Industry Update: 2018 Energy Code

Although it’s constantly in progress and changes won’t be active for another year, here is a quick look at the latest on progress within the Energy Code. As you most likely already know, the International Energy Conservation Code (IECC) is … Continue reading

Industry Insight: Popular Predictions for 2017

From expected color trends to real estate markets, here is a look at some of the latest industry predictions that are abuzz for 2017. The buzz has begun – you know the one that begins before every new year.  From … Continue reading

OSHA’s Final Rule on Workplace Injury/Illness Recordkeeping

Just in time for the new year, OSHA recently issued a final rule regarding the maintenance of records for recordable injury and illness.  You may have heard about a final rule being released by OSHA regarding recordkeeping for workplace injuries. … Continue reading

Diving into Florida Swimming Pool Construction

Florida swimming pool construction update for the month of November 2016 Out of the nearly 1,200 new pool permits and close to $50M in construction value in Florida last month, new pool construction was highest in the southwest region; the … Continue reading

D.R. Horton Leads Home Builders in Texas – November 2016

Last month, D.R. Horton continued its lead for total housing starts in Texas, ranking it #1 in the HBW database for new residential construction. It’s been a while (a few months) since we’ve taken a good look at Texas home … Continue reading

HBW Report: Florida Residential Construction Brief for November 2016

Out of the hundreds of active builders and thousands of housing starts throughout Florida last month, Tampa stood out on top with the greatest amount of residential construction permits in November. As HBW subscribers are already aware, thousands of new … Continue reading