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Home » residential building

Articles Tagged with ''residential building''

SkillsUSA Champ Builds Thriving Business
If Walls Could Talk

SkillsUSA Champ Builds Thriving Business, Makes Team USA

Tristan Coates' journey from student competitor to business owner highlights the opportunities available in today's skilled trades.
Tanja Kern
Tanja Kern
June 23, 2026
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Tristan Coates turned a high school carpentry program into a thriving construction company and a chance to represent the U.S. at WorldSkills Shanghai 2026.
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Product News

Knauf Adds R-19 Option to Basement Wall Insulation

New R-19 insulation helps meet residential basement code requirements and features a redesigned facing intended to improve installation efficiency
W&C Staff
June 11, 2026
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Knauf Insulation expands its Performance+ basement wall insulation line with a new R-19 product designed for residential construction projects.


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TopBuild Sales Rise 17% as Commercial Work Offsets Housing Slump

Housing slump meets commercial strength
Tanja Kern
Tanja Kern
May 5, 2026
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TopBuild’s Q1 results show commercial demand offsetting weak housing, as the company prepares to combine with QXO and expand its reach in building products. 


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Supplier News

Home Depot Supply Chain Advances Impact Project Delivery

Expanded distribution and smarter routing are improving delivery timing and reducing jobsite disruptions for interior trades.
Tanja Kern
Tanja Kern
April 14, 2026
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Improved logistics and delivery precision are influencing construction timelines, costs, and coordination across interior projects.


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Acoustic Equity: Why Quiet Must Be a Fundamental Right in High-Density Housing

As housing density increases, the construction industry must recognize acoustic comfort not as a luxury upgrade, but as a basic public-health and equity requirement for all residents.
Mike Amaral is QuietRock product manager at PABCO Gypsum
Mike Amaral
March 6, 2026
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As housing density increases, the construction industry must recognize acoustic comfort not as a luxury upgrade, but as a basic public-health and equity requirement for all residents.


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Women Who Build
Women Who Build

Navigating Industry Barriers

Jacquelynn Cadena’s career spans housing, hospitality and government work while advocating for workforce stability and affordable housing.
Tanja Kern
Tanja Kern
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John Wyatt
March 4, 2026
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Jacquelynn Cadena’s career spans housing, hospitality and government work while advocating for workforce stability and affordable housing.


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Housing Insights

New Data Reframes U.S. Housing Shortage

New analysis shows the housing gap has narrowed, signaling a shift in construction demand toward renovation and regional activity.
Tanja Kern
Tanja Kern
March 2, 2026
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Updated data suggests future growth may rely more on remodeling than on a surge in new home construction.


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NIBS, MOD X Launch Initiative to Streamline Housing Approval Through System Certification

The volunteer-driven partnership underscores a shared industry commitment to modernizing the approval and regulatory process for housing
February 13, 2026
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The National Institute of Building Sciences (NIBS) has announced the formation of a specialized work group to develop a Housing System Certification Program Standard, signaling a potential transformation in how residential construction is regulated nationwide. 


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Legal Support for Stucco Contractors Battling Homebuilder Liability Claims

As a stucco contractor, you take pride in your craft, but when shoddy construction practices by homebuilders cause damage, attorneys can help protect your reputation and secure rightful compensation.
Benjamin Webster
January 10, 2026
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As a stucco contractor, you take pride in your craft, but when shoddy construction practices by homebuilders cause damage, attorneys can help protect your reputation and secure rightful compensation.


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Using Expansion Beads in Residential Construction

Using Expansion Beads in Residential Construction

While expansion beads are commonly used in commercial construction, strategically installing them in long or transitional walls and ceilings of residential homes can prevent cracks, accommodate structural movement, and even enhance fire safety, despite creating visible lines in the finish.
J. Michael Osborne is the content marketing specialist for Trim-Tex Inc.
J. Michael Osborne
December 5, 2025
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While expansion beads are commonly used in commercial construction, strategically installing them in long or transitional walls and ceilings of residential homes can prevent cracks, accommodate structural movement, and even enhance fire safety, despite creating visible lines in the finish.
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