In Memphis, Tennessee, a Midtown family sought a remodel after having lived in their 1912 home for about 20 years. With lives, functionality and ability changed, as well as children leaving the nest, the dwelling’s limitations became clear. And rather than seeking out a new place to call homes, the family thought it best to pursue a renovation of their current residence. “The kitchen was very small,” say the homeowners (who asked to remain anonymous). “We really didn’t have much of a family room, but a very small area where…
Read MoreDay: March 5, 2025
Colorado Remodeler and Builder Elected Second Vice Chairman of NAHB
Bob Peterson, a Fort Collins, Colorado-based remodeler and homebuilder with more than 40 years of experience in the construction field, was elected 2025 second vice chairman of the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) during the association’s International Builders’ Show in Las Vegas. According to NAHB, Peterson is the founder of Associates in Building + Design, Ltd. (ABD), a company he started in May 1990 that specializes in custom homes and high-end remodeling. Peterson’s daughters, Heather Schreiner and Alison Johnson, now own and manage ABD, where he serves as a consultant.…
Read MorePrices and Trends in the U.S. Framing Lumber Market Released
The week-to-week framing lumber composite price increased 1.8% on Feb. 28, 2025, rising to $461 per 1,000 board feet. Lumber prices are now 14.4% higher than they were one year ago. Each week the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) sources information using the Random Lengths framing lumber composite price, comprised using prices from the highest volume-producing regions of the U.S. and Canada, to give professionals access to the latest on lumber prices and future prices, providing an overview of the behaviors within the United States framing lumber market. According…
Read MoreHouse Votes to Reverse Ban on Gas Water Heaters
A congressional resolution that overturns the Biden administration’s recent attempt to ban certain natural gas water heaters was approved by the House on Feb. 27, 2025. H.J. Res. 20, the Congressional Review Act (CRA) resolution of disapproval regarding the U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE) Final Rule establishing Standards for Gas-Fired Instantaneous Water Heaters, rescinds the Biden administration’s rule that sought to ban non-condensing, natural-gas-fired water heaters by 2029. According to the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB), NAHB applauds the passage of H.J. Res 20 because the DOE’s push for a…
Read MoreFire-Resistant Building Materials Highlighted as Rebuilding Efforts Continue After LA Fires
The urgency for homeowners and construction professionals to embrace fire-resistant building practices has reached a critical peak. especially in the wake of devastating wildfires in Los Angeles. Choosing suitable materials and adopting strategic design approaches stand as the primary line of defense, crucial for mitigating risks and strengthening structures against future fires. According to Los Angeles Times, Concrete has long been celebrated for its robustness and fire-resistant capabilities. Whitney Sander, principal at Sander Architects tells LA Times Studios that concrete is a fantastic option when considering fire-resistant materials. This sentiment underscores concrete’s unparalleled ability to…
Read MoreThe Year of Remodeling is Underway
American homeowners are expected to do more remodeling this year in 2025. Aging housing stock and record home equity are some of the factors expected to bolster the remodeling and repair industry this year, as stated in a recent article released by the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB). That view is also supported by NAHB’s quarterly surveys of its remodeler members. The trade group’s index that measures the confidence of remodelers has remained solidly in positive territory since June 2020. Residential remodeling activity is forecasted to post a 5%…
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