If last month’s residential construction numbers in Florida seem a little softer at first glance, take a deep breath before letting a single data point steal the spotlight. According to the latest HBW residential construction permit data, the state recorded … Continue reading
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Throughout the year, we take a look at HBW’s Building Activity Trend Report to gain a clearer picture of how the metro Atlanta swimming pool construction market is performing. By analyzing permit activity across the 24 counties that make up … Continue reading
According to the latest HBW residential construction permit data, Texas recorded 4,836 new permits in September 2026, representing nearly $1.8 billion in total construction value. That’s a lot of slabs, a lot of lumber, and—if you’re a construction professional—a healthy … Continue reading
So it’s that time of year again—the season when we grab HBW’s five‑year trend report and take a good, hard look at how new residential construction is shaping up across the metro Atlanta area. Think of it as our annual … Continue reading
September may be the unofficial start of “pumpkin‑spice season,” but for Texas pool builders, it marked something a bit less festive: a noticeable cooldown in new swimming pool construction. According to the latest HBW reports, 427 new pool permits were … Continue reading
Last week, we took a look and shared data from the latest building permits on record in Florida for August, at which time we noted that the state posted 7,842 new residential construction permits, a 28% month‑over‑month increase, with an … Continue reading
If Florida’s swimming pool construction market had a personality, August 2026 suggests it’s feeling a bit — maybe even a little sun‑kissed. According to the latest HBW construction data, 2,765 new swimming pool permits were added to the database last … Continue reading
Florida’s residential construction market decided to stretch its legs a bit in August 2026—and frankly, it was about time. After a couple of steady and consistent months, the Sunshine State posted 7,842 new residential construction permits, marking a month‑over‑month increase … Continue reading
August in Texas is traditionally a month defined by two things: heat that could fry an egg, and homeowners who suddenly realize that a swimming pool isn’t a luxury—it’s survival equipment. Fortunately for the construction industry, that seasonal urgency translated … Continue reading
August 2026 was a solid month for swimming pool construction in Texas. According to the latest HBW reports, 584 new swimming pool construction permits were added to the database, representing more than $42.3 million in total construction value. That’s a … Continue reading