Construction Top Stories

A History of Wall and Ceiling Systems in the U.S.

wyattj@bnpmedia.com (John Wyatt) — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 00:00:00 -0400

A history of the craftsmen, contractors and materials that built America's walls and ceilings.

Dear Anna: 6 Marketing Metrics Every Roofing Contractor Needs

Mon, 29 Jun 2026 13:35:01 -0400

Track the six marketing metrics that improve lead quality, sales, and long-term roofing growth.

How Air Barriers Support Healthier Indoor Air

Fri, 26 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400

The case for air barriers in healthy building design rests on thinking about the envelope as a system rather than a collection of individual layers.

SkillsUSA Champ Builds Thriving Business, Makes Team USA

kernt@bnpmedia.com (Tanja Kern) — Tue, 23 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400

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.

Build Trust That Wins More Contracts Now

Fri, 19 Jun 2026 14:36:24 -0400

On the “If Walls Could Talk” podcast, A-Squared Marketing CEO Anna Anderson talks about why referrals, certifications and media coverage remain critical trust signals today for contractors.

Safety Standards Must Hold Across Every Jobsite

Fri, 19 Jun 2026 13:50:38 -0400

Safety isn’t just compliance. By building consistent habits and quick risk checks into daily work, contractors can reduce incidents and keep crews protected without slowing production.

Employment Risks and Severance

Fri, 19 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Legal Insights Expert Trent Cotney explains what is entailed with terminating a problematic employee.

Metal Siding Drives High-Performance Wall Systems

Mark@markfowler.org (Mark Fowler) — Mon, 15 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Metal cladding boosts durability, moisture control, and install speed in modern wall systems.

When Designing for Health, Don’t Forget to Look Up

Fri, 12 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Material choices are health decisions—improving air quality, acoustics, and daylight while supporting sustainability, safety, and circularity through smarter ceiling specifications like stone wool.

SPF Success Starts with a Strong Team Approach

tom@letstalkpur.com (Tom Harris) — Thu, 11 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Tom Harris explains how trusted partnerships help spray foam contractors win more work safely.

Air, Water, Vapor Barriers: What Matters Most

ldalgleish@airbarrier.org (Laverne Dalgleish) — Mon, 08 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Understanding air, water and vapor barriers is essential for airtight, durable wall and ceiling assemblies that meet modern code and performance demands.

Jason Bertoniere Inc. on Historic Renovation

wyattj@bnpmedia.com (John Wyatt) — Thu, 04 Jun 2026 10:19:09 -0400

Historic Benjamin Button home restoration showcases expert plastering and painting craftsmanship.

Steady Growth, Strong Field Execution: Inside GK Knutson’s Institutional Project

wyattj@bnpmedia.com (John Wyatt) — Mon, 01 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400

GK Knutson navigates tighter margins and complex institutional work by prioritizing disciplined growth, field execution and team development in the Pacific Northwest interiors market.

Data Centers Drive Steel Framing Demand Surge

allen@steelframing.org (Don Allen P.E., S.E., LEED A.P.) — Fri, 29 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Many argue that the current pace of data center construction is not sustainable, but the question is: when will this slow or end? And how will data center construction change over the next few months and years?

Data Center Risks Amid Oil Price Volatility Issues

Wed, 27 May 2026 14:25:32 -0400

Legal Insights Expert Trent Cotney explains oil costs, data centers and contract exposure issues.

Doug Kramer: PolyCon Expands Roofing Foam Solutions

Wed, 27 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400

In the latest episode of If Walls Could Talk, Jill Bloom speaks with PolyCon’s Doug Kramer, an insulation industry figure, on spray foam innovation today.

The Danger of Assumptions on the Jobsite

Mark@markfowler.org (Mark Fowler) — Fri, 22 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400

A simple story reveals how assumptions about intent can lead to conflict—on jobsites and beyond—highlighting the importance of clear communication over speculation.

Horizon Interiors Discusses Labor, Growth in Chicago

wyattj@bnpmedia.com (John Wyatt) — Tue, 19 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Horizon Interiors' Rudy Kadiric discusses labor, demand and technology investments.

Art Unlimited Rebrands as A-Squared Marketing

Mon, 18 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400

A-Squared Marketing rebrands with expanded AI search optimization services aimed at helping contractors strengthen online visibility and customer engagement.

Innovative Donor Wall at Cupertino Library

Mon, 18 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Cupertino Library’s courtyard transforms donor recognition into an architectural feature, using light, color and material to create an engaging, community-focused public space.

SPF Market Pushes Toward Measurable Quality

tom@letstalkpur.com (Tom Harris) — Fri, 15 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Advances showcased around the Spray Polyurethane Foam Alliance convention point to tighter ratio control, jobsite verification and new formulations with cost and environmental implications. For contractors, the shift links directly to installation quality, documentation, risk reduction and bid strategy.

Aligning Performance, Speed and Design with Metal Panels

Thu, 14 May 2026 13:25:33 -0400

Facing labor, cost and carbon pressures, builders turn to insulated metal panels to streamline construction, boost performance and deliver faster, more predictable, high-efficiency building envelopes.

QXO Just Changed the Game-Here's What Contractors Are Asking

aisnera@bnpmedia.com (Art Aisner) — Wed, 13 May 2026 16:45:32 -0400

Consolidation and vertical integration are reshaping the construction landscape—and wall and ceiling contractors should be evaluating the risk now.

Why Architects Are Falling Back in Love with Plaster

Wed, 13 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Decorative plasters are moving into the mainstream, driven by luxury demand, sustainability, and global construction growth. For contractors, success hinges on mastering application techniques, material selection, and substrate prep as textured, high-performance finishes reshape expectations for modern wall systems.

Top 25 Ceiling Contractors of 2026

kernt@bnpmedia.com (Tanja Kern) — Tue, 12 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Suspended ceilings demand precision, code compliance and tight field coordination. Our Top 25 Ceiling Contractors are leading the way—delivering high-quality installations while managing labor, materials and complex project schedules across diverse markets. See which firms are setting the standard for efficiency, safety and consistent performance.

Boost Profits with AI Scheduling

Thu, 07 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400

AI scheduling tools help contractors quickly adapt to delays, reduce idle time and hidden costs, and keep crews productive, safe and compliant.

Seattle Ceiling Contractor Builds with Purpose

wyattj@bnpmedia.com (John Wyatt) — Tue, 05 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Seattle contractor delivers precise suspended ceilings, complex geometry and on-time execution.

Cameron Group on What it Means to be a Top 25 Insulation Contractor

wyattj@bnpmedia.com (John Wyatt) — Thu, 30 Apr 2026 10:58:49 -0400

Cameron Group’s fourth-generation leadership drives insulation performance and independence.

5 Marketing Moves for Qualified Leads Now

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 10:25:32 -0400

Art Unlimited CEO Anna Anderson shares proven tactics subcontractors can execute now to generate consistent, qualified local leads.

Contractors Eye Growth at CISCA Summit 2026

kernt@bnpmedia.com (Tanja Kern) — Mon, 27 Apr 2026 17:00:00 -0400

Read highlights of the Ceilings & Interior Systems Construction Association (CISCA) Summit, which emphasized education, technology and cautious optimism amid steady demand and evolving market conditions.