Top Products

  • Thermador Freedom Induction Cooktop
    Thermador Freedom Induction Cooktop

    Thermador’s Freedom Induction Cooktop is the first full-surface induction appliance with the flexibility of a natural-mapping user interface that intelligently recognizes cookware size, shape, and...

  • Broan Evolution range hoods
    Broan Evolution range hoods

    The Broan Evolution Series of range hoods offers an option-rich line up at an affordable price.

  • WAC Lighting’s energy efficient LEDme Step Lights offer a sleek profile and enha
    WAC Lighting’s energy efficient LEDme Step Lights offer a sleek profile and enha

    WAC Lighting’s energy efficient LEDme Step Lights offer a sleek profile and enhanced safety on indoor and outdoor stairs, walls and other pathways.

  • GAF’s latest shingle line, Timberline American Harvest Lifetime Shingles, offers a palette inspired by the colors of the American Heartland.

  • Accsys Technologies now offers North American species red alder as part of its line of modified-wood products.

  • Overhead Door Corporation, Door Report residential garage door remote
    Overhead Door Corporation, Door Report residential garage door remote

    Overhead Door Corporation’s Door Report residential garage door remote provides homeowners with peace of mind that their garage door is closed after they leave home.

  • Andersen Corporation, Honeywell, windows, doors, VeriLock sensor technology, Hon
    Andersen Corporation, Honeywell, windows, doors, VeriLock sensor technology, Hon
  • Pella, entry doors, three new products, Architect Series, Pella entry door syste
    Pella, entry doors, three new products, Architect Series, Pella entry door syste

    Pella has expanded its line of entry doors with three new products: the Architect Series wood-grain fiberglass entry door systems, Pella entry door systems in fiberglass or steel, and Encompass by...

  • chain-and-pulley double-hung window unit, Marvin Signature Services
    chain-and-pulley double-hung window unit, Marvin Signature Services

    For clients who want to achieve a historic look but with modern performance, Marvin Signature Services offers a chain-and-pulley double-hung window unit.

  • door security, window security, Eagle windows and doors with VeriLock
    door security, window security, Eagle windows and doors with VeriLock

    Andersen Corporation and Honeywell are teaming up to offer a line of windows and doors that alert homeowners if a window or door has been unlocked.

  • Promenade sliding patio door, Alside, traditional in-swing French patio doors
    Promenade sliding patio door, Alside, traditional in-swing French patio doors

    The new Promenade sliding patio door from Alside provides the appearance of traditional in-swing French patio doors in a sliding system.

  • NanaWall Systems’ NanaWall Kitchen Transition, NanaWall, custom window-door comb
    NanaWall Systems’ NanaWall Kitchen Transition, NanaWall, custom window-door comb

    NanaWall Systems’ NanaWall Kitchen Transition is a custom window-door combination that opens instantly to create an outdoor kitchen and a sense of spaciousness for everyday use or for entertaining...

  • Linear shower drains from Quartz by ACO
    Linear shower drains from Quartz by ACO

    Linear shower drains from Quartz by ACO are available in six grate designs and six standard sizes.

  • Lutron’s Sivoia QS Wireless system offers convenient daylight control for new or
    Lutron’s Sivoia QS Wireless system offers convenient daylight control for new or

    Lutron’s Sivoia QS Wireless system offers convenient daylight control for new or retrofit applications with ultra-quiet performance, precision shade alignment, and the elimination of communication...

  • CMI's MiraTEC mouldings
    CMI's MiraTEC mouldings

    CMI's MiraTEC mouldings serve as a functional, economical alternative to PVC and fiber-cement products.

  • Schneider Electric, Wiser Energy Management System
    Schneider Electric, Wiser Energy Management System

    Schneider Electric has introduced the Wiser Energy Management System, a comprehensive demand management solution that allows homeowners to reduce or shift energy use during peak times and improve...

  • Merillat has expanded its line of Masterpiece semi-custom cabinetry
    Merillat has expanded its line of Masterpiece semi-custom cabinetry

    Merillat has expanded its line of Masterpiece semi-custom cabinetry with new door styles, finishes, and hardware.

  • TOTO Vivian Collection
    TOTO Vivian Collection

    TOTO's Vivian high-efficiency faucets offer a timeless, elegant design, with a curved spout and cross handles and polished-chrome finish.

  • HomeWizard
    HomeWizard

    The HomeWizard from Mr. Steam enables steam bath activation from almost any location, whether controlled by a smart phone, computer, or iPad.

  • MiraTEC Crown Moulding
    MiraTEC Crown Moulding

    CMI has expanded its MiraTEC product line to include four crown moulding profiles.

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Industry News

January 25, 2012

The latest edition of the Pending Home Sales Index indicates that sales declined in December 2011 but were still significantly higher than the previous year, according to the National Association of Realtors.

January 25, 2012

In his first State of the Union address of 2012, President Obama briefly discussed a pair of proposals to help the housing industry this year.

January 23, 2012

Earlier this month, the Valle Group completed construction on the nation’s 24th certified Passive House, located in East Falmouth, Mass. The house was built virtually airtight and is heated through passive solar gain, according to standards set...

January 17, 2012

The Better Business Bureau (BBB) is urging contractors in Missouri, Illinois and across the nation to be alert for telephone solicitors trying to convince them to sign up for an online program offering free job leads.

Reference Library

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The iPad changed mobile computing forever, but is it the best tool for field and office...

75 years of people, ideas and trends in home building

In honor of Professional Builder's 75th anniversary, we profile pioneering figures, breakthrough...

Generating new-home sales revenue and reducing unnecessary costs are not all tha

Generating new-home sales revenue and reducing unnecessary costs are not all that complicated —...

Next-gen universal design for bathrooms and kitchens

To answer the demand for universal design, manufacturers continue to develop products for the...

home design, right-sizing homes

Professional Builder’s House Review design team presents five plans that trim the fat and focus...

Buying concrete, purchasing, home construction, home building, homebuilding

Buying concrete turnkey can add a level of confusion about what is being purchased and for how...