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Researchers constructing model home to withstand high winds and hail
The Insurance Institute for Business & Home Safety (IBHS) said the first FORTIFIED Home utilizing its high wind and hail standards will be built in Tulsa this year.
Women And Minorities Missing Out On Homeownership And Big Tax Breaks
When controlling for age and income, women and minorities are still less likely than white men to have a mortgage, according to a Trulia analysis
Construction trade groups sue OSHA over silica rule
Eight construction industry organizations filed the legal challenge to the rule, citing concerns about its technological and economic feasibility.
Myron R. Ferguson
Myron R. Ferguson is a fourth generation NYS Building Contractor, with 30 years’ experience as a drywall contractor. Author of the bestselling…
The Plight Of Generation X: Gen Xers Felt The Full Wrath Of The Housing Bust
Victims of circumstance, many Gen Xers still have the housing bust fresh in their minds
New LEED 2009 projects will have to meet increased minimum energy performance
Projects must now earn a minimum of four points in the Energy Performance credits. The referenced energy standard and modeling requirements in LEED 2009 will not change.
These Are The Hottest Single-Family Housing Markets For Spring
The Pacific Northwest dominates the top of the list, but the Southeast is also well represented as a few new cities have crept into the rankings
Take On Decking Upgrades This Spring
As the trend of turning backyards into outdoor living and entertaining spaces grows, decks are an excellent, affordable option. Here are some popular ideas to transform decking areas.
New LEED Pilot ACP designed to help eliminate irresponsibly sourced materials
One aim is to advance environmentally responsible forest management to help rid buildings of illegal wood by promoting wood that is verified to be legal.
Exclusive Research: Outdoor Living
The building community reports on the growing popularity of bringing the indoors outside.
