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Need to achieve LEED certification goals?

The national home builder will now develop build-to-rent communities in house under a new brand name.

Providence Homes, Jacksonville’s leader in energy-efficient construction, recently completed its seventh Homes for HOPE project to help fight global poverty.

Kwikset introduces two new electronic deadbolt locks with our latest keyless entry technology, easy installation, and new features in a stylish traditional and contemporary design.

The 4,700-square-foot Wilshire model boasts a bold, black exterior with rich cedar accents.

Is Fall your favorite color?

Does your termite treatment have the longest warranty in the business?

The market is changing. Now is the time to start renegotiating to lower your costs.

Vince Lombardi, arguably one of the greatest NFL coaches of all time, and John Wooden, the legendary NCAA coach, both instilled into their players one basic premise: get the fundamentals right if you want to succeed.  

Meet the Charity - Get to Know Your Pro

Kim is passionate about people and processes. As a consultant with Shinn Consulting, she excels at purchasing, negotiations, processes, scheduling, and quality control.

Shinn Consulting is committed to helping home builders improve performance and boost profitability.

Goodman comfort systems with Inverter Technology work to keep the temperature consistent while using less energy.

Nationally recognized custom builder and local builder unite to offer new homes across Charlotte and upstate South Carolina.

In 2017, Hurricane Maria ravaged Puerto Rico, leaving millions of people in crisis.

Explore a few interior design trends to incorporate this Fall season to create warmth and comfort.

Beautiful aesthetics and stand-out benefits illuminate in Horizon III LED downlights

The facility expands manufacturing capabilities and advances AZEK’s commitment to create a more sustainable future

"Old marketing" is broken! (You already knew that, didn't you?) But what's the alternative?

When working on a new construction project, the relationship between interior designer, builder, and trade partners is a partnership that needs to be nurtured and handled with care. The best way to ensure a project stays on track is for the team to invest enough time in planning how they will work together and then sticking to that agreement throughout the course of the project.

We are committed to providing our Builder partners with the best products, programs, and support to make closets easy. Discover why Drees Homes partners with us and how Closet Selector® is a "one click solution."

Our community of home builders has been successfully traversing the path of selling and closing homes this year. However, the time has come to realize that a sales and traffic drop—a cliff if you will—could be waiting around the bend.

If homebuilding is the ultimate team sport, how do we build a winning team?

How does a centralized business software solution with integrated applications, instant access to real-time data, and built-in artificial intelligence technologies stop the outflow of money that manual processes are costing your business?

Committed to its customers’ success for over 50 years, Bulbrite delivers the “Bulbrite Promise”

While the market continues to shift, long-term demand and the need for housing remains. As a manufacturing partner, your efforts to maintain and establish builder relationships are critically important for keeping and winning business.

Interview with Magda Esola.

An ideal option for kitchens and laundry rooms, the latest GFCI solutions from Legrand deliver the quality and safety features Legrand is known for.

Share your forecast for the coming year by completing Pro Builder’s 2023 Housing Forecast Survey!

Virtually everything we do at MrSteam incorporates technology, from steam generators to controls and accessories. Our products combine the effectiveness of steam with the modern convenience provided by advanced technology.

Our new catalog features more than 20 brand-new products! Shop all new products on our website.

Fox Blocks, an Insulated Concrete Forms (ICF) manufacturer, in partnership with GreenBuilt Solutions, a sustainable design facility in Orlando, FL, has managed to build a Net Zero home that has an outstanding HERS Index Score of -22.

With continued improvements in our manufacturing capacity and successful management of supply chain challenges, we are pleased to announce reduced manufacturing lead times for most products effective Monday, September 12, 2022.

Learn how to pair champagne bronze finish to our most popular lines and how to coordinate our new products with Delta® plumbing fixtures.

Long-time partner Verity Homes announces the completion of their fifth Homes for HOPE project in the beautiful Bismarck, ND market.

The first annual National Propane Day will be held on Oct. 7 from 5 a.m. – 5 p.m., symbolizing propane's placard number, 1075.

James Judge, a Phoenix-based "designer, realtor, flipper, deal fanatic and all-around house-a-holic," has a knack for amazing home transformations.

One of the most effective steps a builder can take to establish and maintain a reputation of quality is to become the Builder of Choice™ in the eyes of their trades and suppliers.

Broan-NuTone has updated their programs with Builder Partnerships!

It's been a busy year for our builder members, and we understand why some of you may be behind on your rebate submissions. However, now is not the time to be leaving money on the table.

Recognized as one of the nation’s Best Managed Companies by Deloitte Private and The Wall Street Journal, Kentucky-based Drees Homes offers a management model for other privately held home builders to follow

More and more buyers want quieter, more efficient, and healthier homes. And we’ll help you build them.

From bathing pets and kids to a relaxing shower, Delta’s patented In2ition® Two-in-One Shower gives users functionality and luxury.

Please view the updated lead time reduction document from our Dalton, Ohio Rolling Door facility for the most current reduced lead times that will be effective 8/15/22.

Adding curb appeal to your home is easy with outdoor lighting design tips and fixture ideas from Progress Lighting.

Learn what our product and engingineering teams have been doing to make your Brilliant experience even better.

Progress Lighting Senior Director of Product Development discussed the Progress Lighting design philosophy and process and how it results in beautiful affordable luxury lighting for the home in a recent episode of The Building Blonde.

Schuber Mitchell Homes, one of the top 100 builders in America, recently completed their third Homes for HOPE Project and generated a donation of $140,000 which will enable HOPE to serve 5,600 families this year!

Color inspires us and evokes emotion, whether joyful or relaxing. And in a sea of grays and neutrals, the right pop of color is like a work of art celebrating bold, elevated design, inside and out.

It is with a heavy heart that I share the news that Perry Bigelow, founder of Bigelow Homes, passed away on July 4, 2022.

The Denver-based collection balances modern details with sustainable building practices.

Thursday, May 26th Grand Homes celebrated the completion of their Homes for HOPE Project making their lifetime giving nearly $3.6M.

Current trends within the market such as the home as a sanctuary, electrification of vehicles and appliances and severe weather events continue to reinforce the need for energy management solutions during new home construction.

Almost every industry has had to deal with supply chain issues over the past year, and home decor is no exception. Designers are counting on home furniture, appliances, and products like floor tiles and windows, all of which are among the items hardest hit by supply chain shortages.

As an industry leader in premium exterior building products, we only offer trim accents engineered to make installation easier and endure beautifully.

Builder Partnerships is Pleased to Announce the Newest Manufacturer Member to Our Program

The study shows 2021 as a record breaking year for profitability and volume.

Unprepared home builders experiencing rapid growth run the risk of squandering opportunities during the best decade in housing’s history.

An ICF home, like one built with Fox Blocks, provides many of the essential features that today’s homeowner is looking for: excellent indoor environmental quality (IEQ), energy-efficiency, and disaster-resistance.

Homebuilders, did you know that only 6% of homes in the US had solar panels in 2019. But over the past year, 46% of American homeowners said they’d considered installing them?

ECI Software Solutions, a leader in cloud-based business management solutions, today announced it has been honored with three awards surrounding the company’s customer experience initiatives.

A well-lit home draws attention to every detail and showcases the quality and craftsmanship that makes today’s new builds so desirable.

PCBC’s Summer Showcase is all about reconnecting you with the products, projects and people that are shaping the future of housing.

Builder Partnerships is Pleased to Announce the Newest Service Provider Member to Our Program

The global electronics shortage impacting our industry and many others, is driving up the cost to manufacture our industry-leading garage door openers. We have worked diligently to optimize our supply chain of components and have absorbed much of this higher cost.

Including a steam shower in your model home allows you to sell the lifestyle of luxury and overall health through the lens of custom upgrades that provide a return on their investment down the road.

Outdoor living is a huge trend, with more homeowners enhancing their outdoor spaces with kitchens, fire pits and fireplaces, and stylish lighting.

Builder Partnerships recently conducted a survey of our builder community to assess the impact of current conditions and monitor the prevailing outlook for the upcoming year. We wish to thank everyone who took the time to complete the survey.

As we continue to navigate the challenging housing market, manufacturers should focus on establishing and maintaining an open relationship with builders.

One of the simplest, yet overlooked, practices successful builders implement into their everyday routine is the use of checklists. This low-risk, high-reward process is guaranteed to improve your quality, consistency, and overall customer satisfaction. 

​​​​​​​Once again, over half of the home building companies on Builder's annual list of the nation's biggest builders are members of Builder Partnerships.

Jason has a passion for quality and schedule management. As a consultant with Shinn Consulting, he excels at field audits and training superintendents how to manage their day-to-day tasks to build homes on quality, on budget, and on time.

Regardless of size, a well-merchandised outdoor space can make a big impact on the effectiveness of a model home. And now, more than ever, merchandising of the front porches, and other small outdoor spaces, of a model home, is imperative.

It's the perfect time of year to refresh your bathroom design. One of the easiest bathroom updates is to replace your light fixtures.

First Homes for HOPE project in the desirable The Enclave at BV community in Bakersfield, CA. A celebratory launch event will be held on Wednesday 5/4 from 11:30-1:00pm.

Like all manufacturers, distributors, and contractors in the heating and air conditioning business, Lennox Industries continues to experience cost increases. Due to the persistent cost pressures, Lennox will increase prices up to 9% percent on residential and commercial equipment, parts and supplies, and accessories for all customers.

Founded in 1945, Robertson Homes is the homebuilder that Michigan residents have relied on for over 75 years. Our communities offer a rich variety of uniquely designed home styles to exceed our Michigan customers' needs. We have always placed the customer first in our organization in terms of design and homebuilding.

With capital from HOPE Congo microloans and the accompanying business training, he expanded from cement to construction materials to delivery and after-sales service and hired three employees, all within two years.

BSB Design has been designing housing for 55+ years. We are bringing this expertise to the InterFace event as Mark Mitchell is speaking on a panel.

Although the housing industry began 2022 very strong, there are storm clouds on the horizon. Rising mortgage interest rates and soaring home prices will have an impact on demand.

It is our pleasure to announce this year’s winners of the Builder Partnerships Achievement Awards. We congratulate the winners for their dedication to excellence and continuous improvement.

After the tough decision to postpone the Executive Summit in 2021, we’re happy to report the Executive Summit was back this year and better than ever! We are grateful to all of the attendees, speakers, and sponsors who helped make the 2022 Executive Summit a big success.

Spring has arrived and with it, a variety of weather. In this in-between time before summer, it’s common to find a variety of hats, boots, and coats making their way onto the floor near the door.

M.D.C. Holdings announced that its subsidiary Richmond American Homes of Tennessee has entered into an asset purchase agreement to acquire substantially all of the home building assets of The Jones Company of Tennessee.

We manage highly competitive rebate and incentive programs and work with builders to strengthen relationships with manufacturers and service providers in the home building industry.

For nearly 60 years, Monarch has proven to be a trusted name in new home construction. Our products offer affordability to builders, yet go above and beyond the standards for energy efficiency.

Atlantic Builders has announced a $100,000 grant toward the mission of Homes for HOPE, building on their inaugural donation of $25,000 at the end of 2021!

Meet our Shinn Consulting consultants! It's no coincidence that the majority of highly-successful business owners have a mentor or coach. They understand the importance of obtaining an outside perspective from experts who can help them achieve greater levels of success.

Bryan Cordill, PERC’s director of business development in residential and commercial markets, visited Concord, Mass., last month to teach viewers of This Old House a thing or two about propane.

Homes for HOPE’s executive director was honored to be interviewed on the “A New Go of New Home Sales” podcast with John Lee and Anya Chrisanthon.

The transaction for approximately $27.7 million fits Tri Pointe Homes’ strategy of building quality, innovative homes in locations with convenient access to major transportation and employment corridors, according to the builder.

Yes, it's a REAL problem: Company owners, financial managers, and bookkeepers who don't take the time to get the answers to their free-floating "Numbers" questions – and then expect that something "magical" will happen!

Sales have opened for Trumark Homes' Pelican Shores community, part of the Water Valley master-planned development in Windsor, Colorado. The community features 59 single-family detached homes in 10 floor plan options.

Welcome Homes’ Anthony Carrino applies his experience with a home standby generator and efficient heating to designing homes for today’s buyers.

The Idaho-based builder and its trade partners are building a home where all the proceeds will be donated to local charities. he Hero House is a home that Hubble Homes and its many trade partners donate labor and materials to build and then sell, giving 100% of the proceeds from the sale to charity.

The builder closed on the 66-acre property in March, with development expected to begin in the fall. The new community, Sandridge Hills, will showcase two product lines from Mattamy Homes. With 197 homesites, 40- to 50-feet wide, the community will accommodate new homes from approximately 1,369 to 2,930 square feet.

For most home builders, the direct construction cost of their homes is too high which causes a lack of adequate profitability.  The combination of land (at builder retail price) and direct construction costs should be approximately 70% of the sales price to generate a 10% profit.  Historically, land has represented about 20% of the sales price.  Therefore, the direct construction costs need to be held to about 50%.

From its humble beginnings of pretzels and beer, to what is often called the best networking event of the show with delicious hors d'oeuvres and an open bar, members of the Builder Partnerships community have enjoyed our IBS Networking Reception for 16 years. This year’s event felt particularly special after a year away due to COVID-19.

With new, cutting-edge CRM technology from SKUWorld, you’ll be able to properly manage data to help you make informed decisions that will ultimately enhance your customer interactions, improve your conversion rates, and increase your profits.