LBM Journal
Custom home building annual share declines
According to data from the Census Bureau’s Survey of Construction, the custom home share declined to 19.5% of all single-family homes started in 2018—lowest since mid-2000.
Milwaukee Tool to open Wisconsin manufacturing plant
Located 20 minutes from Milwaukee Tool’s Global Headquarters, the facility will manufacture new-to-market hand tools for professional electricians and utility linemen.
Existing-home sales climb 3.6% in December
Existing-home sales grew in December, bouncing back after a slight fall in November.
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NAHB announces Best of IBS winners at 2020 International Builders’ Show
Decided by a panel of 28 independent judges made up of attending reporters and building professionals, the awards were given in nine categories, plus an overall Best in Show award.
Photos: LBM Journal visits IBS
The LBM Journal editorial and sales team members visited the International Builder's Show in Las Vegas this week. Here are just a few snapshots of exhibitors we saw on the show floor.
NAHB: Strong IBS attendance reflects industry optimism
IBS and the Kitchen & Bath Industry Show once again combined for the annual Design & Construction Week, which drew a total of approximately 90,000 attendees.
Apartment demand will fuel multifamily building sector in 2020
The expected increase is in part because young people and retirees look to apartment living as a more affordable, low-maintenance option.
Steady growth forecast for residential remodeling
Although the economy is slowing slightly, the risk of a recession is low and remodeling should keep pace with inflation into 2021, NAHB announced.
GPS Insight acquires ServiceBridge
Chicago-based ServiceBridge is a field service management software company for small businesses and franchises.