Through the second quarter of 2026, new residential construction activity across Texas continues to follow the deceleration pattern established last year—albeit with a few notable hotspots that seem determined to defy the statewide trend. According to the latest HBW Building … Continue reading
Erika Carruth
Last month delivered a welcome jolt of momentum for Florida’s residential construction sector. After a couple of steady, and rather consistent months, the Sunshine State posted 7,477 new residential construction permits, marking a 17% month‑over‑month increase—a pace that certainly perks … Continue reading
Metro Atlanta’s residential construction market has always had a personality of its own—dynamic, occasionally unpredictable, and never boring. As we reach the midpoint of 2026, HBW’s latest Building Activity Trend Report gives us a clear snapshot of how the region’s … Continue reading
A Market Pulse Check Across Houston, Dallas, Austin, and San Antonio In Texas, the month of June is traditionally a month defined by rising temperatures, rising electric bills, and—if you are in the construction industry—rising demand for backyard oases. According … Continue reading
When it comes to residential construction, Florida doesn’t do “slow seasons”—it does surges, and June 2026 was no exception. According to the latest HBW residential construction permit data, the Sunshine State posted 7,477 new residential construction permits across its five … Continue reading
If Texas had an official state sport, it might just be residential construction. According to the latest HBW residential construction permit data, Texas posted 7,071 new permits in June 2026, representing more than $2.3 billion in total construction value. Today, … Continue reading
As the calendar flips into the back half of 2026, construction professionals—from remodelers and custom home builders to pool designers and outdoor‑living specialists—still have a robust lineup of industry events to attend. Whether you are scouting new materials, evaluating emerging … Continue reading
As we reach the midpoint of the year, it is a perfect moment for construction professionals to pause, take stock, and tighten up their marketing efforts. The industry is moving fast—consumer expectations, platform algorithms, and even the way people search … Continue reading
If you have ever wished you had a crystal ball for the construction market, here is the good news: you already do. It is called building permit data, and when analyzed correctly, it can reveal where demand is rising, where … Continue reading
Earlier this week, we took a deep dive into Florida’s May 2026 residential construction permit activity, examining where new home construction was strongest, which regions carried the highest values, and how the statewide market held steady with 6,382 new permits—almost … Continue reading