5 experts weigh in on the most common business mistakes home builders make

Rooms built over garages require special attention to ensure efficiency and the desired level of comfort

Want to send a message that you’re a quality-conscious builder and also save money? Start with some big tarps to protect your materials from the elements

The Ultimate Zero Energy Now Home proves there’s more than one way to deliver a high-performance wall

Proper disposal of concrete, paint, and other toxic slurries is an important quality-control measure on construction jobsites for a range of reasons, from protecting the environment to protecting your bottom line

A pair of research studies reveal best practices—and a new assembly sequence—to combat moisture in framed walls

How home builders can avoid cracks in a post-tensioned slab-on-grade foundation by preventing certain errors during the installation process

The approach shown here for HVAC duct layouts is a win-win: It saves money and reduces homeowner complaints about indoor comfort

Home builders should ask themselves: Am I helping or hindering the profitability of my trades and suppliers? Your answer will determine your own financial success