Builders to Banks: Fund Us and We Will Build (and Sell)
The majority of builders say they would be building and selling more homes today if funding was more readily available, according to Professional Builder's latest reader survey.
Customer Service: The Great Differentiator
Everyone in a home-building company, from the CEO on down, plays a part in delivering great customer service.
Homestar Set To Make a Splash
11 Ways Manufacturer Web sites Can Cater to Builders’ Needs
Most manufacturer sites are too product-oriented. Here are Glenn Singer's suggestions for improvement.
Number Crunch
Lumber prices unexpectedly rose 32% on the futures market this year -- not good news for stressed-out home builders.
On the Horizon
The Horizon line from Fiberon is now available in two exotic hardwood colors: Ipe and rosewood. Horizon decking will continue to be available in four solid colors
Advantage Vantage
Made in two new colors — walnut and tigerwood — the deck planks in MoistureShield’s Vantage Collection are 1¼ by 6 inches and are embossed with a realistic woodgrain finish on both sides