, primers, and specialty coatings built for durability, versatility and professional results. Whether you’re refreshing interior walls or protecting exterior surfaces, FixALL products deliver excellent adhesion, outstanding coverage and long-lasting protection across wood, metal, masonry, concrete and more. With options ranging ... Read More

Add reliable safety and durability to your surfaces with FixALL Skid Grip Anti-Slip Coating — a 100 % acrylic, textured finish that delivers exceptionally strong skid resistance for patios, pool decks, driveways, walkways, ramps, courts and more. Designed to exceed ADA standards for anti-slip surfaces, Skid Grip helps reduce slips ... Read More

Discover superior protection and lasting performance with Duralux Marine Coatings. Duralux products are high-performance, professional-grade paints and coatings designed to withstand some of the toughest environments—especially marine and industrial applications where durability matters most. Their marine enamels and primers offer excellent resistance to salt water, oil, gasoline, corrosion and harsh ... Read More

Duralux Urethane-Alkyd Marine Enamel is a single package topside enamel for use on primed steel and metal, wood, aluminum or fiberglass. It is designed for use on commercial or pleasure boats, as well as on & offshore oil rigs, bridges, tanks and other structural objects. Duralux Marine Enamel is salt ... Read More

Malibu’s Exterior Paint is a premium coating formulated with an advanced acrylic resin emulsion that provides painted surface with long-lasting protection. This proprietary paint formula has early moisture resistance and increases paint hide and durability, resists cracking and peeling and cleans up easily with soap and water. Malibu is a ... Read More

An outstanding 100% acrylic, medium textured coating for use over asphalt, concrete or other previously coated surfaces (with proper surface preparation) where an extremely durable, skid resistant finish is desired. DYCO COURT & FLOOR provides a colorful medium texture, non-skid surface that is easy to apply, provides superior adhesion and ... Read More

Daich Coatings introduces eight new sparkly colors. Sleek and smooth, the new elegant surface finish in the Optima Series of the SpreadStone™ Mineral Select Countertop Finishing Kit from Daich Coatings brings homeowners an entirely different option for their countertops. Eight new colors in the Optima Series provide a soft palette of ... Read More

By Emma Peterson. Learn about the state of the outdoor industry by reading our top OCS articles for April. In the outdoor contracting world, April showers don’t just herald in May flowers; they usher in the busiest season of work for contractors. And here at OutdoorCoffeeShop™ (OCS), it has been ... Read More

By Emma Peterson. How the Farnsworth Group fosters business growth by helping contractors and other professionals better understand the market around them. One of the hardest parts of running a business is balancing the day-to-day tasks while also working on big picture planning. To dive into how data can help ... Read More

Join us for a training on Heritage Artificial Turf! COMPLETE INSTALLATION TRAINING FROM THE GROUND UP This event offers free training on installing synthetic turf in English and Spanish, covering components, tools, and troubleshooting common issues. Participants will gain skills and confidence to tackle various projects, from small residential lawns to large ... Read More