Bathroom Remodeling Experts: Your Partners in Creating an Oasis
The bathroom oasis is trending. In recent years, the trend of creating spa-like bathrooms in residential homes has gained significant popularity, and for good reason. People are increasingly seeking...
15 Remodeling Terms Every Homeowner Should Know
Discover 15 key remodeling terms every homeowner should know to navigate your project smoothly and communicate better with your contractor.
Preparing Your Pennsylvania Garden for Winter: Essential Tips for Ground and Container Plants
Prepare your PA garden for winter with tips from the York Builders Association on protecting in-ground plants, potted plants & shrubs.
YBA Announces First Annual South Central PA Construction Expo: An Event for Industry Professionals
The York Builders Association is excited to announce the inaugural South Central PA Construction Expo, set to take place on Thursday, October 10, 2024, at Wyndham Garden York. This highly anticipated event is designed to bring together professionals from across the construction industry, including builders, remodelers, contractors, and suppliers, to network, learn, and explore the latest innovations and trends shaping the future of the industry.
Community Impact: YBA Members Making a Difference – Spotlight on TC Backer Construction, LLC
The York Builders Association is proud to spotlight TC Backer Construction, LLC, and we look forward to seeing their continued positive impact in the years to come.
Jeffrey L. Henry Honored with Prestigious Mack Smith Award for 2024
Jeffrey L. Henry, owner of Jeffrey L. Henry, Inc., and Henry Realty, was recently honored with the 2024 Mack Smith Award by the York Builders Association (YBA).
​Latest NAHB News
- Housing Inflation Moderates Amid Higher Energy Costsby Fan-Yu Kuo on January 15, 2025
Inflation edged up to a five-month high in December as energy prices surged, accounting for more than 40% of the monthly headline increase. Inflation ended 2024 at a 2.9% rate, down from 3.4% a year ago, although the last mile to the Fed’s 2% target continues to be challenging. While core […]
- Single-Family Permits Up in November 2024 Â by Danushka Nanayakkara-Skillington on January 15, 2025
Over the first eleven months of 2024, the total number of single-family permits issued year-to-date (YTD) nationwide reached 912,910. On a year-over-year (YoY) basis, this is an increase of 8.2% over the November 2023 level of 843,654. Year-to-date ending in November, single-family permits were up […]
- Residential Construction Inputs Price Growth Slows in 2024by Jesse Wade on January 14, 2025
Prices for inputs to new residential construction—excluding capital investment, labor, and imports—were unchanged in December according to the most recent Producer Price Index (PPI) report published by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. This index grew 0.8% over 2024, the lowest yearly […]
- Solid Job Market in Decemberby Jing Fu on January 13, 2025
The U.S. labor market finished 2024 with solid job growth and a decrease in the unemployment rate. In December, wage growth slowed. Wages grew at a 3.9% year-over-year (YOY) growth rate, down 0.3 percentage points from a year ago. Wage growth is outpacing inflation, which typically occurs as […]
- Residential Construction Loan Volumes Decline Over the Third Quarterby Jesse Wade on January 10, 2025
The total volume of outstanding acquisition, development, and construction (AD&C) loans made by FDIC-insured institutions fell for the third consecutive quarter during the third quarter of 2024 to a volume of $490.7 billion, down from $495.8 billion in the second quarter. Interest rates […]
​Latest PBA News
- Winter Regional Meeting Registration OPEN!by Rick Cochran on January 7, 2025
Registrations are now open for the 2025 Winter Regional Meetings. Regional meetings are important opportunities for PBA members to stay informed and to have their voices heard. Please check to The post Winter Regional Meeting Registration OPEN! appeared first on Pennsylvania Builders Association.
- Meet Dean Hilliard, 2025 PBA Presidentby Rick Cochran on January 2, 2025
On January 1, 2025, Dean Hilliard assumed the office of PBA President. Read below to learn more about Dean, his ties to the industry, and his plans for the Pennsylvania The post Meet Dean Hilliard, 2025 PBA President appeared first on Pennsylvania Builders Association.
- Year-End Message from Tom McCosby, PBA Presidentby Rick Cochran on November 25, 2024
As the year winds down, I would like to thank everyone who has worked to make PBA a more modern, responsive organization. First, John Olson started us on a path The post Year-End Message from Tom McCosby, PBA President appeared first on Pennsylvania Builders Association.
- Mohegan Pennsylvania Accepted Winter Meeting Reservationsby Rick Cochran on November 25, 2024
Plans are underway for the 2025 PBA Committee and Board of Directors meetings. The meetings, along with the annual Installation Gala, will be held March 20-22, 2025, at the Mohegan The post Mohegan Pennsylvania Accepted Winter Meeting Reservations appeared first on Pennsylvania Builders […]
- PBA Mourns Past President Gene Kreitzerby Rick Cochran on November 20, 2024
Gene Kreitzer, 2009 PBA President, passed away suddenly on November 18 in Lebanon County. Mr. Kreitzer, who owned and operated Gene Kreitzer Construction in Fredericksburg since 1978, was an active The post PBA Mourns Past President Gene Kreitzer appeared first on Pennsylvania Builders Association.
