Last Saturday, a group of construction workers marched to Dallas’ Cole Park to protest against the Georgia-based Gables Residential property development corporation. Marching under fluorescent “hard-hat yellow” colored banners emblazoned with the phrase “Build It Better,” the workers sought to … Continue reading
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Subscribers who get their building permit information and residential construction job leads from HBWeekly already know that the residential building market in southwest Florida is white-hot and exceptionally strong. Because of its prime location and fantastic weather, Southwest Florida has … Continue reading
After a five-year slump, the rebound in construction expenditures is leading to an increased demand for plumbing fixtures and fittings. According to Global Industry Analysts, Inc. the U.S. demand for plumbing fixtures and fittings will advance over six percent through … Continue reading
Builders who get their permit information from HBWeekly know that Houston is a hot residential construction market. Home prices hit a record high in the Houston metro area this April. Homes are selling quickly. Buyers making higher-than-expected offers have led to … Continue reading
Over the years, LEED has become an expected credential among building professionals. Unfortunately, many busy building professionals who want LEED credentials can’t to take off of work to attend months of classes in preparation for the exams. With LEED credential exam fees … Continue reading
Commercial construction LEED certification has become a considerable business asset for many American companies. Developers in the Buckhead area of Atlanta are especially keen to earn LEED certification for new commercial construction, and subcontractors are more and more often finding … Continue reading
Smartphones have revolutionized every sector of modern industry, and the building trades are no exception. With the myriad of apps that are out there, it is difficult to know which ones are worth the time and expense. Here five of … Continue reading
One of the very best things about being a building trades professional is that when you donate your skills, time, and expertise to a worthy cause, you will actually see your contribution make the world a better place. During May … Continue reading
Florida is returning to pre-recession levels of employment, immigration, and construction. As HBW subscribers already know, many of the state’s major housing markets have a strong base of younger people earning mid-level salaries, who are more interested in the simplicity … Continue reading
Hello, all, I’m Dave Taylor of HBWeekly. From time to time I like to check in with our clients and their customers by contributing to the HBWeekly blog. Today I want to share the results of our Building Trend Activity … Continue reading