7 Sales and Marketing Trends to Watch (and Learn From)
These award-winning campaigns from NAHB's 2024 National Sales and Marketing Awards showcase next-level strategies and stellar results
Proven Ways to Improve Jobsite Productivity
Consider these solutions for reducing cycle time, hard costs, dry runs, rework, miscommunication, and overall inefficiencies on the jobsite
Sales and Texting? Know the Rules
Texting your sales prospects en masse can be an efficient way to get your message through if you follow these best practices
How to Create a More Inclusive Workplace for Women in Construction
Consider these tips and techniques to attract and retain more women in your home building company and reap the benefits of a more diverse workforce
Ways Women Are Overcoming Hurdles and Making Gains in Construction Careers
Actionable advice for women construction workers who encounter bias on the job
7 Ways Jobsites Could Be More Inclusive and Welcoming to Women
Four industry pros weigh in on simple but significant ways to make construction sites more welcoming to women
Jobsite Safety
Safe Scaffolding: Follow These Best Practices for Correct Setup
Protect workers and reduce liability by following these tips for scaffolding setup
Business Management Best Practices
Want Continuous Improvement? NHQA Hall of Famer Bill Saint Says Look in the Mirror
Bill Saint can empathize with builders wary of tackling the NHQ Awards application. After all, he’s been on both sides of the process
Quality Matters
Construction Quality Assurance Program Fundamentals
Home builders should take these steps to create an effective QA program that yields lasting results
Builder of the Year
2019 Builder of the Year: The New Home Company
Professional Builder's 2019 Builder of the Year espouses a collaborative culture that fosters success across the board and provides a proven model for the industry
Indoor Air Quality
For Better Indoor Air Quality: Build Tight and Ventilate Right
Buildings need to dry and people need to breathe. Good air sealing aids both
Quality Matters
Do This to Ensure Fiber-Cement Siding Is Trouble-Free
Avoid expensive moisture problems by paying attention to a few key details and avoiding these common errors
National Housing Quality Award
On Going for the Gold: Why Home Builders Enter the NHQA
Who doesn’t want to play for a world championship team? The National Housing Quality Awards program marks its 27th anniversary this year
Quality Matters
Concrete Foundations: Under-Slab Vapor Barriers Done Right
Properly specify and install a layer of protection under concrete slabs to mitigate moisture issues
Planning + Development
Evaluating Risks and Cost Before Buying Land
Finding the right building site with no issues can be trick; that's where scrubbing the lot could help
How To
10 Value Adds for Your Next Paint Job
10 ways pro painters can get more out of their work and keep clients happy and their bottom line healthy