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Wall-to-Wall Solutions

Details Matter: Specifying the Right Finish for the Right Walls

For the most cost-effective results, specify the right level of drywall finish to match the final coating and lighting conditions

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Decking + Railings

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-Home Marketing

Waiting for the Millenials? They're Here

Buyers under the age of 35 now make up the largest share of homebuyers

Kitchen + Bath

Coming Your Way Soon?

Fixtures and appliances designed to conserve make it easier to build water-sensible homes

Quality Management

The Portal to Quality

The key barriers to Quality Management range from limited exposure to the concepts of Quality through to the off putting technical verbiage....

Home Technology

Are Home Robots the Next Big Thing?

We're all still waiting for flying cars. But the growing presence of ‘bots may soon allow homeowners to channel their inner Jetson

Business Management

Going Mobile

Mobile management tools can help improve workflow, customer service, safety, and cost control.

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Plumbing Fixtures + Fittings

How to repair or prevent water damage in the kitchen and bathroom

Emphasizing the importance of taking preventative measures will not only help homeowners avoid major repair costs, but it will also help their families avoid potential health hazards associated with mold.

The Design Side

Tiny-House Lovers, Take Heart

There's a market for tiny homes—and it's growing, with more tiny house options available

Front facade of the Mini Lotus tiny house by Blu Homes, in Vallejo, Calif.

Economics

Full Employment? Not For All Industries

As the number of unemployed workers goes down, the number of open construction jobs is going up.

New-Home Marketing

Cracking the Code

Tight margins, impact fees, land costs, and buyer expectations conspire to make entry-level homes a tough code to crack. In House Review, we...

Quality Management

March 2016 St Patricks Day: A Quality Quote from 1922

Striving for Quality is nothing new, it’s an ongoing journey. Here is a quote for St Patricks Day from Michael Collins. “We will survive...

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Disaster Durable Solutions

BASF at IBS 2016

Attending the International Builders’ Show (IBS) each year is always such a great time for us at BASF, and this year was no exception. From...

Lighting

Wellness Design, the Next Sustainable Strategy

The new wave of smart and responsible design goes beyond energy efficiency

Wellness in home building, next trend in sustainability design

New-Home Sales

Capturing Leads Earlier in the Buying Process

Targeted information for buyers on the hunt can be your best friend

Opinion

The End of the Post-Crisis Housing Market?

Home building industry predictions for 2016

Opinion

Pass it On

Whether in person or via social media, word of mouth packs undeniable power

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Insulation

Basic Essentials of Insulation for Pipes

Why insulate pipes? An expert talks about the best ways and the best materials to use for pipe insulation

insulation wrap for pipes and insulation for pipes to help with pipe insulation

Sales + Marketing

20 Simple Marketing Lessons for Home Builders

These 20 one-sentence actions can be implemented right now for marketing success

Lean Design

Home Designs: Infill With a Twist

The lure of a walkable downtown, public parks, and vibrant city life is driving buyers to seek out urban infill properties. When designed...

Opinion

Sound Advice for Leaders

Circumstances may change, but the basic tenets of leadership are timeless

Quality Management

Job Description for a Quality Manager

Thoughts on how to create a generic job description for a Quality Manager at a home building company

quality manager job description_quality assurance job

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Disaster Durable Solutions

Resiliency That's Built-in

Whether it's residential housing, as shown here, commercial properties or infrastructure, the BASF portfolio of tough, resilient construction products that comprise our Disaster Durable Solutions are helping to build a better line of defense for a more sustainable future.

Business Management

Building a Strong Foundation for Your Company

Grace under pressure and a strong commitment to customer service helped a home builder scale up in a down market.

Business Management

What Are Your Customers Saying About You?

How to manage your online reputation and win new business

Home Builders Institute's Schools to Skills Grant Application Open Through December

As Mortgage Rates Rise, Buyers Lose Purchasing Power

Renters Are Choosing Single-Family Homes for These Features