It's a silly name, but a "butt joint" is an application technique where two pieces of material are "butted" up against each other. It is th…
The three main buckets of costs to build a home: cost of land, cost of materials and cost of labor. Regarding labor costs to build a house,…
Home Owner Associations (HOAs) are the governing bodies of many communities throughout the U.S. – and remodelers can miss out on HOA busine…
One of the best ways to market your construction company is to use signage on or near the job site. It's possible that more people will see…
For builders with a limited staff, it’s difficult to meet all the timelines and expectations unless every team member does an outstanding j…
For weather-resistant barriers (WRBs), ASTM has developed rigorous tests for water resistance and water penetration, plus an air barrier as…
Winter can be an ideal time for many home remodeling projects. Increasing your business often starts with customer education. Here are some…
If you’re a builder weighing the choice between radiant barrier sheathing and spray foam insulation for reducing attic heat, there are many…
With its design flexibility, strength and cost-saving benefits, LP® FlameBlock® Fire-Rated Sheathing has become a valuable product solution…
Global Industry Analysts, Inc. (GIA) published a study painting a rosy picture of the future of the global construction materials market. A…
Dealers who sell premium, high-quality materials such as LP® SmartSide® Trim & Siding must master the art of conveying the value of these p…
It goes without saying that more training helps prepare installers by giving them the information they need to install siding correctly. Th…
Though the construction labor market is currently tight, there are many qualified candidates seeking the unique opportunities that employme…
For developers, builders and contractors the labor shortage is significant: The construction industry lost 1,5 million jobs during the rece…
With the busy remodeling season just around the corner, remodelers are gearing up to lock down leads, kick off projects and work longer day…
They say that “the future arrives first” in California—and its Title 24 codes are indeed propelling America toward a Zero Net Energy future…
LP® SmartSide® trim and siding products are backed by one of the most competitive warranties on the market, the LP SmartSide 5/50 Limited W…
Every three years, the International Code Council updates its International Building Code (IBC) and International Residential Code (IRC) – …
As the housing market continues on an upswing, industry professionals should develop a sound marketing plan to ensure they can tackle as mu…