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Brad Heinzen, who began his career in the trades as a commercial cabinetmaker, is a project manager for Fulwiler/James, Inc., a residential general contracting firm in the San Francisco Bay Area that specializes in the renovation and construction of high-end homes and estate properties. In connection with his work at Fulwiler/James, Brad enjoys working on a wide variety of projects from cutting-edge contemporary homes to full-blown restorations of period estates. He has nearly 20 years experience as a cabinetmaker and finish carpenter and has also worked as a plant manager in cabinetry and millworks companies. You can also visit Brad online at www.fulwilerjames.com. His email address is brad@fulwilerjames.com brad@fulwilerjames.com .

David O. Crockett has 20 years of experience in construction as a designer and construction administrator, yet still prides himself on getting his hands dirty. He has owned and operated Environmental Planning & Management in Cypress, Texas, since 1986. David earned his bachelor's degree in architecture from Texas A&M, Prairie View. His expertise includes onsite wastewater disposal.

Evan Lauridsen is a professional consultant and inspector with more than 26 years of experience in the flooring industry, including manufacturing, retail sales, and management and installation. He is certified as a senior carpet inspector by the Institute of Inspection, Cleaning, and Restoration (IICRC) and the Academy of Textiles and Flooring. He also is certified as a resilient inspector (such as for vinyl flooring), master restorer, and master cleaner. He writes articles for industry publications including the Certified Floor Covering Installers magazine and is cochair of a Flooring Industry Hard Surface Inspection task force. Evan lives near Dallas, Texas, and provides inspection, consultation, correction, and education services for the flooring industry.

Fred Hueston is a syndicated columnist and home repair expert. He has written more than a dozen book on home improvement and has appeared on several TV shows. His weekly column "Around the House" can be found in several newspapers across the country. You can also visit Fred at www.ntc-stone.com.

Since the mid-70s, Harrison McCampbell has focused his career as an architect on water and its effects. His work as a roofing and waterproofing consultant involves investigations of residential and commercial moisture-related issues, including EIFS. His services include writing analytical reports, specifications, contracts, and interpreting code issues. He also assists architectural firms by reviewing roofing and waterproofing systems in their design development phase. He has been involved as an expert witness in more than 60 cases. Harrison is the principal author of Problems in Roofing Design (Butterworth-Heinemann) and is a coauthor of Facilities Engineering and Management Handbook for Commercial, Industrial and Institutional Buildings(McGraw-Hill). He has written articles for numerous magazines, including Architecture, Western Roofing, Progressive Architecture, Journal of Light Construction, Architectural Record, and others. His email address is mcaaia@bellsouth.net mcaaia@bellsouth.net .

Jackie Catto began her design career by creating efficient yet comfortable commercial computer workspaces, then expanded into home offices and residential interior design. As founder and owner of Interiors NW, she regularly hosts residential design and decor workshops. She works with do-it-yourself decorators to provide guidance and inspiration according to their skills and budget. Interiors NW provides complete management for large residential and commercial projects and works directly with the general contractors. Jackie is also a consultant for special occasion and holiday decorations. www.interiorsnw.com

New Orleans construction superintendent Ken Burk has been involved in construction since age 11, when he correctly wired and plumbed his clubhouse. He has been involved professionally with residential construction, remodeling, and renovation since the early 1980s, overseeing construction of hundreds of houses. He has a bachelor of science degree in construction from Louisiana State University.

Ken Fisher from Bonita Springs, Florida has 15 years of experience in the hardwood flooring trade. The owner of Florida Wood Floors.Net, a Florida corporation, Ken is also the creator of the Hardwood Flooring Guide. The site has over 400 pages of useful information regarding all apects of hardwood flooring in the home for the consumer.

Phil San Filippo has been involved in construction for 22 years, starting as a union carpenter in residential and light commercial construction. He was licensed as a General Contractor in 1987 and for the last several years has worked as a Building Inspector, primarily inspecting multi-million dollar school construction projects. He holds credentials as a Combination Inspector with the International Conference of Building Officials (ICBO) and the Division of the State Architect. Phil and his family reside in San Diego, CA.

Ron Hunsicker, P.E., is a professional engineer working with Glen-Gery Brick in Wyomissing, PA since 1983. He has answered thousands of technical questions in addition to reviewing and editing plans, details, and specifcations. He has conducted over five hundred site investigations to assess problems and suggest remedial actions. Ron has also presented almost nine hundred technical seminars to groups from two to a hundred in professionals' offices, college classrooms, and at meetings of local and state chapters of professional and industry organizations. Prior to his work with Glen-Gery, Ron worked as an estimator for a commercial general contractor, was a structural engineer with a consulting engineering firm, and provided zoning and building inspection services to municipalities. Ron is a member of ASTM Committee C-12, Mortar, ASTM Committee C-15, Masonry Units, the Masonry Standards Joint Committee, and many professional societies including ASTM, The Construction Specifications Institute, The Masonry Society, The Association for Preservation Technology, and the British Masonry Society. rhunsicker@glengerybrick.com rhunsicker@glengerybrick.com

Jeff Williams , senior editor at ImproveNet, is a veteran builder and writer. He is the author of a dozen books on all phases of home construction, from foundations to roofs. In addition to writing about construction, he has built numerous houses that range in style from rustic mountain retreats to high-end urban residences.