Subcontractors

Toxic Chinese drywall has ripple effect in real estate market for home buyers and sellers

Aug. 17---- At first glance, it might seem like a good deal, a spacious townhome in Denbigh, 2,200 square feet with three bedrooms and...

Chinese Drywall Manufacturer Settles Beazer Homes Lawsuit

No details about the settlement with the Atlanta-based builder were released.

Feds: Rip Out Problem Chinese Drywall

All the science isn't complete, but government agencies say drywall, electrical components, and fire and carbon monoxide alarms should be...

Rheem Manufacturing Co. Electric Tankless Water Heater

The Rheem electirc tankless heater system can be used for whole-house installations.

Legrand RF Lighting Control

RF Lighting Control offers wireless lighting control for new and retrofit construction.

GE Lighting Energy Smart LED Bulb

The Energy Smart 9-watt LED bulb offers the output of a 40-watt incandescent.

Portland, Ore., Establishes Eco-Districts

Progressive city takes neighborhood-scale approach to reducing greenhouse gases.

A Collection of the Most Energy-Efficient Windows and Doors

New glazing technology has created a generation of super-efficient windows and doors.

Going Green? Windows Matter.

Choosing the right windows and placing them properly can make a big difference in a home's overall energy efficiency.

EPA Issues New Lead Paint Rules

New mandates will hold contractors to more stringent safety protocols.

Cold Weather Painting

Q: I have some homes that need exterior painting, and cold weather is closing in. My painters say they can paint outdoors when it’s as cold...

Antiquity Outdoor Columns

Royal Outdoor Products offers a diverse collection of outdoor columns in its Royal Décor Antiquity line. The all-vinyl columns range from...

California’s PEX Battle Continues

Court orders removal of PEX plumbing from the state’s plumbing code, effective July 1.

2010 Builders' Show Products, Day 1

BUILDER Readers' 10 Favorite Products of '08

Sliding door hardware tops the list.

A New Generation of Underlayment Can Help Roofs Perform

Do you really need an underlayment on your sloped roofs?

Benjamin Obdyke Cougar Ridge Vent

Cougar ridge vent is made with nylon instead of fabric.

Green Roofs Defy Economy, See Double-Digit Growth in 2009

Chicago leads the nation in number of green roofs installed.