Top Texas Home Builders – November 2024

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As HBW subscribers know, HBW’s construction data reports have multiple benefits for contractors’ business development and marketing efforts. From identifying areas with greatest service demand to gaining insight on competitors in any given area, HBW’s reports enable contractors to take a focused approach to identifying and capturing their targeted audience.

Today, we will be using construction data reports to identify the leading contractors that were driving new home construction throughout Texas last month.

When looking at the combined total of new permits statewide, there are three major players in the industry that are leading new residential construction across the Lone Star State. In fact, more than 21 percent of all new permits on record for November originated from the following three builders: Lennar Homes (845 permits), D.R. Horton (538 permits), and Pulte Homes (266 permits).

Taking a closer look at each metro area, we find that aside from the three industry leaders, there are a number of contractors that are holding strong in the market and contributing to new residential construction across the state.  Here are the five leading home builders in each of the four major metropolitan areas of Texas during the month of November:

Houston

Last month, there were more than 330 contractors with new home construction activity on record with HBW for the Houston area, and the following ranked as the top five for total new permits:

BuilderTotal Permits Average Value
1-Lennar Homes551 $   235,643.00
2-D.R. Horton430 $   267,878.00
3-K Hovnanian Homes120 $   288,494.00
4-Perry Homes118 $   309,868.00
5-David Weekley Homes109 $   272,245.00

Dallas

In Dallas, there were more than 310 home builders with new construction activity on record for the month of November, and the following ranked as the top five for total new permits:

BuilderTotal Permits Average Value
1-Pulte Homes128 $   439,346.00
2-First Texas Homes124 $   438,468.00
3-Lennar Homes120 $   334,110.00
4-Trophy Signature Homes119 $   526,000.00
5-Highland Homes115 $   539,198.00

San Antonio

In the San Antonio area, there were more than 90 contractors with new residential construction permits on record with HBW last month, and the following ranked as the top five for total new permits:

BuilderTotal No Average Value
1-Lennar Homes166 $   163,542.00
2-Pulte Homes14 $   219,564.00
3-National Home Corp13 $   311,562.00
4-M/I Homes13 $   295,751.00
5-Perry Homes12 $   259,775.00

Austin

Last month, there were approximately 80 contractors with new home construction activity on record within the Austin area, and the following ranked as the top five for total new permits:

BuilderTotal Permits Average Value
1-PrimeHaven Development55 $   234,125.00
2-Starlight Homes Texas32 $   406,875.00
3-Taylor Morrison Homes30 $   368,000.00
4-Pulte Homes27 $   296,319.00
5-D.R. Horton25 $   195,734.00

To gain more information on the builders, homeowners and permits for the construction activity above, check out HBW for your copy of the latest construction data reports. To gain access to the HBW database and receive custom and detailed reports on the latest residential and commercial building activity in Florida, Georgia, Texas, Alabama, and Oklahoma, please contact HBW for details.

HBW Report: Texas Swimming Pool Construction – November 2024

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Based on the latest HBW construction data reports, there have been approximately 535 new swimming pool construction permits with a total value in excess of $36.5 million on record for the Lone Star State last month. Data from the reports were derived from permits acquired from each of the four major metro areas of Dallas, Houston, Austin, and San Antonio. Out of the four regions reviewed, the greatest concentration of new swimming pool construction could be found in Dallas (253 permits), while the highest average value of new pool construction could be found in Houston (average value: $87,396).

Here is a closer look at the total permits, average value of construction and leading contractors for new swimming pools in Texas during the month of November:

Dallas

Last month, there were 253 new swimming pool permits with a total construction value of approximately $17.6 million in the Dallas area. The average value of construction was $69,555, and more than half of all new permits originated from the two counties of Denton (71 permits) and Collin (62 permits).

Out of approximately 135 contractors with new swimming pool construction activity on record in the Dallas area last month, the following ranked as the top three for total new permits:

BuilderTotal Permits
1-Riverbend Pools19
2-Claffey Pools12
3-BMR Pools8

Houston

Houston ranked #2 for new pool construction having 143 new permits with a total value of $12.5 million on record last month.  The average value of new swimming pool construction was highest in the Houston area (average value: $87,396) in comparison to other Texas regions reviewed, and the majority of construction took place in Harris County where there were 101 new permits for the one-month period.

Out of nearly 95 pool contractors will new construction activity on record in the Houston area last month, the following ranked as the top three for total new permits:

BuilderTotal Permits
1-Avree Pools6
2-Platinum Pools6
3-Anthony & Sylvan Pools6

Austin

In Austin, there were 72 new swimming pool construction permits with a total value of approximately $3.6 million on record last month.  The average value of new pool permits landed on the lower end of the spectrum in Austin (average value: $49,917) in comparison to other Texas areas reviewed, and the bulk of all new permits originated from Travis County (54 permits).

Out of 45 pool builders with new construction permits on record for Austin last month, the following ranked as the top three for total new permits:

BuilderTotal Permits
1-Cody Pools11
2-Denali Pools5
3-Paradisa Homes5

San Antonio

Last month, there were more than 65 new swimming pool construction permits with a total value of nearly $2.9 million added to the HBW database for the San Antonio area. The average value of construction was lowest in San Antonio (average value: $43,470) compared to the other Texas regions reviewed, and the majority of construction activity took place in Bexar County (44 permits).

Out of the 30 contractors with new pool permits on record in San Antonio for the month of November, the following ranked as the top three for total new permits:

BuilderTotal Permits
1-Keith Zars Pools12
2-Blue Haven Pools6
3-Cody Pools5

To gain more information on the builders, homeowners and permits for the construction activity above, check out HBW for your copy of the latest construction data reports. To gain access to the HBW database and receive custom and detailed reports on the latest residential and commercial building activity in Florida, Georgia, Texas, Alabama, and Oklahoma, please contact HBW for details.

7 Marketing Tips for Contractors to Kickstart the New Year

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Black Friday is over and Cyber Monday has passed, so what’s next? While the month of December seems to come and go in a flash, there is still ample time to give a quick boost to your marketing efforts.

As the year winds down, contractors and construction professionals have a unique opportunity to evaluate their marketing strategies and lay the groundwork for a successful year ahead. With the right combination of reflection and preparation, you can amplify your brand visibility, strengthen client relationships, and generate leads to kickstart the new year. Here are seven actionable marketing tips tailored to construction professionals:

1. Review Your Year in Marketing

How did your marketing strategy perform in 2024? Now is the perfect time to take stock of what worked and what didn’t in your marketing efforts. How? It’s simple: Analyze key metrics like website traffic, lead conversions, and social media engagement. Review and identify campaigns that drove the most value so that you can replicate, and even improve upon, their success in the coming year.

Pro Tip: If you are not already doing so, use free and easy tools like Google Analytics or social media insights to track performance.

2. Refresh Your Website

Social media aside, your website is most often the first impression clients will have of your business. For this reason, it is critical that you take time to review it – make sure that it is updated with your latest and greatest projects, testimonials, and contact information. Do you have new products or services? Have you added a new location? Now is the time to add and update as necessary.

Additionally, you can work with your website manager to optimize content and loading speeds and ensure mobile compatibility—many prospects and clients will run a search for your company or services from their mobile devices, so at the very minimum you should check how your content and website looks from your phone.

3. Update Your Portfolio

With so many projects and locations, it is easy to overlook and forget about sharing new project successes. Showcasing your best and most recent work is crucial in the construction industry. Take some time to update your portfolio with high-quality photos, videos, or even drone footage of completed projects. Don’t forget to document the job from the start so that you can include before-and-after images that can make for a compelling story that highlights your expertise.

4. Launch a Holiday Appreciation Campaign

The holidays offer an ideal opportunity to thank clients, vendors, and industry partners. Whether you choose to send personalized holiday cards or deliver small gifts, a little gratitude can go a long way in fostering loyalty and referrals.

Pro Tip: Include a discount or special offer for repeat and/or loyal clients in the new year.

5. Create Videos

Videos are a powerful tool to showcase your work. According to HubSpot, the number of digital video viewers worldwide is more than 3.3 billion, and in 2024, 89 percent of consumers confirm that they want to see more videos from brands.

Not sure where to start? You can take first steps by creating short clips of ongoing projects, client testimonials, or behind-the-scenes tours. Social platforms including Instagram Reels, TikTok, and YouTube can help you reach a wider audience.

Pro Tip: Highlight eco-friendly practices or unique techniques to appeal to socially-conscious clients.

6. Invest in Local SEO

As most construction professionals are aware, construction is a hyper-local industry, especially for smaller operations. For this reason, it is vital that your business makes efforts to rank high in local searches. To do this, simply update your Google Business Profile with accurate information and encourage satisfied clients to leave reviews. Believe it or not, it can just take an ask or small incentive to motivate clients to provide positive feedback; share direct links to your google business profile to make it a “one-click” process.

Pro Tip: Use location-specific keywords like “best roofing contractor in [city]” on your website and social media.

7. Attend Industry Events and Network

Winter is a great time to participate in trade shows, conventions, seminars, and community events. You can utilize these networking opportunities to showcase your expertise, distribute branded marketing materials, and potentially expand your reach.

If you have been following this blog or HBW on social media, then you know that HBW follows and shares a variety of upcoming industry events. Follow us to get industry related event details delivered directly to your inbox or social feed.

Pro Tip: Take pictures at these events and share them on social media to boost credibility; don’t forget to tag companies and clients as appropriate.

By reviewing and improving your marketing efforts before the new year, and implementing some of the above listed tips, construction professionals can position their businesses for growth and success. Remember, consistency and authenticity are key in building a lasting brand. Start planning now, and you will see the benefits throughout the new year.

For more information on construction business marketing tips, stay connected with the HBW Blog.  To get ahead of construction activity and gain access to the latest permitting data in Florida, Texas, Georgia, Alabama and Oklahoma, contact HBW for more information on construction data reports and industry leads.

Florida Swimming Pool Construction Update – October 2024

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Based on the latest HBW construction data reports, there have been 1,565 new swimming pool construction permits with a total value of approximately $132.6 million added to the HBW database for Florida last month. Out of the five regions included in the reports (Southwest, Tampa, Southeast, Orlando, Jacksonville), the southwestern region of the state held the greatest volume of new pool construction (497 permits), while the highest average value of new pool construction could be found in the southeast (average value: $95,940).

Here is a closer look at the total permits, average value, and the leading counties and contractors for new swimming pool construction in each of the five major regions of the Sunshine State during the month of October:

Southwest

Total Permits: 497 permits

Average Value of Construction: $82,729

Leading Counties (based on total permits): Lee (213 permits); Manatee (106 permits)

Top 3 Pool Builders (based on total permits):

BuilderTotal Permits
1-Pinnacle USA57
2-Trusted Pool & Spa20
3-Holiday Pools of West Florida19

Southeast

Total Permits: 390

Average Value of Construction: $95,940

Leading Counties (based on total permits): Palm Beach (208 permits); Miami-Dade (58 permits)

Top 3 Pool Builders (based on total permits):

BuilderTotal Permits
1-Pughs Pools & Spas26
2-Fountain Blue Pool Service16
3-A&G Concrete Pools13

Orlando

Total Permits: 313

Average Value of Construction: $75,408

Leading Counties (based on total permits): Lake (103 permits); Orange (85 permits)

Top 3 Pool Builders (based on total permits):

BuilderTotal No
1-Bob’s Pool Service45
2-Dreamscapes Pools & Spas19
3-All Seasons13

Tampa

Total Permits: 231

Average Value of Construction: $76,804

Leading Counties (based on total permits): Hillsborough (103 permits); Sumter (49 permits)

Top 3 Pool Builders (based on total permits):

BuilderTotal Permits
1-T&D Pool Construction35
2-Tampa Bay Pools on the Gulf21
3-Cody Pools10

Jacksonville

Total Permits: 134

Average Value of Construction: $94,775

Leading Counties (based on total permits): St. Johns (56 permits); Duval (30 permits)

Top 3 Pool Builders (based on total permits):

BuilderTotal Permits
1-Blue Haven Pools9
2-Island Pools7
3-Anthony & Sylvan Pools6

To gain more information on the builders, homeowners and permits for the construction activity above, check out HBW for your copy of the latest construction data reports. To gain access to the HBW database and receive custom and detailed reports on the latest residential and commercial building activity in Florida, Georgia, Texas, Alabama, and Oklahoma, please contact HBW for details.

Top Florida Home Builders – October 2024

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Last week, we reviewed new residential construction activity in the Sunshine State during the month of October 2024, and as a result we reported approximately 5,260 new residential construction permits with a total value of nearly $1.7 billion on record with HBW for the one-month period. This week, we are using the same construction data reports to identify the leading home builders driving housing starts in the five regions of Florida (Southwest, Tampa, Southeast, Orlando, Jacksonville).

Statewide, there are two home builders that have consistently dominated new residential construction – Lennar Homes and D.R. Horton. From the five regions reviewed, both builders carried nearly 30 percent of all new home construction in Florida last month, having a combined total of approximately 1,500 new permits. Lennar Homes ranked #1 with 929 total new permits, while D.R. Horton ranked #2 with 569 total new permits for the month.

Here is a closer look at the leading home builders by region, along with the total new permits on record and average value of construction for the month of October:

Southwest

In the southwestern region of Florida, there were approximately 290 contractors with new residential construction permits on record with HBW for the month of October, and the following ranked as the top five for total new permits:

BuilderTotal Permits Average Value
1-Lennar Homes299 $   177,508.00
2-D.R. Horton181 $   231,379.00
3-Pulte Homes85 $   178,581.00
4-Taylor Morrison67 $   237,514.00
5-Neal Communities of SW FL61 $   268,913.00

Tampa

During the month of October, there were more than 180 home builders with new permits on record in the Tampa area, and the following ranked as the top five for total new permits:

BuilderTotal Permits Average Value
1-Lennar Homes181 $   335,022.00
2-D.R. Horton98 $   249,982.00
3-The Villages of Lake Sumter53 $   175,000.00
4-Certified General Contractors35 $   175,000.00
5-Pulte Homes34 $   429,038.00

Southeast

In the southeastern region, there were more than 120 active home builders with new construction activity on record with HBW for October, and the following ranked as the top five for total new permits:

BuilderTotal Permits Average Value
1-Lennar Homes123 $   268,600.00
2-Pulte Homes96 $   411,090.00
3-Minto Communities88 $   245,225.00
4-GL Building Corporation62 $   447,338.00
5-D.R. Horton45 $   171,828.00

Orlando

There were more than 150 active home builders with new construction activity on record in the Orlando area during the month of October, and the following ranked as the top five for total new permits:

BuilderTotal Permits Average Value
1-Lennar Homes166 $   315,665.00
2-Pulte Homes134 $   355,867.00
3-D.R. Horton86 $   291,129.00
4-M/I Homes69 $   491,525.00
5-Meritage Homes52 $   393,860.00

Jacksonville

In the Jacksonville area there were 110 active home builders with new construction activity on record with HBW during the month of October, and the following ranked as the top five for total new permits:

BuilderTotal Permits Average Value
1-Lennar Homes160 $   243,125.00
2-Dream Finders Construction106 $   250,953.00
3-D.R. Horton79 $   193,670.00
4-Dream Finders Homes52 $   232,804.00
5-Mattamy Homes50 $   210,258.00

To gain more information on the builders, homeowners and permits for the construction activity above, check out HBW for your copy of the latest construction data reports. To gain access to the HBW database and receive custom and detailed reports on the latest residential and commercial building activity in Florida, Georgia, Texas, Alabama, and Oklahoma, please contact HBW for details.

Florida Residential Construction Report – October 2024

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Last month, there were approximately 5,260 new residential construction permits with a total value of nearly $1.7 billion added to the HBW database for Florida; this reflects more than a 30 percent month-over-month decrease in new permits.

Out of the five regions reviewed (Southwest, Tampa, Orlando, Southeast, Northeast), the greatest amount of new home construction took place in the southwestern region of the state, where there were more than 1,480 new permits on record for the one-month period. Next in line, the areas of Tampa and Orlando held high amounts of new construction having 1,048 and 1,022 new permits on record respectively. On the other hand, the areas with the least amount of new residential construction permits for the one-month period were Jacksonville (931 permits) and the southeastern region (775 permits).

When looking at the average value of new home construction, Orlando (average value: $394,674) held a higher value of new residential construction projects, while the lowest average value of permits could be found in the Southwest (average value: $259,654).  Here is a closer look at the average value of new home construction across the Sunshine State last month:

While certain regions predictably held higher concentrations of new home construction, when looking at HBW’s construction data reports from a county-by-county perspective, there were pockets of highly active areas dispersed throughout the state. Based on total number of new permits on record with HBW last month, the following five counties ranked as the top five for total new permits and carried more than 40 percent of all new home construction in the state:

#1. Lee County (Southwest) – 762 permits

#2. Polk County (Tampa) – 469 permits

#3. Manatee County (Southwest) – 368 permits

#4. St. Johns County (Jacksonville) – 280 permits

#5. Duval County (Jacksonville) – 278 permits

To gain more information on the builders, homeowners and permits for the construction activity above, check out HBW for your copy of the latest construction data reports. To gain access to the HBW database and receive custom and detailed reports on the latest residential and commercial building activity in Florida, Georgia, Texas, Alabama, and Oklahoma, please contact HBW for details.

Texas Swimming Pool Construction Review – October 2024

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Based on the latest construction data reports from HBW, there were more than 550 new swimming pool permits with a total construction value of approximately $38 million added to the HBW database for Texas last month. Out of the four metro areas covered in the report (Dallas, Houston, Austin, San Antonio), Dallas carried the greatest amount of new pool construction (261 permits), while the highest average value of new swimming pool construction could be found in Houston (average value: $92,199).

Here is a closer look at the latest permit data for new swimming pool construction in the Lone Star State during the month of October:

Dallas

As previously noted, Dallas carried the highest concentration of new swimming pool construction in comparison to other Texas metro areas reviewed, having 261 new permits with a total construction value in excess of $17 million last month. The average value of new pool construction landed mid-range (average value: $65,212) in comparison to the other areas reviewed, and half of all new permits originated from the counties of Tarrant (72 permits) and Denton (61 permits).

Out of 135 contractors with new pool construction activity on record for the Dallas area last month, the following ranked as the top three for total new permits:

Builder
1-Riverbend Pools
2-Gold Medal Pools
3-Claffey Pools

Houston

Houston ranked #2 for new pool construction last month, having 153 new permits with a total construction value of $14.1 million. The average value of new pool construction was highest in the Houston area (average value: $92,199) in comparison to other metro areas reviewed, and more than 70 percent of all new permits originated from Harris County (109 permits).

Out of approximately 100 pool builders with new permits on record within the Houston area last month, the following ranked as the top three for total new permits:

Builder
1-Platinum Pools
2-Permit Flow
3-Richard’s Total Backyard

Austin

In Austin, there were 83 new swimming pool construction permits with a total value of nearly $4 million during the month of October. The average value of construction was lowest in the Austin area (average value: $46,511) in comparison to other areas reviewed, and 80 percent of all new pool construction took place in Travis County where there were 67 new permits for the one-month period.

Out of nearly 45 contractors with new pool construction on record in the Austin area last month, the following ranked as the top three for total new permits:

Builder
1-Cody Pools
2-Aquamarine Pools of Texas
3-Denali Pools

San Antonio

Last month, there were 54 new swimming pool construction permits with a total value of approximately $3 million on record for the San Antonio area. The average value of construction landed on the lower end of the spectrum in San Antonio (average value: $54,998) in comparison to other Texas areas reviewed, and nearly all new pool construction took place in Bexar County where there were 42 new permits during the one-month period.

Out of the 25 pool contractors with new construction activity on record in San Antonio last month, the following ranked as the top three for total new permits:

Builder
1-Keith Zars Pools
2-Garys Pools & Patio
3-Staycation Fiberglass Pools

To gain more information on the builders, homeowners and permits for the construction activity above, check out HBW for your copy of the latest construction data reports. To gain access to the HBW database and receive custom and detailed reports on the latest residential and commercial building activity in Florida, Georgia, Texas, Alabama, and Oklahoma, please contact HBW for details.

Top Texas Home Builders – October 2024

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In our most recent post (“Texas Residential Construction Update – October 2024”), we reviewed new residential construction permit data on record for Texas during the month of October and found that there had been a 20 percent month-over-month decrease in new home construction. Using the same HBW construction data reports, today we are taking a deeper dive to identify the leading home builders that are driving residential construction in each of the four metro areas of Texas (Houston, Dallas, Austin, San Antonio).

Statewide, two leading home builders have and continue to dominate the market. Lennar Homes (839 permits) and D.R. Horton (439 permits) rank on the top five in most regions reviewed, and combined they are responsible for more than 20 percent of all new home construction listed across Texas for the one-month period.

Here is a look at the top five contractors in each of the four metro areas of Texas based on the total number of new permits recorded by HBW last month:

Houston

BuilderTotal Permits Average Value
1-Lennar Homes430 $   236,926.00
2-D.R. Horton256 $   267,942.00
3-Perry Homes214 $   291,950.00
4-David Weekley Homes184 $   268,390.00
5-K Hovnanian Homes136 $   303,518.00

Dallas

BuilderTotal Permits Average Value
1-Lennar Homes226 $   226,235.00
2-Acadian Builders Group161 $   156,808.00
3-D.R. Horton127 $   220,069.00
4-First Texas Homes90 $   369,896.00
5-Meritage Homes76 $   517,415.00

San Antonio

BuilderTotal Permits Average Value
1-Lennar Homes174 $   144,358.00
2-Perry Homes36 $   270,457.00
3-National Home Corp33 $   167,425.00
4-KB Homes24 $   172,643.00
5-Meritage Homes20 $   256,526.00

Austin

BuilderTotal Permits Average Value
1-D.R. Horton56 $   239,657.00
2-Pulte Homes48 $   343,668.00
3-Perry Homes23 $   345,326.00
4-The Brohn Group20 $   186,390.00
5-KB Homes18 $   397,592.00

To gain more information on the builders, homeowners and permits for the construction activity above, check out HBW for your copy of the latest construction data reports. To gain access to the HBW database and receive custom and detailed reports on the latest residential and commercial building activity in Florida, Georgia, Texas, Alabama, and Oklahoma, please contact HBW for details.

Texas Residential Construction Update – October 2024

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Based on HBW’s latest construction data reports, there were nearly 6,200 new residential construction permits with a total value of approximately $1.9 billion added to the HBW database for Texas last month; this reflects just about a 20 percent month-over-month decrease in new home construction.

Out of the four Texas regions reviewed, Houston carried the greatest volume of new home construction activity (3,011 permits), while the highest average value of residential construction projects could be found in the Dallas area (average value: $335,649).

Here is a closer look at new residential construction activity across the Lonestar State last month, including permits by area, average value of construction and leading counties for new home construction:

New Permits:

As previously noted, out of the four regions reviewed, the greatest amount of new residential construction permits originated from the Houston area, representing close to half of all new home construction across the state.  Here is breakdown of permits by region for the one-month period:

Average Value of Construction:

Last month, the average value of new home construction in Texas ranged from a low of $213,307 (San Antonio) to a high of $335,649 (Dallas). Here is a closer look at the average value of construction across Texas during the month of October:

Top Counties:

While new home construction was flourishing in each of the four metro areas of Texas, when reviewing reports county-by-county, there were five counties that carried more than 65 percent of all new residential construction activity in Texas last month; the five leading counties for new home construction are as follows:

1. Harris County (Houston): 1,573 permits

2. Collin County (Dallas): 796 permits

3. Montgomery County (Houston): 690 permits

4. Fort Bend County (Houston): 514 permits

5. Tarrant County (Dallas): 501 permits

To gain more information on the builders, homeowners and permits for the construction activity above, check out HBW for your copy of the latest construction data reports. To gain access to the HBW database and receive custom and detailed reports on the latest residential and commercial building activity in Florida, Georgia, Texas, Alabama, and Oklahoma, please contact HBW for details.

Florida Residential Construction Quarterly Review

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After two years of annual declines, the residential construction market in Florida is showing signs of growth. From January through September, there has been a 6 percent increase in new residential construction permits in comparison to the same time last year, resulting in 84,865 new permits on record with HBW.

Out of the six regions reviewed, more than 45 percent of all new residential construction permits originated from the southwest and west where there were 19,741 and 18,467 permits on record through Q3 respectively.

Here is a closer look at the total permits, % year-over-year change in residential construction (YTD), as well as the leading counties in each of the six Florida regions reviewed:

Southwest

In the southwestern region, there were 19,741 new permits through the third quarter of this year, reflecting a 12 percent increase in comparison to the same period last year. Out of the five counties that make up the southwest, Lee County (7,145 permits) held the highest concentration of new home construction activity.

West

Through Q3-2024, there have been 18,467 new residential construction permits added to the HBW database for the western region of Florida, reflecting a steady market with a 1 percent year-over-year decrease in new home construction. Out of the seven counties reviewed, the highest concentration of new permits originated from Polk County (7,115 permits) and Hillsborough County (3,431 permits).

Northeast

In the northeastern region, there have been 17,230 new residential construction permits added to the HBW database through the third quarter of this year, reflecting a 21 percent increase in comparison to the same time last year. Out of the eight counties factored in the report, more than half of all new permits originated from the two counties of Marion (4,970 permits) and St. Johns (4,020 permits).

Central

Through the third quarter of this year, there have been 11,765 new residential construction permits recorded for Central Florida, reflecting a 10 percent year-over-year decrease in new home construction. Out of the six counties included in the Central Florida report, the highest concentration of new residential construction activity could be found in Brevard County where there were 2,712 new permits on record for the 9-month period.

Northwest

In the northwestern region of Florida, there has been a 6 percent year-over-year increase in new home construction, resulting in 9,782 new permits on record with HBW. Out of the 18 counties that were included in the regional report, approximately 55 percent of all new residential construction activity took place in Bay County (1,662 permits), Santa Rosa County (1,497 permits), Escambia County (1,121 permits), and Walton County (1,095 permits).

Southeast

Through the third quarter of this year, there have been 7,880 new residential construction permits added to the HBW database for the southeastern region of Florida; this reflects a 9 percent year-over-year increase in new home construction. Out of the seven counties that make up the southeast, St. Lucie County (2,834 permits) carried the highest volume of new residential construction permits.

To gain more information on the builders, homeowners and permits for the construction activity above, check out HBW for your copy of the latest construction data reports. To gain access to the HBW database and receive custom and detailed reports on the latest residential and commercial building activity in Florida, Georgia, Texas, Alabama, and Oklahoma, please contact HBW for details.