5 Fun Upcycling Ideas for Leftover Gutters
Got some guttering left over from a construction job? Don’t throw it out! Here are some great ways to reuse and recycle this valuable resource.
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Better Home Insulation Tips
It secures a home’s energy envelope which means the homeowner saves money on energy bills and it makes for a more comfortable home. Proper installation of insulation is the key to success. It doesn’t matter what kind of insulation you choose, putting it in right will be the best way to ensure success.
Student Training in the Dallas Area with Phil Crone
Phil Crone talks about the labor challenges the Dallas construction industry faces and how to bring back training in trades
We Talk HBI curriculum with Steve Cousins
Learn more about the PACT curriculum and how it prepares students for the jobsite.
An HBI Success Story with Former Student, Chuck Vaughn
Studying carpentry with the HBI enabled Chuck Vaughn to enjoy a career in something he really loved. Chuck received both classroom and on-the-job training; “It’s the best thing I ever did.”
How the Home Builder’s Institute Changes Lives
HBI student Taylor Thompson discusses his experiences and how his carpentry course has changed his life.
Looking at the Home Builders Institute with David Howard
The HBI helps students to get their trade qualifications through PACT and helps with placement in the industry. The HBI partners with organizations to provide training without cost for youth and veterans.
Overview of the Home Builder’s Institute with John Courson
Looming labor shortages are at the forefront of every construction manager’s mind. The HBI is your partner in training the next generation of construction professionals. Our guest is John Courson, president and chief executive officer of the Home Builders Institute (HBI).
Village of Tiny Houses Gives Vets a Place to call Home
Now a new initiative by the Veteran’s Community Project (VCP), based in Kansas City, is creating a village of 50 tiny houses to provide housing for veterans in the area.
The Opioid Crisis in the Construction Industry
The opioid crisis has been declared a public health emergency and is claiming almost 100 American lives every day. The construction industry has not managed to escape the grip of this epidemic.
