3D printing applications have the potential to be a game changer in the design and construction of buildings.
New housing starts on the up
March 18, 2016 by
Housing inventories across the country could soon come under relief, with builders at last moving to meet the pent up demand in many markets.
Building permit delays set to push up new housing costs
March 8, 2016 by
Construction projects across the nation are facing delays due to local authorities inability to award building permits in a timely fashion, builders say.
The impact of immigrants on U.S. housing markets
February 22, 2016 by
No matter what your stance is on immigration to the United States, there’s no doubt the flow of people is having a big impact on the nation’s housing markets.
Buy Your Own or Build Your Own? A Look at Commissioning Versus Buying a Pre-built Home
February 5, 2016 by
Pre-built homes have several advantages over commissioned ones such as there being less time needed to move into them and the cost of materials is often far cheaper since they are bought in bulk
Skilled labor shortage hampers construction industry
February 4, 2016 by
Skilled labor continues to be an issue. The labor shortage is causing some contractors to turn down work or be very selective about the projects they pursue.
DR Horton benefits from focus on entry-level homes
January 28, 2016 by
Construction firm DR Horton is bucking the trend among property developers by focusing on building cheaper homes targeted at first time buyers, and the strategy seems to be working.
B4 Consulting launches new mobility app for construction firms
January 26, 2016 by
Construction industry consulting specialists B4 Consulting has just launched a new “Mobility for Construction” app for general contractors, self-perform and specialty trade firms.
NAHB: The stage is set for growth in new home sector
January 22, 2016 by
The last year ended very positively for the new home market, ending up with 10.8 percent more home starts year-over-year compared to December 2014, leaving us with optimism for the year to come.
Construction of churches set to pick up pace
November 4, 2015 by
The construction of religious buildings has taken a turn for the worse over the last decade or so, but things could well be turning around, if an article in The Wall Street Journal is to be believed.
