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
Erika Carruth
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
According to the latest HBW residential construction permit data, Florida’s new home market last month delivered a performance that can best be described as “steady as she goes.” The state posted 6,382 new residential construction permits, landing almost exactly where … Continue reading
If there’s one thing Floridians know, it’s sunshine. And if there’s one thing construction professionals know, it’s that sunshine has a funny way of inspiring homeowners to say, “You know what? Let’s put in a pool.” Last month proved exactly … Continue reading
According to the latest HBW construction data, May 2026 was a strong month for new swimming pool construction across the Lone Star State. Combined from the four major metro areas (Houston, Dallas, Austin, and San Antonio) there were 482 new … Continue reading