NAHB Articles
NAHB Articles
- Are Today’s Building Codes Enough to Improve Home Resilience? October 16, 2025In the face of rapidly increasing losses from natural disasters, many housing advocates are pushing for more stringent building codes to make homes more resilient to disaster. But is that the best path forward?
- NAHB Endorses Dignity Act to Modernize America’s Immigration System October 16, 2025NAHB supports comprehensive immigration reform legislation recently introduced in the House by Reps. Maria Salazar (R-Fla.) and Veronica Escobar (D-Texas) that would protect the nation’s borders and preserve critical workforces.
- Amid Market Challenges, Builder Expectations Rise in October October 16, 2025Builder confidence in the market for newly built single-family homes was 37 in October, up five points from September and the highest reading since April, according to the NAHB/Wells Fargo Housing Market Index (HMI) released today.
- 3 Hurdles to Building Accessory Dwelling Units October 15, 2025Whether they’re called granny flats, backyard bungalows, or guest cottages, accessory dwelling units (ADUs) are a growing trend in the residential sector and aim to help ease the nation’s housing shortage and affordability issues.
- Refinancing Activity Surges in September October 15, 2025Refinancing activity surged in September, marking the largest monthly increase since the COVID-era of ultra-low interest rates. This increase followed mortgage rates dropping below 6.5% for the first time since October 2024 in anticipation of the Federal Reserve's eventual September rate cuts.
- Stucco No Longer Most-Used Exterior Wall Material October 14, 2025For the first time since 2018, vinyl siding surpassed stucco as the most used principal exterior wall material. According to the latest annual release of the U.S. Census Bureau’s Survey of Construction (SOC), 26% of homes started in 2024 had vinyl or vinyl-covered aluminum siding as their main exterior wall material.
- North Carolina HBA, Local Builder Honor First Responder through Home Sale October 14, 2025The North Carolina Home Builders Association recently partnered with a local builder for a new project to benefit the family of a fallen first responder.
- OBBBA and the Next Chapter of Heat Pump Commercialization October 13, 2025The One Big Beautiful Bill Act is accelerating a shift toward retrofit-ready, installation-friendly systems that builders can leverage to control costs and expand opportunities.
- From Computers to Construction: How NAHB Inspired a Career Change October 13, 2025Drew Williams had strong success in computer technology, even earning a patent for a motion detection and sound recognition dash camera, but felt his original passion start to slip. That's when he made a career change that brought back old memories.
- Senate Passes Major Housing Package October 10, 2025The Senate passed NAHB-supported housing legislation that offers meaningful solutions to increase the nation’s housing supply by addressing key concerns around zoning and land-use policies, the aging housing stock, rural housing, and multifamily housing.
- HBI Report Reveals Economic Impact of Labor Shortages on Housing Production October 10, 2025The 2025 Fall Labor Market Report reveals the true cost of too few workers in the residential construction industry, and provides insights on generational and demographic shifts in the workforce.
- Fighting the Stigma of Mental Health in Construction October 10, 2025Friday, Oct. 10, is World Mental Health Day, an annual observance from the World Health Organization to raise awareness of mental health issues around the world and to mobilize efforts in support of mental health.
- The Hidden Jobsite Multiplier: How Installer-First Design Unlocks Efficiency October 9, 2025Product innovation is largely driven by aesthetics and material costs, with the installer often being the last consideration. It's time for a paradigm shift. We must start evaluating products through an "installer-first" lens, prioritizing ease of installation on par with design and price.
- 3 Ways to Utilize Construction Site Surroundings to Optimize Design October 9, 2025Home design isn’t just about color swatches and backsplashes. Architecturally, building professionals can look toward climate responsive design and ambient design, which both involve using the elements around a home to the client’s advantage.
- Remodeling Market Sentiment Improves in Third Quarter October 9, 2025NAHB released its NAHB/Westlake Royal Remodeling Market Index (RMI) for the third quarter, posting a reading of 60, up one point compared to the previous quarter. With the reading of 60, the RMI remains solidly in positive territory above 50, but lower than it had been at any time from 2021 through 2024.
- 4 Lessons Learned from Women in the Building Industry October 8, 2025The 2025 Building Women Magazine illustrates PWB Chair Carrie DeWeese's journey from lobbyist for the state of Oklahoma to becoming a top-leading real estate agent and respected leader in the home building community, and shares insights from additional leaders in the industry.
- How Do Median Square-Foot Prices Differ by Region? October 8, 2025Median square-foot prices for new single-family detached homes started in 2024 grew modestly, according to NAHB’s analysis of the latest Survey of Construction data. See how they differ by region.
- Tax Incentives That Multiply the Benefits of NAHB's Vehicle Savings Programs October 7, 2025Combining the benefits of Section 179 tax deductions with the discounts offered through the NAHB Member Savings Program can be a game-changer for business owners.
- NAHB HBCU Cohort Prepares Students for Success in Construction October 7, 2025NAHB’s third annual Historically Black College and University (HBCU) Student Leadership program held a three-day learning, networking and development meeting in Washington, D.C.
- NAHB Grants Fuel Hands-On Learning for Future Builders October 6, 2025Across the country, NAHB’s Boys & Girls Club partnership funding — available through Career Connection at the National Housing Endowment — has helped local HBAs introduce young people to careers in the trades.