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Top 5 Upcoming Construction Events and Conferences

Posted on October 15, 2013 by hbwblog

Top 5 Upcoming Construction Events and Conferences

As construction professionals it is important for us to be on the cutting edge of technology, changes in laws and other relevant information that surrounds our industry. HBW Weekly compiled the top five construction events and conferences that should be on every construction professional’s radar.

From Florida, to Texas, to Georgia and even to Vegas for the international conferences, check out our top 5 events and what you can look forward to! Learn, discover and gain cutting knowledge!

1. What? FHBA Fall Leadership Conference

When? October 17 – 19, 2013

Where? Hyatt Tampa Bay in Tampa, Florida

Who? Florida Home Builders Association

Key features: Governmental Affairs Committee meeting featuring an appearance by State Sen. Tom Lee, a speech by Florida Governor Rick Scott, a Wine Tasting to raise funds for the Florida Home Builders Political Action Committee, and a dinner with special guest State Rep. Steve Crisafuli.

2. What? Build Expo

When? February 12 & 13, 2014

Where? Dallas Convention Center in Dallas, Texas

Who? International Conference Management

Key features: Connect with buyers, suppliers, manufacturers, and service providers in a face-to-face environment, learn new techniques, and gain value knowledge. All educational sessions are complimentary.

3. What? Automation and Energy Conference

When? November 19 – 21, 2013

Where? Cobb Galleria Centre in Atlanta, Georgia

Who? Georgia Construction Aggregates Association

Key features: The conference will “focus on education and new technologies to help companies create sustainable, safe and efficient operations.” Learn the tools needed to make your operations more efficient and more profitable.

4. What? HBAA Annual Convention

When? November 7 – 9, 2013

Where? Beau Rivage Resort & Casino in Biloxi, Mississippi

Who? Home Builders Association of Alabama

Key features: Network with builders, remodelers, and associate members from around the state, learn the latest association and industry news and developments, and celebrate achievements with the annual awards presentations.

5. What? International Builders Show

When? February 4 – 6, 2014

Where? Las Vegas Convention Center in Las Vegas, Nevada

Who? National Association of Home Builders

Key features: Building Knowledge Sessions featuring over 40 new speakers, Master Sessions offering advanced-level training, Spotlight Sessions discussing emerging trends, and an interactive “plug-in” experience located in the new Tech Hub.

What events rank top on your list? We want to hear from you!

Construction Trends Alabama Market: 2nd Quarter 2013

Posted on September 5, 2013 by hbwblog

Jefferson and Tuscaloosa Counties are the newest coverage areas in HBW’s repertoire of new construction permit data in the Alabama market.

The counties we report on are showing steady growth. As reported in the previous quarter, the Alabama market saw a very minimal dip in construction. However, we are happy to report that Alabama’s residential construction numbers have increased greatly this quarter and are now higher than they have been in over a year.

For the Alabama Mobile Metro areas, the following New Residential Construction Market Trends Report- summarizes residential new building permits issued for the following counties that include: Mobile County, Baldwin County, Jefferson County and Tuscaloosa County.

These complimentary construction stats are provided from the building permit data collected by the staff of HBW, Inc. More detailed information can be obtained from the HBW, Inc. sales staff.

Construction Trends Florida Market: 2nd Quarter 2013

Posted on September 5, 2013 by hbwblog

The turn in new Construction for the state of Florida looks very progressive at the close of the 2013 2nd Quarter.

Although in Florida’s Northwest Metro area, we saw a slight decrease in construction. However, the numbers are holding steady and remain higher than the numbers we saw in the 3^rd and 4^th quarter of 2012.

Take a look at the following New Residential Construction Market Trends Reports, within the below infographics, they summarize residential new building permits issued for the Florida Northwest Metro area – which includes Bay County, Calhoun County, Escambia County, Santa Rosa County, Wakulla County, Jefferson County, Franklin County, Gadsden County, Gulf County, Okaloosa County, Walton County, Holmes County, Jackson County, Leon County, Liberty County, Washington County.

For the Florida Northeast Metro areas, the following New Residential Construction Market Trends Report- summarizes residential new building permits issued for the following counties that include: Flagler County, Nassau County, Duval County, St. Johns County, Clay County, Putnam County, Alachua County, Marion County all residential new construction permits pulled.

For the Florida Southwest Metro area, the following New Residential Construction Market Trends Report- summarizes residential new building permits issued for the following counties which include: Charlotte County, Manatee County, Sarasota County, Lee County and Collier County.

For the Florida Southeast Metro areas, the following New Residential Construction Market Trends Report- summarizes residential new building permits issued for the following counties which include: Dade County, Broward County, Palm Beach County, Indian River County, Martin County, Okeechobee County, and St. Lucie County.

For the Florida Orlando Metro areas, the following New Residential Construction Market Trends Report- summarizes residential new building permits issued for the Florida Orlando Metro counties which included: Orange County, Brevard County, Osceola County, Lake County, Seminole County and Volusia County.

For the Florida Tampa Metro areas, the following New Residential Construction Market Trends Report- summarizes residential new building permits issued for the following counties which include: Pinellas County, Pasco County, Highlands County, Hillsborough County, Polk County, Citrus County, Sumter County and Hernando County.

All other Florida markets saw a substantial increase in construction, with some as high as thirty percent. We are very enthusiastic about the growth we are seeing in Florida’s residential construction numbers.

Based on this latest quarterly report Florida’s housing market, which was hit hard during the recession, is flourishing once again.

These complimentary construction stats are provided from the building permit data collected by the staff of HBW, Inc. More detailed information can be obtained from the HBW, Inc. sales staff.

Alabama Expansion – Constructions Industry News by HBW Inc.

Posted on August 29, 2013 by hbwblog

HBW is expanding!!

At HBW, we take pride in delivering timely, accurate and complete building permit data to the construction industry. Our mission is to always provide the best and most accurate service to our customers and listen to their needs.

Photo via Birmingham News

We are excited to start our expansion project by announcing the addition of the Birmingham Metro area which includes Jefferson & Tuscaloosa Counties!

Call toll free at 877-332-1411 or email us at info@hbweekly.com today for our special introductory rates but make sure to hurry, these rates won’t last long.

This is only the beginning!! HBW will continue to expand throughout the year. Stay tuned for more announcements coming soon!

Construction Trends Georgia Market: 2nd Quarter 2013

Posted on August 20, 2013 by hbwblog

We have seen tremendous growth in the Georgia market this quarter. Residential construction numbers have risen by over a thousand, that’s a thirty-three percent increase over the previous quarter. We are excited to see that Georgia’s upward trend is still going strong.

As you can see as the below infographics showcase, these New Residential Construction Market Trends Reports summarize residential new building permits issued for the Atlanta Metro, Georgia market.

The counties that this market reports cover include: Banks County, Bartow County, Carroll County, Cherokee County, Clarke County, Clayton County, Cobb County, Coweta County, Dawson County, DeKalb County, Douglas County, Fayette County, Fulton County, Gwinnett County, Hall County, Henry County, Jackson County, Newton County, Oconee County, Paulding County, Rockdale County, and Walton County.

These complimentary construction stats are provided from the building permit data collected by the staff of HBW, Inc. More detailed information can be obtained from the HBW, Inc. sales staff.

Don’t Miss an Opportunity!

Posted on April 16, 2013 by hbwblog

Why use HBW? Not only does HBW Weekly offer the most comprehensive and accurate reports in the marketplace, but the ease of use along with friendly customer service makes the experience unparalled.

Don’t just take our word for it, let our Texas Account Manager, John Enyouf give you the scoop on why you can’t miss the opportunity nor another lead and potential customer

Construction Market Trends: 1st Quarter 2013

Posted on April 15, 2013 by hbwblog

New residential construction is truly on the up and up in Florida and Georgia closing out the 2013 first quarter.

This is testament to the housing market turning the corner for the best especially in Florida who get hit hard during the recession’s peak.

Based on our latest quarterly report, we are excited and enthusiastic for the numbers of increased residential construction we are seeing in both Florida and Georgia.

In the Alabama market, we saw a very minimal dip in construction. The slight decrease is still optimistic for the overall market. Georgia is looking great with a substancial increase in construction, while the entire Texas market is on a turn down, yet numbers are steady and still range a comparison to 2012’s 2nd and 3rd quarter numbers.

What’s happening in your market? Do you see new construction popping up everywhere? We want to hear from you!

Need Help with Your HBW Reports?

Posted on April 15, 2013 by hbwblog

Attention HBW subscribers: if you are having any issues with your reports we are here to help! Our new HBW Support Page at HBWeekly.com gives you the ability to express your issues and submit them to the HBW Support personnel. Please fill out the form and it will go directly to our editorial department and office manager making sure we have accountability of your issue and that it will be resolved in a timely manner.

Visit: http://www.hbweekly.com/support.html

HBWeekly HOT Offerings Spring 2013

Posted on April 1, 2013 by hbwblog

Spring is finally here and with Spring comes the avalanche of new residential and commercial projects up for grabs.

New Commercial and Residential Construction

Photos via: Centex Capital & The Wall Street Journal

To kick off the Spring season, HBW is offering a bonus month to any new subscriptions before May 1^st. That means 13 months instead 12 months of service!

For over 20 years, HBW has been committed to providing the most timely, accurate, and complete construction permit lead data in the industry. As a thank you to our past, current, and future cutomers, last year we added a robust Cloud Search Feature that comes complimentary with all weekly report subscriptions.

Imagine being able to build your own custom lead reports, tailored to your needs. Only need new residential projects with a construction value of $500,000 Plus? No problem, login into the Cloud Search, input your parameters, and then export to PDF, Excel or CSV! Our subscribers still have the option of also receiving an emailed full report in PDF or Excel, as well as we have an FTP Download site for those who have trouble receiving emails.

U.S. Housing Market on the Rebound

Posted on March 30, 2013 by hbwblog

When the housing market starts booming it has a definite ripple effect. Industries all around reap the benefits. According to a recent article on Bloomberg.com, all around gains in U.S. housing permits across the country signal a rebound in the housing market.

Photo via: Housing Chronicles

We are extremely thrilled to hear of this great news. The facts are in. According to the US Commerce Department, they reported on March 19, 2013 in Washington, permits (NHSPATOT) rose 4.6 percent to a 946,000 rate, the most since June 2008.

We are looking forward to a trickle down effect in the Texas, Georgia, Alabama and Florida markets as well. The outlook is good, even industry leaders are confident:

“We’re optimistic about the housing recovery,” said Anika Khan, a senior economist at Wells Fargo Securities LLC in Charlotte, North Carolina, a subsidiary of the largest U.S. mortgage lender and the second-best housing starts forecaster over the past two years, according to data compiled by Bloomberg. “We’ll continue to see construction pick up. Housing continues to be a bright spot for the economy.”

Photo via CNN Money

When Residential construction gains it fuels home improvement, appliance makers such as Whirlpool Corp (WHR). to retailers such as Lowe’s Cos. (LOW) and Home Depot Inc. (HD)

The housing turnaround is starting to show in Mooresville, North Carolina as their local Lowe’s is hiring 9,000 permanent part-time workers this year as it sells more appliances and bathroom fixtures.

What turnarounds have you seen in your market? We want to know! Comment below!