Women continue to break glass ceilings, and the building industry is no exception. Nearly 10% of the building trade workforce is female, and that number is on the rise. The 2008 economic recession sent shockwaves through the building industry, stalling new...
No matter what your political sentiments, it’s hard not to be moved by the recent passing of Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg. Known in recent years as the “Notorious RBG”, Ginsburg exemplified a spirit of fierce determination along with...
Despite COVID-19 (or, in part, because of it), the residential construction sector is performing well. Housing demand continues to remain strong while supply is limited in most areas. Home builder confidence – as measured by the NAHB/Wells Fargo...
America is a vast country with many different traditions, topographies and weather patterns. As such, taste in building products can vary greatly from region to region based on local habits, climates and available resources. Building product makers can capitalize on...
Climate change has lengthened dry seasons throughout the United States, resulting in more frequent and devastating wildfires. The U.S. Department of Agriculture predicts the areas in the U.S. affected by wildfires will likely double by 2050. Despite this fact, new...
