Quick answer: A termite inspection costs $75 to $150 on average. Many companies offer it free. But the price depends on where you live, the size of your home, and who you hire. Here’s the full breakdown. What Is a…
Termite Damage If you found mud tubes on your wall or your wood sounds hollow when you knock — termites may have already eaten through your home. Here’s exactly what to do. What Is Termite Damage ? Termites are tiny…
The best wood for raised garden beds is cedar, followed by redwood, black locust, Douglas fir, cypress, and untreated pine. Planning to build a raised garden bed? The wood you pick matters more than you think. Wrong wood can rot…
Creosote-Treated Wood If you’ve ever seen a railroad track, a wooden utility pole, or an old dock near the water — you’ve already seen creosote-treated wood. It’s everywhere. But most people have no idea what it actually is, why it…
Introduction I want to tell you about a very special wood. It is called Purpleheart wood. When I first saw it, I could not believe it was real. The color is purple — yes, actually purple. Like a natural purple…
I still remember the first maple floor I ever installed. Young couple in Portland. Open layout, big windows, minimal furniture. They wanted the space to feel bright and airy. I walked through their home, looked at the light coming in,…
Let me be straight with you. I’ve installed floors in beach cottages, Chicago condos, and Vermont farmhouses built before your grandparents were born. I’ve worked with every species, every finish, every price point the market offers. And when clients ask…
You’ve got the skills. You’ve got the tools. You’re ready to build. Then someone asks: “Do you have a license for that?“ Suddenly you’re lost. Do woodworkers need a license? A contractor license? A business license? Does your state even…
You finished a custom dining table. The client loved it. Two weeks later, the leg cracked. Someone got hurt. Now there’s a lawsuit. Without insurance, that one phone call ends your business. Whether you run a full shop, do side…
It’s Saturday morning. You’re in the garage. Music’s playing. You turn a rough piece of oak into something beautiful. A friend sees it and says, “I’d pay good money for that.” That’s how most woodworking businesses start. You don’t need…
