York Builders Association Presents Annual Parade Of Homes
17 new and remodeled homes in York County will open their doors for free self-guided tours on September 14 and 15, from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. For nearly three decades, the York Builders Association and its members have been hosting the York Parade of Homes. The Parade of Homes is presented by long-time sponsor Traditions Mortgage, a division of York Traditions Bank.
Local Builders and Chefs Team Up For Annual Chefs On Parade Event
As a special preview to the York Builders AssociationÂ’s annual Parade of Homes, three new and remodeled home projects will be featured in the Chefs on Parade event on September 12, from 5 – 9p.m.
Considering YBA Membership? We Should Talk!
At the York Builders Association, we take great pride in being the premier resource for the home building and remodeling industry in York County! This means that we provide our members with opportunities for professional development, mentorship, business resources and advocacy for the building industry. We also provide support &Â resources to consumers seeking reliable professionals in the industry.
York County Business Owner Testifies At Public Hearing On Construction Workplace Misclassification Act
The Pennsylvania House Labor and Industry Committee recently held a public hearing on the Construction Workplace Misclassification Act (Act 72) and a package of bills that aim to strengthen the Act. Carmen Witmer of J.D. Witmer Drywall, Inc. in Dover, PA was invited to testify on behalf of the Pennsylvania Builders Association.
This Territory Manager for a National Family of Window & Door Brands Got His Start in the Trades Out of Necessity, But He Wouldn’t Change a Thing!
Damon Keeler, Territory Manager for Marvin Doors & Windows, shares his story. How his starter job at a lumber company led to a successful career and why heÂ’s passionate about changing the perception about careers in the skilled trades.
York Business Owner, Barry Strine Awarded For Achievements
Barry Strine, President of Strine’s Heating & A/C has been awarded the 2019 Mack Smith Award from the York Builders Association (YBA). This award is part of the PEAK Achievement Awards, presented annually by YBA. The Mack Smith Award recognizes an individualÂ’s commitment to the goals and objectives of the Association and their contribution to the Association, the profession, and their community.
​Latest NAHB News
- Single-Family Starts Down on Economic and Tariff Uncertaintyby Danushka Nanayakkara-Skillington on May 16, 2025
Economic uncertainty stemming from tariff issues, elevated mortgage rates and rising building material costs pushed single-family housing starts lower in April. Overall housing starts increased 1.6% in April to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 1.36 million units, according to a report from the […]
- Cost of Credit Eases for Builders and Developersby Paul Emrath on May 15, 2025
The cost of credit for residential Land Acquisition, Development & Construction (AD&C) eased in the first quarter of 2025, according to NAHB’s survey on AD&C Financing. During the quarter, the average contract interest rate declined on three of the four categories of loans tracked in […]
- Soft Spring Selling Season Takes a Toll on Builder Confidenceby Robert Dietz on May 15, 2025
Builder confidence fell sharply in May on growing uncertainties stemming from elevated interest rates, tariff concerns, building material cost uncertainty and the cloudy economic outlook. However, 90% of the responses received in May were tabulated prior to the May 12 announcement that the United […]
- Permit Activity Declines in March 2025by Danushka Nanayakkara-Skillington on May 14, 2025
Permits continue a downhill trend for the third month in a row. Over the first three months of 2025, the total number of single-family permits issued year-to-date (YTD) nationwide reached 232,221. On a year-over-year (YoY) basis, this is a decline of 3.8% over the March 2024 level of 241311. For […]
- Inflation Eased Again in Aprilby Fan-Yu Kuo on May 13, 2025
Inflation slowed to a 4-year low in April while shelter inflation remained elevated. Despite the easing, inflation may pick up in the coming months as possible inflationary pressure from enacted tariffs and other policy uncertainties continues to threaten economic growth and complicate the Fed’s […]
​Latest PBA News
- Registration open for Summer Committee and Board Meetingsby Rick Cochran on May 12, 2025
The Summer PBA Committee and Board of Directors meetings will take place at the Omni Bedford Springs Resort July 24 and 25 (there will be a welcome hospitality reception at The post Registration open for Summer Committee and Board Meetings appeared first on Pennsylvania Builders Association.
- PBA Well Represented on Residential Code Development Committeeby Rick Cochran on May 5, 2025
The Residential Code Development Committee just wrapped up five days of hearings in Orlando hearing 369 proposals to modify the IRC. Â The second set of hearings will be in October The post PBA Well Represented on Residential Code Development Committee appeared first on Pennsylvania Builders […]
- Reserve Your Room at the Omni Bedford Springsby Rick Cochran on April 28, 2025
Reservations are now being accepted for Summer PBA Committee and Board of Directors meetings at the Omni Bedford Springs Resort. The meetings will be held July 24 and 25 starting The post Reserve Your Room at the Omni Bedford Springs appeared first on Pennsylvania Builders Association.
- Registration for the PBA Summer Regional Meetings is Openby Rick Cochran on April 25, 2025
Registrations are now open for the 2025 Winter Regional Meetings. THIS IS YOUR CHANCE TO HAVE A SAY IN YOUR ASSOCIATION A Regional Meeting may just be the most important The post Registration for the PBA Summer Regional Meetings is Open appeared first on Pennsylvania Builders Association.
- FREE Build Science Programs for Members and Studentsby Rick Cochran on March 26, 2025
The Pennsylvania Housing Research Center shared the following information Build Science curriculum with PBA. This is a free resource for all members – as well as a great tool for The post FREE Build Science Programs for Members and Students appeared first on Pennsylvania Builders Association.
