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
Tips for Placing HVAC Ducts in Conditioned Space
See how putting HVAC ducts inside conditioned space in a home benefits both the builder and the homeowner
Built on Happiness: Meet Pro Builder's 2023 Builder of the Year
Delaware-based Schell Brothers, our 2023 Builder of the Year, brings a refreshing approach to delivering homes and measuring success with an overriding mission of happiness
10 Ways to Value-Engineer Your Building Business Today
Here's a sample of the recommendations of three industry experts from a recent Professional Builder Webcast.
Trade Partner Council Meeting: First-Person Account
A first-person account of K. Hovnanian's Mid-Atlantic trade partner council gathering that was held November, 2009.
Tampa Builder Puts Lean Building Into Action
An interview with Florida builder Jim Deitch on how he keeps his building operations lean
Water Efficiency to Play Bigger Role in Home Building
Stormwater management plans and low-flow fixtures are among the top water-conservation measures employed by home builders, according to a Professional Builder survey.
Announcing the National Housing Quality Executive Council
Professional Builder magazine Editor-in-Chief David Barista talks about National Housing Quality Executive Council (NHQEC), a group of 25 home builders and housing consultants that are fully committed to serving the industry
Building Envelope
11 Tips for Mastering Building Envelope Design
Faced with meeting stringent energy codes and a growing demand for high-performance features, builders nationwide are looking to maximize the energy efficiency of their homes without blowing the budget
Former Home Builder Turns His Hand to the Land
Joe Duckworth, Professional Builder's 1992 Builder of the Year, is now a successful developer of walkable neighborhoods that outsell conventional projects.
Social Networking Skills for Home Builders
Twitter, Facebook, YouTube, LinkedIn. Are they a waste of time and energy, or are they a serious marketing tool in which early adapters are cashing in? Here is some insight.
European village concept hits just the right note with home buyers
Villebois in suburban Portland, Ore., is designed around a lively town center and features a variety of housing types.
High Style Merchandising and Vignettes on a Budget
Home staging goes way beyond decorating; it is about creating a mood in the home. But how do you create that lived-in look with a skimpy budget? We ask the experts.