Spring Exterior Check: What Winter May Have Done to Your Home
Winter can be tough on your home. Use this spring exterior checklist to spot roof, siding, gutter, and foundation damage before small problems turn into costly repairs.
Sponsor Spotlight: Yoe Construction
Learn how Yoe Construction’s commitment to professional development supports strong teams, positive culture, and accessible education for YBA members.
Discover Inspiration at the 2026 York Home & Garden Show
Kick off your next home project at the 2026 York Home & Garden Show. Explore exhibitors, hands-on workshops, DIY deals, and educational sessions, Feb 6–8.
York Builders Association Announces the 58th Annual York Home & Garden Show
The York Builders Association is proud to announce the 58th Annual York Home & Garden Show, returning February 6–8, 2026, in the UPMC Arena at the York Expo Center.
5 Ways Contractors Can Strengthen Their Local Presence Without Paid Ads
York PA contractors can grow their local presence without ad spend. Learn how networking, Google profiles, reviews, and community efforts make a difference.
Building Better Together: The Benefits of Joining the York Builders Association
Looking to connect with local builders, remodelers, and contractors in York, PA? Discover how YBA Association membership strengthens our local industry and helps your business grow.
​Latest NAHB News
- Count of Second Homes Declines in 2024
by Na Zhao on April 17, 2026In 2024, the number of second homes in the U.S. was 6.2 million, accounting for 4.3% of the nation’s housing stock, according to NAHB estimates. This reflects a modest decline from 2022, when the number reached 6.5 million. This decline suggests some cooling following the pandemic-era surge in […]
- Young Adults Report More Interest in the Construction Trades: 2026 Surveyby Rose Quint on April 16, 2026
NAHB estimates the U.S. has a structural housing deficit of 1.2 million units. Among the myriad of headwinds home builders face trying to close that gap is the industry’s chronic shortage of workers in the construction trades. This shortage is responsible for an approximate $11 billion per year […]
- Builder Sentiment Posts Notable Decline on Economic Uncertaintyby Robert Dietz on April 15, 2026
Economic uncertainty coupled with rising building material costs and interest rates resulted in a sharp decline in builder sentiment in April as the housing market enters into the heart of the spring buying season. Builder confidence in the market for newly built single-family homes fell four […]
- Higher Energy Prices Increase Residential Construction Costsby Jesse Wade on April 14, 2026
Energy input prices increased in March at their fastest pace since June of 2020 as the conflict in Iran shocked critical global supply chains. Building material prices, excluding energy, rose for the eleventh straight month. Price growth for trade services slowed while transportation and […]
- Single-Family Permits Decline Sharply to Start 2026by Danushka Nanayakkara-Skillington on April 14, 2026
Residential construction activity began 2026 on a mixed note, with single-family permitting weakening significantly while multifamily activity remained relatively stable. Higher borrowing costs and affordability constraints continue to weigh on single-family construction, while multifamily […]
​Latest PBA News
- Housing Headwinds: War and Economic Uncertainty Continue – News from NAHB’s Eye on the Economy
by Rick Cochran on March 31, 2026Cracks are showing in the economic foundation due to the Iran war. As NAHB Economics forecasted at the International Builders’ Show, the housing market needed stability to have a better The post Housing Headwinds: War and Economic Uncertainty Continue – News from NAHB’s Eye on the Economy […]
- Winter 2026 PBA Committee and Board of Directors Meeting Recapby Rick Cochran on March 23, 2026
Committee Reports GA The GA committee met and discussed several issues including builder liability, anti-indemnification in construction contracts, the Governor’s Housing Action Plan and the Solomon bill package we have The post Winter 2026 PBA Committee and Board of Directors Meeting Recap […]
- West Side Career and Technical School Approved as New PBA Endorsed Trade Program Partner
by Rick Cochran on March 19, 2026The West Side Career and Technical School in Kingston, Pennsylvania, has officially been approved as a new partner school in the Pennsylvania Builders Association (PBA) Endorsed Trade Program, marking an important step in strengthening The post West Side Career and Technical School Approved as […]
- PBA 2026 Installation Gala
by Rick Cochran on March 16, 2026Just a few photos of our Installation Gala held on March 13 at the Hotel Hershey. Bob Peterson, NAHB First Vice Chair was on hand to administer the oath of The post PBA 2026 Installation Gala appeared first on Pennsylvania Builders Association.
- Update on the Home Improvement Contractor Registrationby Rick Cochran on January 21, 2026
This information comes directly from the Attorney General’s Home Improvement Contractor Registration page on their website. All information is current as of 1/20/26. PBA will continue to give updates. Please The post Update on the Home Improvement Contractor Registration appeared first on […]
