The state of Florida added 22,300 construction jobs in 2016, equating to a 5.1% growth (according to the Labor Department).  This was more than any other state by comparison in 2016, according to Associated General Contractors (AGC). Here’s how construction growth is expected to go in 2017: New Home Construction: National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) is projecting Read more about NAHB & ABC Construction Forecast for 2017[…]

As most of us are finding out since July 1st, the new building codes are more stringent, requiring greater energy efficiency. Simply translated – this means higher construction cost.  Now even higher insulation values are needed to demonstrate energy compliance – and for attics, this can be a real challenge. While batt or blown insulation Read more about New Codes require more attic insulation…but there’s no room[…]