How to Find a Reliable Flooring Contractor in York, PA
Looking for a flooring contractor in York, PA? Learn how to choose a flooring specialist, compare flooring options and find trusted YBA members.
How to Find a Reliable Roofing Contractor in York, PA
Need roof repair or replacement in York, PA? Learn how to choose a reliable local roofing contractor, handle storm damage and find a YBA member.
How to Find a Trusted Radon Mitigation Company in York County, PA
Looking for a radon mitigation company in York County, PA? Learn what to look for, what questions to ask, and find trusted local contractors through the YBA.
How to Choose the Best Electrical Contractor in York County
Need an electrician in York County, PA? Discover how to find a qualified electrical contractor and avoid costly mistakes when hiring.
York Builders Association Celebrates 2026 PEAK Achievement Award Winners
The York Builders Association is proud to announce the winners of the 2026 PEAK Achievement Awards, which honors excellence in all aspects of the building industry, from financial services and construction to community service and marketing designs.
How to Find a Reliable HVAC Contractor in York, PA
Find a reliable HVAC contactor in York, PA. Learn what to look for, red flags to avoid, and how to choose a trusted local professional.
​Latest NAHB News
- Existing Home Sales Fall despite Improved Inventory
by Fan-Yu Kuo on September 10, 2026Existing home sales fell for the third consecutive month as record-high home prices and elevated mortgage rates weighed on buyers. Mortgage rates resumed an upward trend after the July ceasefire ended. Geopolitical uncertainty, bond market sell-off and inflation concerns pushed rates to 6.71% last […]
- Energy Prices Rise Again in Augustby Jesse Wade on September 10, 2026
Residential building material prices, excluding energy, rose 0.2% in August and were up 5.1% from a year ago. Energy prices rose sharply in August, as prices for energy inputs to residential construction rose 6.6% over the month. Prices for services also rose, up 1.5% over the month and 7.8% higher […]
- Mortgage Applications Decline for Sixth Straight Month in Augustby Catherine Koh on September 9, 2026
Mortgage application activity continued to decline in August as elevated US treasury yields pushed mortgage rates higher. The Mortgage Bankers Association’s (MBA) Market Composite Index, a measure of total mortgage application volume, declined 3.2% month-over-month in August on a seasonally […]
- Who Are NAHB’s Builder Members?by Rose Quint on September 9, 2026
The National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) conducts an annual census to better understand the composition and characteristics of its members.  In 2025, 35% of NAHB’s membership was comprised of builder members—single-family and multifamily builders, residential and commercial remodelers, […]
- Single-Family Home Construction Time Declines in 2025by Na Zhao on September 8, 2026
Building a new single-family home took less time in 2025 compared to the previous three years. On average, it now takes 8.8 months from start to finish. That time includes 1.4 months for authorization to start construction and another 7.4 months to finish construction. Data from the Census […]
​Latest PBA News
- Construction Suicide Prevention Week
by Rick Cochran on September 10, 2026The construction industry has long faced one of the highest suicide rates among all professions. Recent data from the Center for Construction Research and Training (CPWR) shows encouraging declines in The post Construction Suicide Prevention Week appeared first on Pennsylvania Builders Association.
- PA One Call Service Adjustmentby Rick Cochran on August 25, 2026
Effective September 1, 2026, customers who call Pennsylvania 811 to place locate requests will be limited to one transaction per phone call. This adjustment is intended to help improve call The post PA One Call Service Adjustment appeared first on Pennsylvania Builders Association.
- Registrations for Fall PBA Regional Meetings Now Open
by Rick Cochran on August 18, 2026Registration is now open for the Fall 2026 Regional Meetings. Members often ask, why should I go to a Regional Meeting. The answer is simple – you need to get The post Registrations for Fall PBA Regional Meetings Now Open appeared first on Pennsylvania Builders Association.
- Fall Meeting Hotel Room Block Open
by Rick Cochran on August 11, 2026The Fall PBA Meetings and Board of Director meetings will be held November 4-5 at the Best Western Premier Hotel and Conference Center located at 800 E Park Dr, Harrisburg, The post Fall Meeting Hotel Room Block Open appeared first on Pennsylvania Builders Association.
- PBA Summer Meeting Wrap-Upby Rick Cochran on August 3, 2026
The summer meetings were held at the Omni Bedford Springs Resort July 23 and 24. Please see the committee reports and Board of Directors summary below. COMMITTEES Government Affairs The The post PBA Summer Meeting Wrap-Up appeared first on Pennsylvania Builders Association.
