Sales + Marketing Become the Big Fish: How to Seize Tier 2 and 3 Market Opportunities Home builders can use this checklist to dominate Tier 2 and Tier 3 markets that offer potential
Framing + Building Envelope How to Frame Walls That Combat Moisture A pair of research studies reveal best practices—and a new assembly sequence—to combat moisture in framed walls
Construction Quality How to Avoid Cracks in Post-Tensioned Concrete Slab Foundations How home builders can avoid cracks in a post-tensioned slab-on-grade foundation by preventing certain errors during the installation process
Quality Matters Why Compact Duct Layouts for HVAC Make Sense The approach shown here for HVAC duct layouts is a win-win: It saves money and reduces homeowner complaints about indoor comfort
Quality Matters Construction Quality Assurance Program Fundamentals Home builders should take these steps to create an effective QA program that yields lasting results
Financing Buying Land? 10 Tips to Find the Best of What’s Left Think all the good land was bought by big builders? 10 tips for small builders to find and buy land
Sponsored Products Evaluating the Durability of Weather-Resistant Barriers Take these steps to be confident your building wrap will maintain optimal performance
Indoor Air Quality For Better Indoor Air Quality: Build Tight and Ventilate Right Buildings need to dry and people need to breathe. Good air sealing aids both
Roofing New Retrofit Design Guide for Metal Roofing The Metal Construction Association (MCA) has published a new design guide, "Retrofit Metal Roofing.” The manual provides code-compliant and...
Quality Matters Do This to Ensure Fiber-Cement Siding Is Trouble-Free Avoid expensive moisture problems by paying attention to a few key details and avoiding these common errors
