Tidbits from the Top
Welcome
Tidbits from the TopWelcomeWelcome to "Tidbits from the Top"Welcome to our newest informative feature, “Tidbits from the Top”. These tidbits will inform you about topics relating to the building...
Different State – Different Code
Tidbits from the TopDifferent State - Different CodeDifferent State - Different CodeNot all states, or their building codes, are created equal. Economy Garages builds in both Minnesota and...
Building Phases
Tidbits from the TopBuilding PhasesBuilding PhasesEconomy Garages breaks up the construction of a garage into four distinct phases: Permit, Excavation, Concrete, and Building. Each phase uses...
Impact of Weather
Tidbits from the TopImpact of WeatherImpact of WeatherWeather affects building construction in many different ways. High temperatures can cause crew health problems due to lack of hydration, sun...
Polyethylene Sheeting Under Concrete
Tidbits from the TopPolyethylene Under Concrete SlabPolyethylene Under Concrete SlabThis may be one of the most misunderstood building components and is one of the discussions I hear most often. ...
Sales Visit – Why?
Tidbits from the TopSales Visit - Why?Sales Visit - Why?A site visit from one of our Sales Representatives is a requirement to ensure all challenges, risks and concerns are discussed prior to...
Garage Doors – Delivery Time
Tidbits from the TopGarage Doors - Delivery TimeGarage Doors - Delivery TimeThe garage door industry has been hit on many fronts throughout the last few years. There are many products that go into...
H-Clips
Tidbits from the TopH-ClipsH-ClipsPanel Edge Clips, more often known as H-Clips (because they look like the letter ‘H’ when looked at from the side), are small building components having a large...
20-Year Workmanship Warranty
Tidbits from the Top20-Year Workmanship Warranty20-Year Workmanship WarrantyMinnesota and Wisconsin law requires contractors to give a one-year warranty on their work. We, at Economy Garages, think...
Ice Barrier
Tidbits from the TopIce BarrierIce BarrierIcicles hanging off eaves is a very common sight in our neck of the woods. Under insulated or under ventilated attic spaces, if not both, are mostly to...
Window & Service Door Headers
Tidbits from the TopWindow & Service Door HeadersWindow & Service Door HeadersA “header” is a supporting member found above windows and doors designed to carry the load above it and move it...
Supply Chain Issues
Tidbits from the TopSupply Chain IssuesSupply Chain IssuesProblems with the supply of different materials has reared its ugly head many times over the years. Prices or lack of petroleum being...