Top Home Improvement Projects to Tackle Before Winter
Get your home ready for winter! Discover fall home improvement projects that boost comfort, efficiency, and value with trusted York County contractors.
South Central PA Construction Expo Returns for Its 2nd Year: Free Admission for Contractors Who Pre-Register
The York Builders Association (YBA) is bringing back the South Central PA Construction Expo for its second year, offering contractors, suppliers, and building industry professionals a full day of networking, education, and hands-on access to the latest tools and technologies.
What Pennsylvania Contractors Need to Know About Employee Verification Laws
Learn what PA contractors need to know about the Employee Verification Act (CIEVA) and E-Verify compliance to avoid fines and protect your business.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) for the South Central PA Construction Expo
Explore exhibitor, attendee, and sponsorship details for the South Central PA Construction Expo, the area’s top event for contractors and construction pros.
Thinking About Hiring a Contractor in Pennsylvania? Read This First.
Pennsylvania doesn’t license most contractors, but many must be registered. Learn what HIC registration means and how to verify a contractor’s status.
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​Latest NAHB News
- Mostly Unchanged Demand, Lending Conditions for Residential Mortgages in First Quarter
by Eric Lynch on May 14, 2026Lending standards and demand for most types of residential mortgages were essentially in the first quarter of 2026, according to the recent release of the Senior Loan Officer Opinion Survey (SLOOS). For commercial real estate (CRE) loans, lending standards for multifamily construction & […]
- Residential Construction Input Prices Move Higher In Aprilby Jesse Wade on May 13, 2026
Prices rose across a host of goods and services used in residential construction. Rising energy prices were the primary driver, but transportation service prices also rose at their fastest pace since 2022. Meanwhile, building material prices, excluding energy, rose at their highest yearly rate in […]
- Delinquencies Holds Steady in First Quarter of 2026by Catherine Koh on May 13, 2026
Consumer loan delinquency rates continued to normalize in the first quarter of 2026 as pandemic-related disruptions diminished and credit conditions moved closer to historical norms. According to the latest Quarterly Report on Household Debt and Credit from the Federal Reserve Bank of New York, […]
- Inflation Outpaced Wage Growth in Aprilby Fan-Yu Kuo on May 12, 2026
Inflation accelerated to a nearly three-year high in April, driven by continued increases in energy costs from the Iran war. Energy costs drove more than 40% of the monthly increase, with national gasoline prices soaring above $4.50 in early May for the first time since July 2022. With energy costs […]
- Consumer Credit Accelerated in Q1 2026by Onnah Dereski on May 12, 2026
In the first quarter of 2026, consumer credit grew at a slightly faster pace than in years prior amid positive yet sluggish economic growth and rising inflation pressure. According to the Federal Reserve’s G.19 Consumer Credit Report, total outstanding U.S. consumer credit reached $5.14 trillion […]
​Latest PBA News
- Wilkes-Barre Area CTC Dedicated to Providing Quality Education
by Rick Cochran on May 8, 2026The final re-certification visit of the year for the Pennsylvania Builders Association’s Endorsed Trade Program recently concluded at Wilkes-Barre Area Career & Technical Center, where an impressive 10 programs earned The post Wilkes-Barre Area CTC Dedicated to Providing Quality Education […]
- Summer 2026 Regional Meeting Registration OPEN
by Rick Cochran on April 27, 2026Registration for the Summer Regional Meetings is now open. Regional Meetings are the most important for members to attend. This is where members can be informed about what’s going on The post Summer 2026 Regional Meeting Registration OPEN appeared first on Pennsylvania Builders Association.
- Summer Room Block & Registration is NOW OPEN!
by Rick Cochran on April 20, 2026With the warmer temperatures, thoughts are turning to summer. The PBA Summer Roundtables and Board of Directors gathering will take place once again at the Omni Bedford Springs Resort in The post Summer Room Block & Registration is NOW OPEN! appeared first on Pennsylvania Builders Association.
- 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 […]
