March 2010
Column
Buffett is sold on building information modeling (BIM) technology and wants home builders to believe in it too.
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Feature
Proponents of building information modeling software, like Warren Buffett, say now is the time for home builders to adopt the technology.
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The majority of builders say they would be building and selling more homes today if funding was more readily available, according to Professional Builder's latest reader survey.
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Infill sites are a viable way to deliver new homes in great locations where the infrastructure is already in place.
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Home builders can offset cost premiums for going green by following these best practices from the NAHB Research Center.
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Take a lesson or two from these award-winning Nationals entries.
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The American Sustainability Initiative aims to cut the waste out of the construction process and deliver homes that are both affordable and green.
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Selling new homes in a downturn takes a certain set of skills and a particular mindset. That's why training is so essential.
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News
Most manufacturer sites are too product-oriented. Here are Glenn Singer's suggestions for improvement.
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How to tell if your bank is strong enough to weather the storm.
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Everyone in a home-building company, from the CEO on down, plays a part in delivering great customer service.
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Homestar was a big topic of discussion at the recent RESNET conference. Duncan Prahl reports.
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Keith Robinson discusses why some leaders succeed while others fail.
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Number Crunch [14]
Lumber prices unexpectedly rose 32% on the futures market this year -- not good news for stressed-out home builders.
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Product Review
Advantage Vantage [15]
Made in two new colors — walnut and tigerwood — the deck planks in MoistureShield’s Vantage Collection are 1¼ by 6 inches and are embossed with a realistic woodgrain finish on both sides
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Deck the Halls [16]
Universal Consumer Products’ Deckorators now offers a fully integrated railing kit compatible with all the company’s baluster styles
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On the Horizon [17]
The Horizon line from Fiberon is now available in two exotic hardwood colors: Ipe and rosewood. Horizon decking will continue to be available in four solid colors
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Transcendent Decks [18]
According to Trex, the trick to the Transcend line’s durability is its thick integrated shell. Each board is protected on three sides for superior defense against severe weather, heavy foot traffic and everyday wear
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QA
Scott Sedam interviews Mike Funk, Sr. and Jennifer Heitmann from David Weekley Homes, which saved $10 million by implementing Lean building principles.
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