Choosing the right HVAC system is one of the most consequential decisions in residential construction, given that heating and cooling account for 40 to 50 percent of a home’s total energy consumption. With the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency reporting that four in ten homes are built with improper HVAC setups, builders and homeowners are exploring […]
When it comes to kitchen and bath renovations, few updates deliver as much visual impact for as little cost as replacing cabinet knobs and pulls. Professional builders and remodelers know that switching out standard cabinet hardware is one of the quickest ways to refresh a space without tearing out cabinetry. With homeowners increasingly looking for
Home buyers are increasingly asking for homes that actively support their health and well-being. Wellness design has moved from a niche interest to a mainstream expectation in residential construction. Before the pandemic, it was already gaining traction as an offshoot of the green building movement. Today, it is a defining feature of modern home construction.
Lighting is one of the most impactful elements in residential construction, yet it is often treated as an afterthought. Well-planned residential lighting design does more than illuminate a room; it shapes how spaces feel, functions, and support daily life. For home builders and contractors, understanding the principles of modern lighting can elevate a project from
The Pacific region of the United States, encompassing Alaska, California, Hawaii, Oregon, and Washington, represents one of the most dynamic and competitive housing markets in the country. According to the 2019 Professional Builder Housing Giants Report, the top home builders in this region closed tens of thousands of new homes in 2018, with lessons from
An analysis of the top home builders in the East North Central region from the 2019 Housing Giants report reveals how PulteGroup, M/I Homes, Lennar, and others achieved market leadership through geographic strategy, operational scale, and market focus.
The 2019 Housing Giants Report from Professional Builder ranked the top 50 single-family detached home builders in the United States, led by industry heavyweights D.R. Horton with 47,208 closings, Lennar at 36,629, and PulteGroup at 19,659. These numbers represent far more than bragging rights. They reveal patterns in how multi-market home builders succeed by combining
The construction industry remains reluctant to adopt information technology, hindering productivity and efficiency. Explore the barriers to digital transformation in home building and strategies for builders ready to close the technology gap.
A properly installed under-slab vapor barrier is one of the most critical components in residential concrete foundation construction. Without adequate protection between the concrete slab and the ground beneath, moisture migrates upward through the concrete, leading to flooring failures, mold growth, indoor air quality problems, and long-term structural concerns. Builders who prioritize vapor barrier specification
Learn how home builders can evaluate new construction technology with a practical framework, avoid hype traps, and make smart timing decisions about digital tools and systems.
