Business Support During the Coronavirus Pandemic

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The coronavirus pandemic has gripped our country and the entire globe like nothing we have experienced before.  It seems as if everything is in constant flux – statistics, statewide and citywide regulations and related reports are changing on a daily basis, and the uncertainty is hitting everyone at home and at work.

If you are in a state that is not under a lockdown, you may still be able to operate your business under this “new normal”.  And while the new normal certainly poses more limitations and obstacles than our previous “normal”, it is not impossible to keep your business going and your teams productive.  The current situation has certainly forced business owners to make tough decisions, as well as alter how and from where they work. Here are a few resources worth reviewing as you begin to put new safety and business support measures in place as a result of COVID-19:

  1. Small Business Loan Resources – The Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security Act (CARES Act) is in place to provide more than $2 trillion in stimulus to the U.S. economy. All small business guidance and loan resources currently offered and listed by the SBA can be found here. There are several programs that are available to assist businesses with funding… The Paycheck Protection Program prioritizes employees of small businesses by authorizing up to $349 billion toward job retention and certain other expenses.  Additionally, small business owners in all U.S. states, Washington D.C., and territories are eligible to apply for an Economic Injury Disaster Loan advance of up to $10,000. To apply for a COVID-19 Economic Injury Disaster Loan, click here.
  2. Use Google to Thrive Online – The coronavirus isn’t just changing the way that we live, where and how we work – It is also changing the way that we communicate with each other and customers. The ability for a business to be accessible (and visible) online has become more important than ever since most people will be limited to their homes, computers and mobile devices for accessing the products and services they need.  Google can be a useful tool to begin building an online presence and help customers find your business through SEO, as well as sell products and services through the Google Merchant Center.  You can create a Google My Business here; if you are already active with Google My Business, make sure your business operations, hours and contact information are up-to-date.  Additionally, if you are looking to begin selling online, be sure to check out the Google Merchant Center to get started with e-commerce.
  3. Use Technology – Working from home is not common in the construction industry for most positions. Even high-level executives are accustomed to being on the move, meeting with clients, presenting proposals and attending meetings – all of which usually require some travel and face-to-face time.  With the current conditions, most team members will not and should not be in the office, let alone on the job site or at a group meeting; such gatherings are simply not possible right now.  At the same time, business and communication must continue while adapting to the new circumstances, and there are myriad of tools and technology that can enable businesses to continue operations while maintaining social distancing.  In addition to using tools like Zoom for group meetings, check out this guide for switching to remote working published by Forbes that can strengthen your team’s communications and data sharing from afar.
  4. Amp Up Communication – Communication is key in all aspects of business operations, but right now, clear and effective communication has never been more important. It is not only vital to the flow of business information, but it is crucial for the safety and health of everyone both in and outside of your business.  Once you have confirmed that your state/county has given the “green light” for performing construction in your area, the next step is to communicate with clients to ensure that they are still allowing visitors and construction teams on their property; inform them of the safety measures you and your crews are taking to keep hands clean and follow social distancing guidelines.  This will also be the time to discuss and identify guidelines for entering (access points) and exiting the property.  Crews will need to be updated regularly and receive training on how to work around the property (and each other), as well as understand safe hand washing and social distancing practices.

While being flexible and adaptable in business is essential right now, more importantly business owners should work to accommodate the needs of their employees.  By openly communicating with staff about the support that is available to them, as well as changes that may be made over the coming weeks, you can provide a sense of stability in an unstable situation.

For more information on construction business and marketing 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 Florida Pool Builders – February 2020

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A review of the leading swimming pool construction companies with new permits on record with HBW during the month of February 2020

As published in our recent review of new swimming pool construction activity in Florida, there were 1,807 swimming pool starts with a total construction value of approximately $92.5 million in the Sunshine State last month.  Today, we are taking a closer look behind those figures to identify the pool contractors that are leading the way and carrying the greatest amount of new swimming pool permits as recorded by HBW.

Based on HBW’s latest swimming pool construction permit reports for February, leading swimming pool contractors varied widely by region, with no one single company dominating new construction statewide.  Here is a closer look at the leading swimming pool contractors in Florida based on the total number of permits pulled for the one-month period:

Southwest

Out of more than 120 active pool builders with new construction on record in the southwestern region of Florida last month, the following ranked as the top five for total new permits:

Builder Total Permits  Average Value
1-Coast to Coast Pools 70  $        40,551.00
2-Aragon Pools & Spas 50  $        33,200.00
3-Pinnacle USA 33  $        42,511.00
4-Waterscapes Pools & Spas 25  $        40,074.00
5-Casa Pools 18  $        38,237.00

 

Tampa

Last month, there were approximately 100 active contractors with swimming pool starts on record with HBW, and the following ranked as the top five for total new permits for the one-month period:

Builder Total Permits  Average Value
1-Olympus Pools 34  $       58,104.00
2-Tampa Bay Pools Inc 21  $       61,800.00
3-Riviera Pools of Tampa 20  $       58,000.00
4-T&D Pool & Spa Construction 17  $       53,900.00
5-Tropical Pools & Pavers 14  $       47,397.00

 

Orlando

In Orlando, there were 90 contractors with new swimming pool construction activity on record with HBW last month, and the following ranked as the top five for total new permits for the one-month period:

Builder Total Permits  Average Value
1-All Seasons 60  $    34,428.00
2-Dreamscapes Pools & Spas 35  $    31,563.00
3-Bobs Pool Service 22  $    27,708.00
4-Atlas Pools of Central Florida 15  $    59,350.00
5-Bob Herrold’s All Seasons Swimming 14  $    52,485.00

 

Southeast

In the southeastern region of Florida, there were approximately 140 active swimming pool contractors 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-Swimming Pool Contractors 30  $        21,946.00
2-A&G Concrete Pools 18  $        52,822.00
3-RHR Pools 16  $        61,531.00
4-Sunsational Pools & Spa 12  $        41,333.00
5-DVR Inc 11  $        66,335.00

 

Jacksonville

There were more than 60 swimming pool contractors in the Jacksonville area with new construction activity on record with HBW last month, and the following ranked as the top five for total new permits for the one-month period:

Builder Total Permits  Average Value
1-Blue Haven Pools 16  $       53,870.00
2-Pools by John Clarkson 12  $       73,732.00
3-Stanley Pools 11  $       56,000.00
4-Kerry Martin Pools 9  $       44,667.00
5-Pools & Spas of Central FL 8  $       30,375.00

 

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.

Florida Swimming Pool Construction Report – February 2020

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A review of the latest construction data based on new swimming pool construction permits on record for Florida during the month of February 2020

Based on the latest reports available from HBW, last month there were 1,807 swimming pool starts with a total construction value of approximately $92.5 million in the Sunshine State.  Out of the five major regions reviewed (Southwest, Tampa, Orlando, Jacksonville, Southeast), the southwestern region ranked #1 for total new permits on record (524 permits), while the Tampa area took top placement for having the highest average value of new pool construction (average value: $56,333).

Here is closer look at the total permits, construction values and top counties for new pool construction in Florida last month:

Southwest

As noted above, Southwest Florida carried the greatest amount of new swimming pool construction in comparison to other regions reviewed, having 524 new permits with a total construction value in excess of $28.5 million on record with HBW last month.  The average value of construction in the southwest landed on the higher end of the spectrum (average value: $54,487) in relation to other Florida regions, and more than half of all new pool construction took place in the counties of Lee (200 permits) and Sarasota (107 permits).

Orlando

Orlando ranked second when looking at new swimming pool construction, as there were more than 370 pool starts with a total construction value of nearly $16.3 million last month.  The average value of new swimming pool construction was lowest in Orlando in comparison to all other regions reviewed (average value: $43,873), and more than half of all new permits originated from two counties: Orange County (131 permits), Osceola County (86 permits).

Southeast

Not far behind Orlando in volume, the southeastern region of Florida had 370 new swimming pool permits with a total construction value of approximately $17.7 million added to the HBW database last month.  The average value of new pool construction was $47,816, and the bulk of construction took place in the counties of Palm Beach (137 permits) and Miami-Dade (84 permits).

Tampa

In Tampa, there were 355 new swimming pool permits with a total construction value of $20 million added to the HBW database for the month of February.  As previously mentioned, the average value of new pool construction was highest in Tampa in comparison to other regions reviewed (average value: $56,333), and more than half of all new construction took place in the counties of Hillsborough (110 permits) and Pasco (77 permits).

Jacksonville

While the Jacksonville area carried the lowest volume of swimming pool starts last month (187 permits, construction value: ~$10M), the average value of new pool construction remained on the higher end of the spectrum (average value: $53,236) in comparison to the rest of Florida.  While most counties reflected some level of new pool construction activity, the bulk of new permits originated from the two counties of St. Johns (74 permits) and Duval (59 permits).

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.

Florida Top Home Builders – February 2020

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A review of Florida home builders leading the state for new residential construction during the month of February 2020

Earlier this week, we reviewed new residential construction permits for Florida and noted that there were 5,665 housing starts with a total construction value in excess of $1.5 million added to the HBW database for Florida during the month of February 2020.  Today, we are breaking down those figures even further to identify the leading home builders throughout the state based on the total number of new residential construction permits on record with HBW for the one-month period.

As per usual, mega builders D.R. Horton and Lennar Homes dominated the new home construction market last month, having 784 and 687 new permits on record respectively.  Both builders ranked in the top two spots of each region, with the exception of the southeast where GL Building Corp took the lead.

Here is a closer look at the leading home builders in Florida last month, by region:

Southwest

In the southwestern region of the Sunshine State, there were 240 home builders with housing starts on record with HBW last month, and the following ranked as the top five for total new residential construction permits for the one-month period:

Builder Total Permits
1-D.R. Horton 162
2-Lennar Homes 155
3-Pulte Homes 118
4-Neal Communities of SW FL 58
5-Mattamy Homes 49

 

Tampa

Last month, there were nearly 210 active home builders with new construction activity on file with HBW in the Tampa area, and the following ranked as the top five for total new permits on record for the one-month period:

Builder Total Permits
1-Lennar Homes 255
2-D.R. Horton 248
3-The Villages of Lake Sumter 118
4-Pulte Homes 105
5-Highland Homes 51

 

Orlando

In Orlando, there were approximately 180 home builders with new residential construction activity on record with HBW, and the following ranked as the top five for total new permits for the month of February:

Builder Total Permits
1-D.R. Horton 220
2-Lennar Homes 78
3-Taylor Morrison 45
4-Pulte Homes 40
5-M/I Homes 36

 

Southeast

In the southeastern region of Florida, there were 160 home builders with new residential construction permits on record with HBW last month, and the following ranked as the top five for total new permits for the one-month period:

Builder Total Permits
1-GL Building Corp 109
2-Lennar Homes 84
3-Pulte Homes 43
4-Holiday Builders 25
5-GHO Homes 24

 

Jacksonville

Last month, there were more than 140 active home builders in the Jacksonville area, and the following ranked as the top five for total new residential construction permits on record with HBW for the one-month period:

Builder Total Permits
1-D.R. Horton 154
2-Lennar Homes 115
3-Dream Finders Home 50
4-KB Homes 42
5-American Classic Homes 41

 

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.

Florida Residential Construction Review – February 2020

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A review of the latest permit data for new residential construction in Florida during the month of February 2020

Last month, there were 5,665 housing starts with a total construction value in excess of $1.5 million added to the HBW database for Florida, reflecting a 4 percent month-over-month decrease in new home construction.  Out of the five major regions reviewed (Southwest, Southeast, Tampa, Orlando, Jacksonville), Tampa held the highest concentration of new residential construction permits (1,690 permits), and Orlando carried the highest average value of new home construction (average value: $313,108).

Here is a closer look at the total housing starts, average construction value and leading counties for new home construction in Florida’s five major regions:

Tampa

Tampa ranked #1 in Florida for new home construction last month as there were 1,690 housing starts with a total construction value of nearly $485 million.  The average value of construction was $286,782, and more than half of all new permits originated from the counties of Hillsborough (479 permits) and Pasco (434 permits).

Southwest

In the southwestern region of the state, there were 1,335 housing starts with a total construction value in excess of $314 million last month.  The average value of new home construction landed on the lower end of the spectrum (average value: $235,265) in comparison to other Florida regions reviewed, and the county with the highest concentration of new home construction activity for the one-month period was Lee with 439 new residential construction permits.

Orlando

The Orlando area ranked #3 for new home construction, having approximately 1,085 housing starts with a total construction value in excess of $339 million last month.  The average value of new home construction was highest in Orlando (average value: $313,108) in comparison to other Florida regions reviewed, and nearly half of all new residential construction permits originated from the counties of Lake (267 permits) and Orange (261 permits).

Jacksonville

Last month, there were more than 890 housing starts with a total construction value of nearly $203.5 million in the Jacksonville area.  The average value of construction was lowest in Jacksonville (average value: $228,234) in comparison to other Florida regions reviewed, and the county with the highest concentration of new home construction activity was Duval County (382 permits).

Southeast

During the month of February, the southeastern region of Florida carried the lowest amount of new home construction activity in comparison to other Florida regions reviewed; during the one-month period, there were 665 housing starts with a total construction value in excess of $204 million; the average value of new home construction landed on the higher end of the spectrum (average value: $307,269), and the county with the highest concentration of new residential construction permits was St. Lucie County (240 permits).

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.

Texas Top Pool Builders – February 2020

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A review of the leading contractors for new swimming pool construction in Texas during the month of February 2020

As posted earlier this week, there were more than 600 new swimming pool permits with a total construction value of approximately $32 million added to the HBW database for Texas during the month of February 2020.  While the previous report reviewed the total permits and leading counties within each of four major metro areas of Texas (Dallas, Houston, Austin, San Antonio), this report is focused on the swimming pool contractors that are driving new projects/permits in each area.

While leading pool builders vary widely by area, there were a couple of companies that placed on the leaderboard in more than one metro area.  For example, Cody Pools ranked in the top three in both Austin and San Antonio, and Anthony Sylvan Pools took top placement in Houston and Austin.

Based on the latest construction data reports from HBW, here is a look at the leading pool builders (by metro area) and the total permits on file for each of them during the month of February 2020:

Dallas

As previously reported, Dallas held the highest concentration of new swimming pool permits last month in comparison to other Texas metro areas reviewed.  Out of the approximately 105 active contractors with new construction activity on record for Dallas last month, the following ranked as the top three for total pool starts:

Builder Total Permits
1-Riverbend Pools 19
2-Puryear Custom Pools 16
3-Gold Medal Pools 13

 

Houston

In the Houston area, there were nearly 130 active pool builders with new swimming pool construction activity on record with HBW last month, and the following ranked as the top three for total new permits for the one-month period:

Builder Total Permits
1-Platinum Pools 22
2-Premier Pools 9
3-Anthony & Sylvan Pools 8

 

Austin

Last month, there were more than 45 pool contractors with new construction activity on record with HBW in the Austin area, and the following ranked as the top three for total new permits:

Builder Total Permits
1-Cody Pools 9
2-Majestic Poolscape 4
3-Anthony & Sylvan Pools 4

 

San Antonio

In San Antonio, there were 22 active pool contractors with new construction activity on record with HBW during the month of February 2020, and the following ranked as the top three for total new permits on file for the one-month period:

Builder Total Permits
1-Keith Zars Pools 15
2-Pool Concepts by Pete Ordaz 5
3-Cody Pools 3

 

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.

Texas Swimming Pool Construction Review – February 2020

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A review of the latest permit data on record with HBW for new swimming pool construction in Texas during the month of February 2020

Last month, there were more than 600 new swimming pool permits with a total construction value of approximately $32 million added to the HBW database for Texas; this figure reflects an 11 percent month-over-month increase in new pool construction across the Lone Star State.

Out of the four major metro areas reviewed (Dallas, Austin, Houston, San Antonio), Dallas (252 permits) carried the greatest amount of new permits for the one-month period, while Houston held the highest average value of new pool construction (average value: $61,732).

Here is a closer look at the total permits, leading counties and average value of new swimming pool construction in each of the four major metro areas of Texas during the month of February 2020:

Dallas

As previously mentioned, Dallas ranked #1 for new swimming pool construction last month, having 252 new permits with a total construction value of nearly $12 million added to the HBW database.  The average value of construction landed mid-range (average value: $47,470) in comparison to other Texas metro areas reviewed, and the counties with the highest concentration of new pool construction activity included Tarrant County (67 permits) and Collin County (65 permits).

Houston

Last month, Houston ranked #2 for new swimming pool construction in Texas, having 222 new permits with a total construction value of $13.7 million on record with HBW.  The average value of construction was highest in Houston (average value: $61,732) in comparison to other metro areas reviewed, and more than half of all new construction took place in Harris County (129 permits).

Austin

In Austin, there were nearly 80 pool starts with a total construction value of approximately $4.9 million last month.  The average value of new pool construction landed on the higher end of the spectrum (average value: $61,353) in comparison to other Texas metro areas, and the majority of all new permits originated from Travis County (64 permits).

San Antonio

During the month of February, San Antonio had the lowest amount of new pool construction activity on record, having 49 new swimming pool permits with a total construction value of $1.5 million for the one-month period.  Additionally, the area carried the lowest average value of construction (average value: $30,602) in comparison to other metro areas reviewed, and nearly all new swimming pool construction permits on record originated from Bexar County (37 permits).

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.

Texas Top Home Builders – February 2020

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A review of residential construction permit data in Texas and the home builders leading the way during the month of February 2020

As published on the blog earlier this week, Texas experienced a 5 percent month-over-month increase in new home construction during the month of February.  While we already reviewed the total amount of permits and counties where new home construction was on a high, today we are looking at the leading home builders behind those figures.

In Houston, Dallas and Austin, two companies continue to lead new residential construction – D.R. Horton and Lennar Homes.  Last month, both mega builders (D.R. Horton and Lennar Homes) took top placement for carrying the greatest volume of housing starts, having 874 and 426 new residential construction permits on record with HBW respectively.  In San Antonio, Continental Homes (50 permits) and Fieldstone Homes (46 permits) ranked as the top builders for the one-month period.

From a regional perspective, leading home builders varied by area last month… The top five home builders in each major Metro Texas area, based on new permits on record with HBW, are as follows:

Houston

Builder Total Permits  Average Value
D.R. Horton 422  $      134,711.00
Lennar Homes 206  $      156,434.00
K Hovnanian Homes 116  $      134,844.00
Pulte Homes 101  $      226,820.00
Perry Homes 80  $      254,528.00

 

Dallas

Builder Total Permits  Average Value
D.R. Horton 347  $      203,678.00
Lennar Homes 127  $      267,311.00
Meritage Homes 82  $      252,946.00
Highland Homes 80  $      317,153.00
Pulte Homes 71  $      206,104.00

 

Austin

Builder Total Permits  Average Value
D.R. Horton 105  $      161,950.00
Lennar Homes 72  $      182,042.00
Pacesetter Homes 55  $      155,082.00
Meritage Homes 54  $      198,823.00
Pulte Homes 53  $      341,045.00

 

San Antonio

Builder Total Permits  Average Value
Continental Homes of TX 50  $  241,239.00
Fieldstone Homes 46  $  250,000.00
KB Homes 41  $  239,589.00
Pulte Homes 34  $  239,050.00
AP Architects 30  $  250,000.00

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.

Texas Home Building Report – February 2020

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A review of the latest residential construction permit data for Texas during the month of February 2020

Texas New Residential Construction Permits by Area – Feb. 2020

It has been a busy month in Texas for new residential construction – During the month of February, the Lone Star State experienced a 5 percent month-over-month increase in new residential construction, resulting in 6,126 new permits with a total construction value of $1.5 billion added to the HBW database.  Out of the four major metro areas reviewed (Dallas, Houston, Austin, San Antonio), Houston held the highest concentration of housing starts (2,461 permits), while the highest average value of construction could be found in Dallas (average value: $271,101).

Here is a closer look at the total residential permits and new home construction activity on record with HBW for the month of February 2020:

Houston

Last month, Houston carried the greatest volume of new home construction in comparison to other Texas metro areas reviewed, having 2,461 new permits with a total construction value of $501.5 million on record.  The average value of new residential construction remained lowest in Houston (average value: $203,783), and the county with the highest concentration of new home construction activity was Harris County (1,062 permits).

Dallas

Not far behind Houston, Dallas ranked #2 for new home construction last month, having 2,240 new permits with a total construction value in excess of $607 million on record with HBW.  The average value of new residential construction projects remained highest in Dallas (average value: $271,101), and more than half of all new home construction originated from Denton County (600 permits) and Tarrant County (594 permits).

Austin

In Austin, there were 907 housing starts with a total construction value of nearly $221 million last month.  The average value of construction in the area (average value: $243,462) landed just above mid-range in comparison to other metro areas reviewed, and more than half of all new home construction took place in Travis County (516 permits).

San Antonio

Last month, there were nearly 520 housing starts with a total construction value in excess of $129 million in the San Antonio area.  The average value of new home construction was $249,097, and the bulk of new residential construction permits originated from Bexar County (374 permits).

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.

Florida Swimming Pool Construction Report – January 2020

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A review of permit data on record with HBW for new swimming pool construction in Florida during the month of January 2020

Last month, there were approximately 1,855 new swimming pool construction permits with a total value in excess of $91 million added to the HBW database for Florida.  Out of the five major regions reviewed (Southwest, Southeast, Tampa, Orlando, Jacksonville), the southwest region ranked #1 for new pool construction, having 604 new permits on record for the one-month period, and Jacksonville took top spot for highest average value of new pool construction (average value: $61,059)

Here is a closer look at the total new permits, construction values and leading Florida counties for new swimming pool construction by region during the month of January 2020:

Southwest

During the month of January, the southwestern region of Florida carried the greatest amount of new swimming pool construction in comparison to other regions reviewed, having nearly 605 pool starts with a total construction value of $28.4 million.  The average value of new swimming pool construction in the area was $47,063, and the county with the highest concentration of new permits on record with HBW was Lee County (220 permits).

Tampa

Tampa ranked #2 for new swimming pool construction last month, having 366 new permits with a total construction value of nearly $19.5 million on record with HBW.  The average value of construction landed mid-range (average value: $53,248) in comparison to other regions reviewed, and the county with the greatest amount of new permits on file for the month was Hillsborough County (116 permits).

Orlando

In line with Tampa’s figures, the Orlando area had 365 pool starts with a total construction value of nearly $18 million last month.  The average value of new pool construction was $49,107, and more than half of all new permits originated from the counties of Osceola (125 permits) and Orange (108 permits).

Southeast

In the southeastern region of Florida, there were 328 pool starts with a total construction value of nearly $13.6 million last month.  The average value of construction was lowest in the southeast (average value: $41,421) in comparison to other areas reviewed, and the county with the greatest concentration of new pool construction was Palm Beach County (131 permits).

Jacksonville

While Jacksonville continues to hold the lowest volume of new swimming pool construction each month, the average value of construction tends to land on the higher end of the spectrum.  Last month, there were more than 190 pool starts with a total construction value of nearly $11.7 million on record for Jacksonville and surrounding areas.  As previously noted, the average value of new swimming pool construction was highest in Jacksonville (average value: $61,059) in comparison to other Florida regions reviewed, and the majority of new construction took place in the counties of St. Johns (97 permits) and Duval (52 permits).

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.