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There are very effective strategies for building reliable structures in expansive soil zones.

3 strategies for building on bentonite

March 21, 2019March 21, 2019 Jon Williams 18 Views 0 Comments

There are very effective strategies for building reliable structures in expansive soil zones.

Business Management Industry and Economy Insurance and Risk Management Technology

Lennar partners with Bay Area ‘insurtech’ firm

March 21, 2019 Danielle Andrus 42 Views 0 Comments contech

Changes at Lennar highlight the myriad ways technology impacts the building industry.

Research shows global market for artificial intelligence in construction will grow by 28% annually over the next five years.

Technology

Strong growth predicted for AI, smart devices in construction

March 21, 2019March 21, 2019 Danielle Andrus 25 Views 0 Comments contech

Research shows global market for artificial intelligence in construction will grow by 28% annually over the next five years.

The Home Builders Foundation held a dedication ceremony in February to celebrate a new ramp and bathroom remodel for 13-year-old Josh. (Photo: HBF)

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HBF brings together industry partners on Parker renovations

February 26, 2019 Danielle Andrus 199 Views 1 Comment accessibility

Joshua Brummett faced early challenges. Born at just 28 weeks, he spent four months on and off life support in

Challenges and opportunities abound for builders. (Photo: Daniil Peshkov, Dreamstime)

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‘Confusing’ housing market drives focus on affordability, home functionality

February 11, 2019February 28, 2019 Danielle Andrus 188 Views 0 Comments

The building industry is experiencing a period of myriad opportunities and challenges, making it hard to pin down one overwhelming

CertainTeed expanded its vinyl siding offerings with new colors, such as Melrose, shown here. (Photo: CertainTeed)

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CertainTeed vinyl siding: Product update

February 7, 2019February 7, 2019 Danielle Andrus 277 Views 0 Comments siding

CertainTeed has expanded its product offering with new colors in four of its vinyl siding lines and two soffits, the

(Photo: Honda Power Equipment)

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Honda expands V-twin engine lineup

February 6, 2019 Danielle Andrus 137 Views 0 Comments

Honda Power Equipment recently announced new additions to its line of commercial engines for construction and lawn care companies. The

Homeowners can claim up to $5,000 on state income taxes to offset the cost of home modifications. (Photo: Andrii Yalanskyi, Dreamstime)

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Colorado launches tax credit program for accessibility upgrades

January 30, 2019January 30, 2019 Danielle Andrus 297 Views 0 Comments accessibility, ada, aging in place, taxes, universal design

Homeowners or residents with up to $150,000 adjusted family income can claim the cost of updates up to $5,000 on

We’ve all heard about the breaking slabs, cracking foundations and even the splitting apart of entire houses caused by expanding and shifting soils.

Build Business Management Insurance and Risk Management Legislation and Regulation

The legal woes and (whoas) of expansive soil

December 21, 2018March 21, 2019 Jon Williams 7 Views 0 Comments

We’ve all heard about the breaking slabs, cracking foundations and even the splitting apart of entire houses caused by expanding

Harvard index estimates remodeling will slow next year. (Photo: Emrah Avci, Dreamstime)

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Slower remodeling growth expected in 2019

December 10, 2018 Danielle Andrus 266 Views 0 Comments

Rising interest rates and flat sales will contribute to a remodeling ‘pinch,’ according to Harvard’s Joint Center for Housing Studies.

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