by Zeeland Lumber | Feb 27, 2019 | Professional Builder News
Many builders’ biggest concern is cycle time — the time it takes to complete one project and get started on another. Cycle time is a huge contributor to overall profit margins, but as you already know, the challenge comes in minimizing cycle time without...
by Zeeland Lumber | Feb 14, 2019 | Professional Builder News
In 2019, US homeowners are predicted to complete more than 12.5 million remodels valued at more than $1,000 dollars each. Remodeling is up 30% in the past five years, and given the state of the housing industry, it’s not difficult to see why. Home equity loan...
by Zeeland Lumber | Feb 5, 2019 | Professional Builder News
Midwest storms can be violent, especially in West Michigan where the lake effect really does its worst. At this time of year, storms can bring wind, snow, rain, sleet, ice, and hail, or a dangerous combination of those things. If your home has been damaged by a storm,...
by Zeeland Lumber | Jan 30, 2019 | Professional Builder News
Time is money. In the construction industry especially, the faster homes, buildings, and barns go up, the more efficient and more profitable your company becomes. Nearly every construction professional is on a constant quest to streamline operations, but one aspect of...
by Zeeland Lumber | Dec 28, 2018 | Professional Builder News
How Do Credit Pickups Affect Your Business? As a homebuilder, you’re well aware of credit pickups. While they have useful aspects, many builders and remodelers cite credit pickups as one of their biggest frustrations with suppliers. When a supplier is delayed...
by Zeeland Lumber | Dec 3, 2018 | Professional Builder News
Social media platforms are a powerful tool for many businesses and brands, but when it comes to construction and homebuilding, many companies worry they just aren’t a fit. Here at Zeeland Lumber & Supply, we’ve been making changes to our own digital...