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).
Why Now Is the Perfect Time to Consider a Career in the Building Trades
Consider a building trades career for high wages, job security, and growth opportunities. With rising education costs, the trades offer a fulfilling, flexible and stable alternative.
York Builders Association Presents 2024 PEAK Achievement Awards
The York Builders Association proudly announces the 2024 PEAK Achievement Awards winners, voted by industry professionals statewide and York County consumers. These prestigious awards celebrate excellence across the local building industry, recognizing outstanding achievements in building, remodeling, outdoor projects, design, marketing, and community service.
Spring Home Maintenance & Safety Checklist
Discover essential spring home maintenance tips & safety checklist. Prioritize tasks, inspect, & maintain your home for a safe season ahead.
​Latest NAHB News
- Custom Home Building – A Bright Spot for Construction
by Robert Dietz on May 25, 2026With overall single-family construction down 5% for the first four months of 2026, custom home building has been a relative bright spot. The custom building market is less sensitive to the interest rate cycle than other forms of home building but is more sensitive to changes in household wealth and […]
- Single-Family Built-to-Rent Slowed at Start of 2026by Robert Dietz on May 25, 2026
Single-family built-for-rent (or built-to-rent, BTR) construction fell back in the first quarter of 2026, as a higher cost of financing, increased multifamily supply and policy concerns over Congressional legislation related to institutional capital froze parts of the development market. […]
- Cyclical Weakness for Townhouse Constructionby Robert Dietz on May 22, 2026
First quarter 2026 data reveal softer conditions for townhouse construction volume as housing affordability challenges affect homebuyer demand. According to NAHB analysis of the most recent Census data of Starts and Completions by Purpose and Design, during the first quarter of 2026, […]
- Single-Family Home Size Posts Small Gainsby Robert Dietz on May 22, 2026
New single-family home size had been falling since 2015 in response to declining affordability conditions. An exception occurred in 2021, when new home size increased as interest rates reached historic lows. However, as mortgage interest rates increased in 2022 and 2023 and affordability worsened, […]
- Single-Family Starts Fall Amid Economic Uncertainty and Affordability Pressuresby Danushka Nanayakkara-Skillington on May 21, 2026
Single-family housing starts declined in April as builders faced continued economic uncertainty and affordability challenges, including higher construction costs, ongoing labor shortages and elevated financing expenses. The latest housing starts and permits data suggest that the overall […]
​Latest PBA News
- PA Home Improvement Contractor Registration – IMPORTANT
by Rick Cochran on May 18, 2026Due to a change in the Commonwealth Fiscal Code, 72 P.S. § 1603-U, the registration fee has been increased to $100 every two years. This fee applies to all new and renewal applications. There The post PA Home Improvement Contractor Registration – IMPORTANT appeared first on Pennsylvania […]
- 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 Economyby Rick Cochran on March 31, 2026
Cracks 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 […]
