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Texas Top Home Builders – September 2022

Posted on October 12, 2022 by Erika Carruth

A review of the leading residential construction contractors in Texas during the month of September 2022

Last month, there were approximately 5,050 new residential construction permits with a total value of nearly $1.5 billion in the Lone Star State. Out of the four major metropolitan areas reviewed (Dallas, Houston, Austin, San Antonio), Houston carried the highest concentration of new home construction activity (2,142 permits), while the highest average value of new home construction projects could be found in Austin (average value: $333,097).

When taking a closer look at HBW’s monthly construction data reports, several home builders were identified as leading new construction across the state – Based on the total number of new permits on record with HBW for the one-month period, both D.R. Horton and Lennar Homes have a strong presence in the market, having 588 and 525 new permits respectively.

Here is a closer look at the leading home builders in Texas (by area) based on the total number of new residential construction permits added to the HBW database during the month of September 2022:

Houston

Last month, there were more than 2,140 new residential construction permits with a total value in excess of $562 million on record for the Houston area.

Out of more than 305 active contractors with new home construction activity in the Houston area last month, the following ranked as the top five for total new permits:

Builder	Total Permits	Average Value
1-Lennar Homes	244	$ 179,617.00
2-D.R. Horton	216	$ 226,629.00
3-Pulte Homes	123	$ 304,615.00
4-Meritage Homes	83	$ 266,900.00
5-Century Communities	67	$ 187,536.00

Dallas

In the Dallas area, there were 1,630 new residential construction permits with a total value of $495 million added to the HBW database last month.

Out of 215 contractors with new residential construction activity in the area, the following ranked as the top five for total new permits:

Builder	Total Permits	Average Value
1-D.R. Horton	275	$ 167,000.00
2-Lennar Homes	164	$ 188,017.00
3-Meritage Homes	81	$ 312,002.00
4-Bloomfield Homes	68	$ 399,164.00
5-LGI Homes	54	$ 151,879.00

Austin

In the Austin area, there were more than 850 new residential construction permits with a total construction value of nearly $284 million last month.

Out of the more than 125 contractors with new residential construction activity on record for the one-month period, the following ranked as the top five for total new permits:

Builder	Total Permits	Average Value
1-Pulte Homes	101	$ 368,072.00
2-D.R. Horton	96	$ 259,273.00
3-KB Homes	92	$ 262,735.00
4-Lennar Homes	68	$ 219,011.00
5-Taylor Morrison Homes	46	$ 425,840.00

San Antonio

Last month, there were approximately 425 housing starts with a total construction value in excess of $115 million in San Antonio.

Out of 95 home builders with new permits added to the HBW database during the one-month period, the following ranked as the top five for total new permits:

Builder	Total Permits	Average Value
1-Perry Homes	50	$ 261,892.00
2-Lennar Homes	49	$ 201,946.00
3-KB Homes	40	$ 221,257.00
4-Pulte Homes	31	$ 237,097.00
5-M/I Homes	29	$ 235,801.00

To gain more information on the builders, homeowners and permits for the construction activity above, check out HBW for your copy of the latest construction data reports. To gain access to the HBW database and receive custom and detailed reports on the latest residential and commercial building activity in Florida, Georgia, Texas, Alabama, and Oklahoma, please contact HBW for details.

HBW Quarterly Report: Atlanta Residential Construction Q3-2022

Posted on October 7, 2022 by Erika Carruth

A review of permit data for new residential construction in Atlanta from January through September

Based on HBW’s latest Building Activity Trend Report for new residential construction in Metro Atlanta, new home construction activity has declined since last year. Through the third quarter of this year there has been a 20 percent year-over-year decrease in new residential construction, resulting in 18,357 new permits on record with HBW.

Out of the 24 counties that make up the Metro Atlanta area, there were five counties that carried nearly 50 percent of all new residential construction permits; those counties were as follows:

Gwinnett County – While Gwinnett County has experienced a year-over-year decrease of 24 percent in new home construction through Q3-2022, the area still holds the greatest concentration of new residential construction activity (2,674 permits) in comparison to other counties reviewed.

Cherokee County – In Cherokee County, there has been a 10 percent year-over-year increase in new home construction, resulting in more than 2,000 new permits added to the HBW database through the third quarter of this year.

Fulton County – Fulton County ranks third for total new permits on record with HBW through Q3-2022 (1,509 permits), and the area ranks #1 for higher value housing starts, having 383 new permits with construction values in excess of $500k.

Cobb County – Cobb County ranks #4 for new home construction through Q3-2022, having more than 1,250 housing starts on record for the nine-month period.

Forsyth County –Through the third quarter of this year, Forsyth County has experienced a hefty 44 percent year-over-year decrease in new home construction, resulting in approximately 1,105 new residential construction permits.

Although residential construction in the Atlanta area is down overall, there are a few counties where housing starts are soaring in comparison to last year, with year-over-year increases ranging from 4 percent (Fayette County, 573 permits) to 42 percent (Rockdale County, 295 permits). Additionally, there are more than 1,260 new permits with residential construction values in excess of $500k on record through Q3-2022, and more than half of all new “higher value” housing starts originated from the three counties of Fulton (383 permits >$500k), Dekalb (150 permits >$500k), and Hall (116 permits >$500k).

Information utilized for the above listed figures for Metro Atlanta residential construction was directly derived from HBW construction data reports. To gain access to the HBW database and receive custom and detailed reports on the latest residential and commercial building activity in Florida, Georgia, Texas, Alabama, and Oklahoma, please contact HBW for details.

Atlanta Swimming Pool Construction Quarterly Report: Q3-2022

Posted on October 5, 2022 by Erika Carruth

A review of permit data for new swimming pool construction in the Metro Atlanta area from January through September

Through the third quarter of this year, it appears that new swimming pool construction is slowing down in Atlanta. Every year, since 2017, the metro Atlanta area has exhibited a pattern of annual growth in swimming pool construction, but so far this year, that pattern appears to have slowed or taken a slight turn down.

Based on the latest HBW Swimming Pool Construction Activity Trend Reports for Metro Atlanta, there has been a 10 percent year-over-year decrease in new swimming pool construction (thru Q3), resulting in approximately 3,160 new permits on record through the third quarter of this year.

Out of the 24 counties that make up the metro Atlanta area, the following carried the greatest concentration of new swimming pool construction activity for the 9-month period:

Fulton County (626 permits)
Cobb County (336 permits)
Gwinnett County (270 permits)
Forsyth County (243 permits)
Cherokee County (242 permits)

Although the metro Atlanta area’s new pool construction figures are on a low through the third quarter, there are a few areas that appear to be holding steady or have demonstrated some notable growth. In Coweta County, there has been a 5 percent year-over-year increase in new pool construction (thru Q3), resulting in nearly 210 new permits on record with HBW. In Walton County, new pool construction figures are climbing as there has been an 11 percent year-over-year increase in new permits, resulting in 127 new permits through Q3. And in Henry County, there has been a 29 percent year-over-year increase in new swimming pool construction, resulting in approximately 165 new permits on record with HBW.

Information utilized for the above listed figures for Metro Atlanta swimming pool construction was directly derived from HBW construction data reports. To gain access to the HBW database and receive custom and detailed reports on the latest residential and commercial building activity in Florida, Georgia, Texas, Alabama, and Oklahoma, please contact HBW for details.

Severe Weather Tips for Businesses

Posted on September 30, 2022 by Erika Carruth

As most of us are aware, Hurricane Season runs from June 1st to November 30th each year. This means that we are now more than halfway through the season, and for Florida, Hurricane Ian has reminded all of us how powerful and destructive these storms can be. As I write this, in the wake of Hurricane Ian, more than 1.9 million homes and businesses in Florida are still without power; that is down from more than 3.5 million power customers affected by Ian since it hit Florida’s West Coast on Wednesday.

Beyond power loss, the widespread destruction to homes and properties, as well as unfathomable flooding (700+ water rescues so far), will require a long and heavy recovery process. On top of that, a resurgent Hurricane Ian is currently making a second landfall in South Carolina, where power outages were starting to grow as the storm approached.

And while many construction industry professionals will be carrying a heavy load of responsibility in this recovery process, it is important to not lose sight on how preparation can better position all of us for these extreme weather events. As a construction industry professional, weather conditions hold significant importance to your job sites, crews, and clients, even more so than other industries. Safety and communication are crucial in managing clients’ expectations and employees. For this reason, it is prudent to be ahead of the weather by reviewing your safety plan and implementing some basic guidelines:

Prepare Clients – When executing a contract, it is best practice to have a clause covering the possibility of delays due to natural forces and unforeseen circumstances. Although it may be in the fine print, it is crucial that you make sure your clients understand the potential implications of severe weather conditions on the project and construction timeline. Managing expectations is paramount in maintaining a quality and long-term relationship with your clients. Be upfront and direct about the possibility of delays due to weather while communicating your plans and intentions for following through on the original and proposed timeline. Such delays will also directly impact other outstanding projects, so balance your schedule and communicate realistic expectations with all clients who may be affected.

Once the storm has passed, have project managers touch base with clients of open projects. Don’t wait for damage to be reported to you. When it’s safe, work to get your teams on your job sites to assess and document damage (if any) and report back as soon as possible. Additionally, you can keep your clients’ minds at ease by communicating what you will be doing and keeping them informed with status updates.

Prepare Crews – If you don’t already have a weather safety plan and guidelines for your crews in place, creating a plan should be a priority. In addition to foremen and crews demonstrating a clear understanding of all safety regulations and equipment, job sites should be properly outfitted with safety instructions, tools, and gear. Provide crews with a checklist for securing the site in the case of severe weather. Take time each year to review your plan for applicability and effectiveness. Consider adding additional training or tools. With September being National Preparedness Month, Ready.gov has many resources you can use to create or revise your current Disaster Plan, as well as tools for preparing and recovering from flooding and hurricane damage.

Prepare Office – Beyond securing property, technology, and equipment, your office will benefit from a proper plan for managing employee communication, evacuations, office equipment and more. You will want to assess all possible hazards that exist and could potentially have an impact on operations. Designate lead points of contact for every department early in the process, along with proper distribution of an emergency call tree.

Once the storm has passed, have the department leaders check in with all employees on their safety, as well as their ability to return to the office. Be clear about office hours, the status of your job sites and facilities, as well as any support your company may be providing for employees during recovery.

Being ready for severe weather is more than safety kits, canned food, water, and flashlights. For construction business owners, there are various levels of liability, extending from the job site to the office. By having a comprehensive plan in place, you can provide a sense of security for employees and clients during the uncertain and stressful conditions resulting from extreme weather events.

For more information on construction industry trends and business tips, stay connected with the HBW Blog. To get ahead of construction activity and gain access to the latest permitting data in Florida, Texas, Georgia, Alabama and Oklahoma, contact HBW for more information on construction data reports and industry leads.

Top Pool Builders in Florida – August 2022

Posted on September 28, 2022 by Erika Carruth

A review of leading swimming pool contractors in Florida during the month of August

If you have been keeping up with the HBW blog, then you are already aware of the latest statistics on Florida’s swimming pool construction last month. In our most recent post, the southwestern region of Florida was in the spotlight, as approximately 35 percent of all new swimming pool construction took place there during the month of August. When looking at the Sunshine State overall, there were nearly 3,250 new swimming pool permits with a total construction value of approximately $225 million last month.

When it comes to swimming pool contractors, the leaderboard widely varies by region. For this reason, here is a summary of the leading pool builders, by Florida region, for the month of August 2022:

Southwest

As previously mentioned, Southwest Florida ranked #1 for new swimming pool construction last month, having nearly 1,125 new swimming pool permits with a total construction value of approximately $75.2 million.

Out of the nearly 210 swimming pool contractors on record for the month, the following ranked as the top five for total new permits:

Builder	Total Permits
1-Aragon Pools & Spas	54
2-Pinnacle USA	46
3-Artesian Pool Construction	45
4-Coast to Coast Pools	43
5-Trusted Pool & Spa	39

Southeast

In the southeastern region of Florida, there were 718 new pool permits with a total construction value of nearly $47 million on record for the month of August.

Out of nearly 250 pool contractors with new construction activity in the area last month, the following ranked as the top five for total new permits:

Builder	Total Permits
1-A&G Concrete Pools	34
2-Van Kirk Construction	30
3-Pools by Greg	19
4-Sunsational Pools & Spa	18
5-Apex Pavers & Pools	17

Tampa

In Tampa, there were 660 new swimming pool construction permits with a total value of nearly $50 million last month.

Out of the 170 pool builders with new construction activity on record in the area last month, the following ranked as the top five for total new permits for the one-month period:

Builder	Total Permits
1-Bob’s Pool Service	54
2-Challenger Pools	52
3-Central Florida Pools	26
4-Gulfstream Pools & Spas	20
5-Modern Pools	17

Orlando

Last month, the Orlando area had more than 475 new swimming pool permits with a total construction value of nearly $30.2 million on record with HBW.

Out of more than 110 pool contractors with new construction on record for the month, the following ranked as the top five for total new permits:

Builder	Total Permits
1-Dreamscapes Pools & Spas	44
2-American Pools & Spas	31
3-All Seasons	27
4-Martin Pools	19
5-Bob’s Pool Service	19

Jacksonville

Finally, in Jacksonville there were nearly 270 new swimming pool permits with a total construction value of more than $22.3 million last month.

Out of approximately 80 pool contractors with new construction activity on record in the region last month, the following ranked as the top five for total new permits:

Builder	Total Permits
1-Agua Pools & Spas	28
2-Blue Haven Pools	15
3-Pools by John Clarkson	13
4-Island Pools	12
5-Waldhauer & Son	12

Southwest Florida Leads New Swimming Pool Construction in August

Posted on September 23, 2022 by Erika Carruth

A review of the latest permit data for new swimming pool construction in Southwest Florida during the month of August 2022

When reviewing the latest construction permitting data available from the HBW database, we found nearly 3,250 new swimming pool permits in Florida for the month of August. Based on HBW’s construction data reports, last month appears to be the strongest summer month for swimming pool construction this year, with June and July having 2,430 and 2,460 new permits on record respectively.

Out of the five regions (Tampa, Southwest, Southeast, Orlando, Jacksonville) that make up the Sunshine State, there is one region that has been consistently holding its lead in new pool construction month after month, and that region is the Southwest.

In August, approximately 35 percent of all new swimming pool construction in Florida originated from the southwestern region – Last month, there were nearly 1,125 new swimming pool permits with a total construction value of approximately $75.2 million. The average value of construction landed on the lower range in comparison to other major regions reviewed, coming in at $66,897 for the one-month period.

When looking at figures from a countywide perspective, more than 80 percent of all new swimming pool construction in the Southwest took place in Lee County (430 permits), Manatee County (248 permits) and Collier County (229 permits), where the average value of new construction ranged from a low of $62,319 (Lee County) to a high of $71,676 (Collier County).

Last month, there were nearly 210 swimming pool contractors with new permits on record with HBW in the southwestern region. When looking at the contractors with the greatest total amount of new permits on record for the one-month period, the following ranked as the top five for total new permits:

Builder	Total Permits	Average Value
1-Aragon Pools & Spas	54	$ 32,778.00
2-Pinnacle USA	46	$ 58,804.00
3-Artesian Pool Construction	45	$ 64,486.00
4-Coast to Coast Pools	43	$ 46,175.00
5-Trusted Pool & Spa	39	$ 73,367.00

Florida Top Home Builders – August 2022

Posted on September 21, 2022 by Erika Carruth

A list of the top home builders in Florida during the month of August

Last week, we reviewed new residential construction permit data for the Sunshine State during the month of August, at which time we reported just over 9,000 new residential construction permits on record with HBW for the one-month period. This week, we are taking a closer look at the leading home builders driving new construction figures across the state.

Across the five major regions reviewed (Tampa, Southwest, Orlando, Southeast, Jacksonville), Lennar Homes and D.R. Horton led the market, having 1,141 and 925 new residential construction permits on record for the one-month period respectively. Combined, they carried approximately 23 percent of all new home construction activity statewide for the month.

Here is a closer look at leading contractors by Florida region, as based on total new residential construction permits on record with HBW for the month of August 2022:

Tampa

Out of the nearly 270 active contractors with new permits on record in the Tampa area last month, the following ranked as the top five for total new permits:

Builder	Total Permits	Average Value
1-Lennar Homes	314	$ 292,918.00
2-D.R. Horton	275	$ 243,172.00
3-The Villages of Lake Sumter	158	$ 311,285.00
4-Pulte Homes	145	$ 243,147.00
5-Taylor Morrison	84	$ 388,265.00

Southwest

Last month, there were approximately 455 contractors with residential construction permits on record with HBW in the southwestern region of Florida, and the following ranked as top five for the greatest number of new permits:

Builder	Total Permits	Average Value
1-Lennar Homes	280	$ 148,762.00
2-Pulte Homes	214	$ 221,898.00
3-Taylor Morrison	153	$ 192,124.00
4-Neal Communities of SW FL	121	$ 306,108.00
5-D.R. Horton	107	$ 234,124.00

Orlando

Out of approximately 220 contractors with new residential construction activity on record in the Orlando area last month, the following ranked as the top five for total new permits:

Builder	Total Permits	Average Value
1-Lennar Homes	253	$ 187,014.00
2-D.R. Horton	241	$ 301,564.00
3-Pulte Homes	124	$ 328,881.00
4-Dream Finders Homes	85	$ 314,320.00
5-M/I Homes	56	$ 294,399.00

Southeast

In the southeastern region of the state, there were 170 active home builders with new construction activity on record last month, and the following ranked as the top five for total new permits:

Builder	Total Permits	Average Value
1-Lennar Homes	215	$ 255,297.00
2-D.R. Horton	100	$ 181,162.00
3-Pulte Homes	70	$ 379,597.00
4-Gl Building Corporation	64	$ 355,384.00
5-Ryan Homes	55	$ 239,279.00

Jacksonville

Last month, there were more than 165 home builders with new construction activity on record in the Jacksonville area, and the following ranked as the top five for total new permits:

Builder	Total Permits	Average Value
1-D.R. Horton	202	$ 210,888.00
2-KB Homes	131	$ 126,958.00
3-Dream Finders Construction	129	$ 241,444.00
4-American Classic Homes	120	$ 85,000.00
5-Mattamy Homes	113	$ 178,494.00

Florida New Home Construction Report – August 2022

Posted on September 16, 2022 by Erika Carruth

An overview of permit data for new residential construction in Florida during the month of August

Last month, there were just over 9,000 new residential construction permits with a total value in excess of $2.7 billion added to the HBW database for Florida; this reflects approximately a 20 percent month-over-month increase in new home construction activity.

Top Markets

Out of the five regions reviewed (Southwest, Tampa, Orlando, Jacksonville, Southeast), nearly 54 percent of all new home construction activity originated from the Southwest and Tampa areas last month where there were 2,495 and 2,351 new permits respectively. In addition to the Southwest and Tampa areas, higher levels of new residential construction activity could also be found in Orlando (1,674 permits), as well as Jacksonville (1,458 permits).

Leading Counties

Out of the five regions reviewed last month, there were several counties that carried higher levels of new residential construction activity; those counties include Lee County (963 permits) in the southwestern portion of the state, and Pasco County (664 permits) and Polk County (600 permits) in the Tampa area. Additionally, Duval County (Jacksonville) and Orange County (Orlando) exhibited greater concentrations of new home construction in comparison to other counties reviewed as there were 535 and 488 new permits on record for the one-month period respectively.

Average Value of Construction

During the month of August, the average value of new home construction across the Sunshine State ranged from a low of $244,461 (Jacksonville) to a high of $346,980 (Southeast). Here is a look at the average value of new home construction statewide during the month of August:

HBW Report: Top Texas Home Builders – August 2022

Posted on September 14, 2022 by Erika Carruth

A review of leading residential construction contractors in Texas during the month of August

Last week, we used HBW construction data reports to review the latest permit data for new residential construction in Texas; based on the latest reports, there were 7,515 new permits with a total value in excess of $2 billion added to the HBW database during the month of August.

As noted in the earlier post, there were hundreds of home builders with new permits on record last month, and D.R. Horton and Lennar Homes continued to hold major power in the market, having 1,139 and 696 new permits on record respectively. Other leading contractors with higher concentrations of new permitting activity throughout the state included KB Homes (239 permits) and Pulte Homes (253 permits).

Here is a closer look at the top five home builders in each major metro area of Texas, based on the total number of new permits added to the HBW database last month:

Houston

Last month, there were approximately 340 home builders with new permits on record in the Houston area, and the following ranked as the top five total new permits:

Builder	Total Permits	Average Value
1-D.R. Horton	483	$ 129,812.00
2-Camillo Properties	190	$ 147,790.00
3-Lennar Homes	188	$ 195,503.00
4-Meritage Homes	124	$ 248,597.00
5-Wan Pacific Real Estate Development	117	$ 165,044.00

Dallas

In Dallas, there were more than 290 contractors with new residential construction activity on record with HBW last month, and the following ranked as the top five for total new permits:

Builder	Total Permits	Average Value
1-D.R. Horton	555	$ 179,430.00
2-Lennar Homes	232	$ 202,318.00
3-Trophy Signature Homes	111	$ 274,016.00
4-Bloomfield Homes	97	$ 405,235.00
5-Meritage Homes	92	$ 267,425.00

Austin

Last month, there were nearly 125 home builders with new construction activity on record in the Austin area, and the following ranked as the top five for total new permits for the one-month period:

Builder	Total Permits	Average Value
1-Lennar Homes	150	$ 154,390.00
2-KB Homes	147	$ 253,606.00
3-D.R. Horton	99	$ 200,416.00
4-Taylor Morrison Homes	79	$ 365,183.00
5-David Weekley Homes	64	$ 436,978.00

San Antonio

In San Antonio, there were nearly 120 contractors with new residential construction activity on record last month, and the following ranked as the top five for total new permits:

Builder	Total Permits	Average Value
1-Lennar Homes	126	$ 174,315.00
2-KB Homes	55	$ 254,109.00
3-Pulte Homes	52	$ 241,012.00
4-M/I Homes	51	$ 237,283.00
5-LGI Homes	30	$ 202,760.00

Texas Residential Construction Report – August 2022

Posted on September 9, 2022 by Erika Carruth

An overview of the latest permit data for new residential construction in Texas during the month of August

The latest construction data reports for new home construction in Texas are posted and available through HBW. Based on those reports, there were 7,515 new residential construction permits with a total value in excess of $2 billion added to the HBW database last month for the Lone Star State (Houston, Dallas, Austin, San Antonio); this reflects a 33 percent month-over-month increase in new residential construction.

Out of the four metro areas reviewed, the area with the greatest amount of new construction activity was Houston; with 3,070 new permits on record and a total construction value of nearly $734 million, Houston has demonstrated a month-over-month increase in new home construction of approximately 42 percent.

Not far behind Houston, Dallas ranked second highest for new home construction activity, having 2,704 new permits on record for the one-month period, followed by Austin (1,043 permits) and San Antonio (698 permits).

When looking at the average value of new home construction, Austin has continued its somewhat recent lead as it held an average value of more than $333k for new residential construction, followed by Dallas with an average construction value of approximately $287k.

Out of the hundreds of active home builders with new permits on record with HBW last month, D.R. Horton and Lennar Homes continued to hold major power in the market, having 1,139 and 696 new permits on record respectively. Other top home builders with higher concentrations of new permitting activity throughout the state include KB Homes (239 permits) and Pulte Homes (253 permits).