INSIGHTS AND TRENDS BLOG

What do you do when you need to figure out how to cut 10% off a build project without compromising the quality? The go-to question always seems to be, “What are you willing to give up?” But is this really the right question?

Even with today’s high home prices and high mortgage rates, many people are still willing to move — largely because of major life events such as marriages, births, and retirements.

For builders of new homes, the pressure to cut costs has many looking at millwork – such as doors, windows and moulding – as a potential area to save; however, those details can also help motivate buyers to purchase smaller homes.

The recent headwinds in the housing market have many flashing back to the crisis in 2008. but there are several important differences between what is happening now and what happened then.

The Federal Reserve is raising interest rates to help battle inflation. What does that mean for the building industry?

Millennials are reaching the age where they're buying larger houses. What does that mean for the housing market, and how are builders responding?

Enhancing outdoor spaces is a big trend in home remodeling, and more and more people are choosing composite decking due to its versatility, simplicity, and increasing design options.

We're is proud to include thousands of talented women across the country among our team members. For Women in Construction week, we asked for nominations to highlight some of the best. We received hundreds of nominations, so it was tough to pick only a few, but here are some of the best you can expect to work with at Builders FirstSource.

Four expert tips for taking things to the next level: Three seasoned remodeling pros recently sat down for a webinar panel discussion with Builders FirstSource. Here are some highlights from the lessons, insights, and advice they shared.

When manufacturers hit pause back in March and April, no one expected the market to rebound as quickly as it did. 

Matt Risinger, CEO of Risinger Build, teamed up with three industry experts in Dallas at Builders FirstSource's 300,000 square-foot custom mill shop for an episode of Build Show LIVE.

Chances are you’ve started to “feel the pinch” when it comes to supply shortages. Builders FirstSource has three tips to prevent the situation from becoming too painful.

Our Window Specialists leverage their knowledge and experience to make any window-related project run smoothly. Here are 5 ways Builders FirstSource’s Window Specialists can help improve your window replacement project.

We are thrilled to introduce Shannon Homes Design Build as Builders FirstSource’s first Featured Pro!

You only get one first impression, so make it count. Read up on Builders FirstSource’s advice for choosing an entry door that enhances rather than distracts from a home’s exterior.

Rely on Builders FirstSource for a solution that works for you. We have the resources and talent to execute your vision.