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Home technology - from Cat-5 wiring for offices to audio/video cabling for theater systems - adds a new layer of complexity to new home construction. And, increasingly, a huge knowledge gap is emerging.

Building Materials

Shielding Their Flames, Gas Water Heaters Get Makeover

A new standard written to guard against water-heater fires fueled by vapors from spilled or improperly stored gasoline takes effect July 1.

Custom Home Design

25 Design Tricks That Sell More Houses

Everyone knows that good design sells.

Management

Haves and Have Nots

Within the past 24 months I have been told of and observed builders of all sizes creating net profits of 9-18%.

Custom Home Design

25 Design Tricks That Sell More Houses

Everyone knows that good design sells.

Building Materials

Molding Specification Made Easy

A new concept from Windsor Mill streamlines specification of historically inspired moldings.

Custom Home Design

Kitchen Furniture Conceals Appliances

Nothing spoils the look of a vintage kitchen like the gleam of a dishwasher or refrigerator - or even the monotony of continuous stock cabinets.

Management

Turn Toolbox Talks Into Real-Time Quality Improvement

Real-time quality improvement involves quick, simple training of crews and immediate follow-up to make sure instructions were understood and changes carried out.

Sales

Five Keys to Getting New Hires Selling Fast

Houston-based sales management guru Tom Richey provides five keys to getting new hires off to a fast start

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Testing the system

Testing the System

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