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The Power of Soft Architecture: Managing Noise Through Visual and Acoustic Zoning

How acoustic textiles and PET screens improve zoning, comfort and flexibility in open plans.

Dana Pucillo

July 6, 2026

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Soft architecture uses drapery and PET screens to manage noise in open-plan interiors efficiently.

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Building Safety Month Puts Wall and Ceiling Contractors on Notice

ICC campaign spotlighted codes, resilience and access shaping interior systems, inspections.

John Wyatt

July 3, 2026

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Codes, resilience and accessibility pressures are raising the bar for gypsum and ceiling contractors.

July 2026 Cover Story

Insul-Techs Adapts to Shifting Market Demands

California insulation contractor adapts to price hikes, delays, and energy code demands with SPF expertise.

John Wyatt

July 2, 2026

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Rising costs and delays test contractors, but SPF demand and planning keep projects on track.

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A History of Wall and Ceiling Systems in the U.S.

From plaster to drywall, see how wall and ceiling systems shaped America since 1607

John Wyatt

July 1, 2026

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A history of the craftsmen, contractors and materials that built America's walls and ceilings.

The Contractor's Guide to Marketing Metrics That Pay Off

Dear Anna

Dear Anna: 6 Marketing Metrics Every Roofing Contractor Needs

Track the six marketing metrics that improve lead quality, sales, and long-term roofing growth.

June 29, 2026

Track the six marketing metrics that improve lead quality, sales, and long-term roofing growth.

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How Air Barriers Support Healthier Indoor Air

The First Line of Defense

June 26, 2026

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The case for air barriers in healthy building design rests on thinking about the envelope as a system rather than a collection of individual layers.

If Walls Could Talk

SkillsUSA Champ Builds Thriving Business, Makes Team USA

Tristan Coates' journey from student competitor to business owner highlights the opportunities available in today's skilled trades.

Tanja Kern

June 23, 2026

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Tristan Coates turned a high school carpentry program into a thriving construction company and a chance to represent the U.S. at WorldSkills Shanghai 2026.

Contractors Who Win Trust Win More Business

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Build Trust That Wins More Contracts Now

Anna Anderson explains how awards, certifications and media exposure build contractor trust online.

Anna Anderson

Jill Bloom

June 19, 2026

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On the “If Walls Could Talk” podcast, A-Squared Marketing CEO Anna Anderson talks about why referrals, certifications and media coverage remain critical trust signals today for contractors.

Safety First

Safety Standards Must Hold Across Every Jobsite

Consistent safety practices reduce risk, protect crews, and improve performance across all job types.

Joseph Goley

Fiore Belmonte

June 19, 2026

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Safety isn’t just compliance. By building consistent habits and quick risk checks into daily work, contractors can reduce incidents and keep crews protected without slowing production.

Today's Biggest Employment Challenges for Contractors

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Employment Risks and Severance

Legal guidance on hiring, firing, severance agreements and workforce risk for roofers.

June 19, 2026

Legal Insights Expert Trent Cotney explains what is entailed with terminating a problematic employee.

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The Power of Soft Architecture: Managing Noise Through Visual and Acoustic Zoning

Building Safety Month Puts Wall and Ceiling Contractors on Notice

Insul-Techs Adapts to Shifting Market Demands

A History of Wall and Ceiling Systems in the U.S.

Dear Anna: 6 Marketing Metrics Every Roofing Contractor Needs

How Air Barriers Support Healthier Indoor Air

SkillsUSA Champ Builds Thriving Business, Makes Team USA

Build Trust That Wins More Contracts Now

Safety Standards Must Hold Across Every Jobsite

Employment Risks and Severance

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