Why Building Permit Data is Essential to Your Business Development Strategy

If you have been in the construction industry for some time, then you know one thing to be true: Projects do not happen by accident. They happen because someone has a need, secures financing, develops a scope, and pulls a … Continue reading

Florida New Home Construction Overview – January 2026

The latest residential building permit data added to the HBW database during January 2026 reflects geographic diversity across Florida’s new home construction market. Drawing from five major regions of Tampa, Southwest Florida, Jacksonville, Orlando, and Southeast Florida, this report provides … Continue reading

Top Home Builders in Texas – January 2026

Earlier this week, we analyzed the latest HBW construction data reports and noted that 4,615 new residential construction permits were issued across the four major Texas metro regions (Austin, Houston, Dallas, and San Antonio), representing more than $1.54 billion in … Continue reading

Texas New Home Construction Report – January 2026

January 2026 opened the year with measurable momentum across the four major metropolitan markets of Texas. According to building permit data compiled and analyzed by HBW, a leading provider of construction permit intelligence, new residential construction activity in Houston, Dallas, … Continue reading

Save the Dates: Upcoming Builder Expos + Conventions

Trade shows and industry conventions remain a cornerstone of business development in the construction sector. From strengthening supplier relationships and identifying new products to staying current on codes, technology, and best practices, events of this nature offer concentrated opportunities that … Continue reading

Texas New Residential Construction Review – 2025

Texas wrapped up 2025 with just over 74,350 new residential construction permits on record, according to the latest HBW Building Activity Trend Report. For a state that leads the nation in homebuilding, last year’s 9% dip in permit volume feels … Continue reading