by Pat Flood | Builder, Building in Boston, Building Trends, Contractor, Developer
Rent control is one of those tricky topics that Massachusetts voters have debated off and on over the years. Twenty-five years ago, a rent control measure that included Boston lost by a narrow margin at the ballot box. These days, though, with rents continuing to rise...
by Pat Flood | Triple Decker, Builder, Building in Boston, Building Trends, Contractor, Homeowner, Remodeler
Choosing your exterior siding is a big deal. After all, it has a huge impact on the whole look and feel of your home. The color is important, of course, but don’t forget that siding also adds to the texture of your house as well. In addition to how it looks,...
by Pat Flood | Building Trends, Contractor, Developer, Homeowner, Remodeler
What makes a window more energy efficient than other types of windows? And what do these strange terms like “e-coating” and “u-factor” mean? We have answers to the questions most commonly asked about energy efficient windows! 1. What Type of Frame is Best for Energy...
by Pat Flood | Builder, Construction Crew, Contractor, Remodeler
Labor law is complicated, and you can be forgiven for not thinking about it very often. After all, it’s a dry subject, and as long as you treat your employees well and pay them on time, you should be in the clear, right? Unfortunately, a recent court case could...
by Pat Flood | Triple Decker, Building in Boston, Building Policies, Building Trends, Contractor, Homeowner
Part of Boston’s charm is its vast array of historically significant buildings. After all, when your city is one of the oldest in the country, you’ve got a lot of homes from many different eras in the mix. Unlike some other big cities we could name, Boston...
