2021 NHQA Winners: 4 Home Building Companies Striving for Better
The annual National Housing Quality Awards recognize four home builders for their commitment to continuous operational improvement
The 2020 Roundup of The Weekly
We will be back to our regularly scheduled programming next year! Thanks to all of our readers and…
How to Manage Basement Moisture
From the attic to the basement, every area of the home has become a living space rather than just…
Spooky Sounds at Night? Call the Ghostbusters: Builders
Cold rooms sending shivers down your spine, creaking staircases, even sounds of shuffling through…
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Chuck Shinn's Lasting Industry Influence
Although Chuck Shinn is retiring, his influence on thousands of home building professionals continues
5 Time-Tested Truths for Home Builders
Much has changed in the last 50 years since Chuck Shinn got involved in the home building industry, but after working with thousands of builders, he's observed five essential truths that remain constant
Construction Quality
A Guide for Preventing Dryer Vent Fires
Clogged dryer vents cause thousands of home fires each year. Make sure yours isn’t one of them
Proper Flashing for Recessed Windows
Take these steps to avoid problems in this most difficult of waterproofing jobs
Leadership
What Is the Role of the Leader?
Providing direction, structure, and a culture of trust are three essentials. An expert offers guidance
Lighting
Tips for Providing Lighting That Sets Your Homes Apart
Good lighting makes good business sense: it’s key to helping buyers perceive your product as better than the rest
Business Management
Product Development: The Cost of Getting It Wrong
New home designs can set builders apart, or they can bury them
9 Common Subfloor Installation Mistakes—and How to Avoid Them
From tight spacing to improper fasteners, simple errors can lead to callbacks. Here’s a best-practice refresher
Labor + Trade Relations
Close Relations: Ways Builders Can Work Well With Trades
Do you want to attract and keep the best subcontractors? Start by putting these systems in place
Construction Quality
Trouble-Free Flashing for Brick Veneer
Air space isn't enough to prevent water problems in a brick veneer wall
