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A Deeper Look at Sub-Flooring
Sub-flooring is perhaps the most overlooked of the four elements of a finished floor system, but it has seen significant advancements in re…
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Choosing Durable Building Materials for Distinct Coastal Design
As an architect, putting your stamp of approval on building materials that stand the test of time is one of your top priorities. Multifamil…
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Why does the U.S. lag behind in off-site construction?
What will the tipping point be for homebuilders to enthusiastically embrace off-site construction? When the labor force constricts even tig…
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Does a Radiant Barrier Really Work?
Homebuyers have shifted toward energy-efficient new homes in recent years, with energy efficiency among one of the most sought-after traits…
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Solutions for the Starter Home Shortage
The supply of modestly priced starter homes continues to drop nationwide. A recent report by Realtor.com found that the number of homes pri…
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Offering Proof of High Performance
Builders don’t want to take chances on unproven materials – and they’re wary of products that bill themselves as “high performance” without…
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Where the Construction Labor Shortage Is Most Severe
According to the latest American Community Survey from the U.S. Census Bureau, about 4 million people now work in residential construction …
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Why You Should Rely On Data Rather Than Instinct
For many years, construction pros have relied on experience and gut instinct more than on data, but that's rapidly changing. Many banks, in…
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55+ Housing Is Booming Coast to Coast
The mood of builders in the 55+ single-family sector can be described in just two words: very optimistic. Earlier this year, the NAHB 55+ H…
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A Mid-Year Look at 2019 Exterior Trends
While many building professionals actively seek out exterior trends at the start of the new year, it’s important to keep on top of trends a…
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Building Smarter Starts With Smashing Silos
One of the most vexing problems in home construction is that productivity isn’t rising fast enough – even though there are fabulous product…
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A Solution for the Labor Shortage?
The on-going shortage of skilled labor in the construction field is forcing manufacturers to find creative ways to deal with it, particular…