The cost of housing’s labor shortages is going up. There’s no reason not to expect the price tag to do anything other than get higher....
Archive for month: September 2017
18.092017January 8, 2019
Operation Blue Roof Program Available in Some Florida Counties
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) installed the first temporary roof for the Operation Blue Roof program Saturday in Collier County. “The first temporary...
18.092017January 8, 2019
Executive Order Allowing Contractors to Repair & Install Roofs
A recently executed emergency order by Governor Scott and DBPR Secretary, Johnathan Zachem allowing general, residential or building contractors to repair and install roofs. This...
15.092017January 8, 2019
President’s Report: Rebuilding Communities When Disaster Strikes
As President of the FHBA, I sincerely hope this morning’s e-mail finds you well following Hurricane Irma. As members of the building industry, we are...
15.092017January 8, 2019
Hurricane Rebuilding in U.S. Drives Push to Ease Softwood Tariffs
The U.S. government is facing increasing pressure to reach a deal with Canada on softwood lumber, as demand for construction materials is expected to spike...
15.092017January 8, 2019
Material Prices Continue to Rise in August
It is still unclear how demand from repairs needed following Hurricanes Harvey and Irma will impact material prices in the long term. But the effects...
14.092017January 8, 2019
Twenty-One Additional Florida Counties Designated for Individual Assistance
Homeowners, renters and business owners in Brevard, Citrus, DeSoto, Glades, Hardee, Hendry, Hernando, Highlands, Indian River, Lake, Marion, Martin, Okeechobee, Orange, Osceola, Pasco, Polk, St....
13.092017January 8, 2019
Florida Home Builders Urge Caution: DON’T BECOME A VICTIM A SECOND TIME
The storm may be over, but the worst may be yet to come. Unlicensed contractors have taken to the streets in communities devastated by Hurricane...
13.092017September 13, 2017
Florida Home Builders Urge Caution: DON’T BECOME A VICTIM A SECOND TIME
Florida Home Builders Urge Caution: DON’T BECOME A VICTIM A SECOND TIME For Immediate Release: TALLAHASSEE – The storm may be over, but the worst may...
07.092017January 8, 2019
Hurricane Preparation & Resources
Hurricane Irma is currently projected to impact Florida this weekend and into next week. While the exact track and strength are uncertain, Florida is likely...