Of the approximately 350 metro markets nationwide, 56 returned to or exceeded their last normal levels of economic and housing activity, which represents a net gain of nine metros year-over-year.

According to the Department of Energy, the standards will save approximately 3.3 quads of energy and $63 billion in energy costs for products shipped between 2015 and 2044.

A California-based research project shows proper placement of ductwork can increase cooling power efficiency up to 74 percent.

Contractors argue their costs have been increased, while code proponents say codes level the playing field.

Items like hurricane clips and reinforced windows could reduce or prevent damage on the edges of tornadoes

The latest Multifamily Production Index (MPI) increased three points to 53, which is the ninth consecutive quarter with a reading of 50 or above.

These functional and appealing plans for narrow lot widths offer both privacy and low maintenance

Warmington Residential once again was among the industry’s biggest gainers with a 65-percent jump in revenue last year to $123.5 million, as closings more than doubled to 623 compared with 2012.

The latest Multifamily Production Index (MPI) increased three points to 53, which is the ninth consecutive quarter with a reading of 50 or above.