Building Business

An analysis of remodeling and economic data puts the home-improvement industry on surer footing for 2011-2020. Part 1 offers an overview of a study prepared by the Joint Center for…

A Reed Construction Data economist points out that housing permits are being pulled at relatively high rates in 19 cities, most of them in Texas and the Carolinas

Failing to get the proper licenses and insurance could cost you big-time.

EPA files a complaint against a Maine contractor for violating RRP requirements designed to protect children from exposure to lead-based paint

A “re-regulation” bill moves forward in the House while the new-home market lingers in neutral

Marketing for Dow Building Solutions' insulation and solar-power products includes another collaboration with Cobblestone Homes, this time for an energy efficient home built for less than $250,000

Economic recovery, and the housing market, won’t kick into gear without it

Thirteen builders, remodelers, and other industry pros took the honors at the National Green Building Conference

As home prices continue to slip, a market observer looks for trends in the S&P/Case-Shiller Home Price indices

Even though builder confidence remains in a holding pattern, starts and existing-home sales in March suggest the market will avoid a plunge – and might even begin trending upward for…