Builder of the Year
Van Metre, Our 2022 Builder of the Year, Is Wired for Change
A deeply ingrained entrepreneurial spirit keeps Van Metre ahead of the curve and in control of its future
Business Management
Housing’s Great Rethink: Workforce Development Takes Center Stage
To refill the construction labor pool from the fallout of the Great Resignation and combat the skilled labor shortage, home builders must adjust their approach to attract and retain a skilled workforce
Labor + Trade Relations
How the Construction Industry Is Rethinking Workforce Development
Home builders, trade associations, NGOs, and other groups are aggressively ramping up skilled construction labor training programs to bring more workers into the industry
Design
A Texas Empty Nester Home and Studio With Room for Family, Too
A renowned residential designer takes on the task of creating his next home, and the result is both beautiful and functional
Customer Satisfaction
Strive for Perfection
Even an attempt at perfection is difficult, but if you set perfection as your company's goal and everyone involved strives for it, you'll be winning against the competition, regardless
NAHB
NAHB Chairman's Message: Proposal to Create Climate Risk Committee
NAHB will continue to be the housing industry’s voice regarding climate issues, with NAHB's Leadership Council recommending the creation of a new Climate Risk Committee
NAHB
Seeking Bipartisan Solutions for the Housing Affordability Crisis
NAHB Policy Briefing | Housing is a bipartisan concern, with housing affordability a top-tier political issue; residential construction sees continuing labor shortage
Business Management
Software for Home Builders: Why It Isn’t Working
Software systems offer home builders real operational advantages, but several stumbling blocks continue to undermine success
Sales + Marketing
Customer Experience Metrics: How Builders Can Use NPS
When it comes to measuring customer experience, the Net Promoter Score is an underrated and misunderstood metric in the housing industry. Here’s how to use NPS to gauge customer loyalty and boost referral sales
Exclusive Research + Data
2023 Housing Forecast: Positive Outlook
Pro Builder's 2023 Readers’ Forecast Survey finds that, despite continuing shifts in housing market dynamics, home builders are generally optimistic about the year ahead
