Industry News
November 13, 2006
A comprehensive study that examines the effects of common remodeling projects in homes with lead paint has been recently completed by the NAHB. See the results of the study, as well as a list of EPA recommendations for lead dust control.
October 31, 2006
The fireplaces' popularity comes from greater consumer demand and lower installation costs, among other factors. Here's a recap of what's new in the industry!
September 30, 2006
Harvard University's Joint Center for Housing Studies' Remodeling Futures Program has released its list of the fastest growing remodeling markets based on 2005 permit values. Analysis of 2005 remodeling permit trends shows sizeable growth in...
September 30, 2006
With energy prices on the rise, buyers are increasingly attracted to the notion of high-performance homes. Find out what you need to know in order to connect to your customers' deep desire for energy efficiency.
August 31, 2006
Data from the American Housing Survey and the NAHB shows that adding a bathroom can increase a home's value by as much as 20 percent. "An added bathroom has one of the strongest impacts of any home feature on single-family detached home...
August 31, 2006
From dedicated home theaters to multi-functional rec rooms, builders are accommodating homeowners who are seeking space for entertainment and in-house fun and games. The going-out-at-home trend essentially means recreating the movie theater...
August 23, 2006
Builders and municipalities seek solutions to thwart theft. Here's a round-up of recent incidents.
August 22, 2006
Sales and marketing costs should be held to 6% of home building revenue, but builders have a hard time hitting that target.
July 31, 2006
New home builders may be concerned about rising interest rates and slow home sales, but remodelers can still breathe easy knowing that the bottom won't drop out of their business in the very near future. So say experts at the Home Improvement...
July 31, 2006
In the old days, when building plans fit on two sheets of 18 by 24 paper, the industry built homes on a handshake between builder and trade. Needless to say, the industry has changed. Handshakes aren't enough anymore; today, builders need a contract...
July 31, 2006
Margot Crabtree reports on the declining housing market, fluctuating Product Manufacturers Index and the potential economic fallout -- inflation.
June 30, 2006
PATH and HUD form partnership with several private sector businesses to build two concept homes that feature flexible design and time-saving production processes.
June 30, 2006
There's no relief in sight for remodeling firms that have been hit hard by the increased cost of building materials, says economist Ken Simonson. Simonson, chief economist for the Associated General Contractors of America, said that some of the...
