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Mud Math: Figuring Concrete Volume with SketchUp

When figuring concrete for bidding or pouring it's important to get a reliable volume amount. Use SketchUp to do your "mud math" for confident results when you call for that…
How to Calculate Rafters for Intersecting Roof Planes the Easy Way

Using SketchUp as a visual calculator can simplify rafter layout for intersecting roof planes. While common rafter layout is fairly quick and straightforward using a framing square and construction calculator…
Locate Your Building on a Plot Plan with SketchUp

With the challenges of setbacks, easements, drainage planning, and other code compliance issues, it's important to get the location for a structure properly on the lot. Google's free 3-D modeling…
Simplify Rafter-Pattern-Layout Math with Google SketchUp

SketchUp can be a useful option for layout and planning for cutting rafters. Check out this process for doing the math and see if it fits into your "bag-o-tricks" for…
Smart Phone Apps for Builders: Velux Skylight Planner

Clients love skylights. Now you can show them what one would look like in their living room.
Smart Phone Apps for Builders: Photo Measures

A app that overlays manual measurements over photos.
Smart Phone Apps for Builders: GasBuddy

A good app for the contractor who drives a lot and is looking to save few bucks.
Smart Phone Apps for Builders: Cost vs Value

A unique app that shows baseline pricing based on project type, level of finish, and region.
Smart Phone Apps for Builders: iConfirm

Paperless and real-time change orders. iConfirm showcases a business process of the future, making it usable today.
Smart Phone Apps for Builders: Home Depot

A surprisingly robust application, complements of a big box store