The Buildertrend Blog
Tag: Construction Trends
60+ construction statistics, benchmarks and trends for 2026
Explore 60+ construction industry statistics, benchmarks and trends for 2026, including housing demand, labor shortages, profitability, technology adoption and more.
The California permitting problem: How local builders are keeping projects moving
California permitting delays are disrupting schedules, budgets and client communication. Learn how builders keep projects moving with better systems and workflows.
The new benchmark for builder efficiency: Early findings from Buildertrend’s 2026 data report
Explore construction industry trends for 2026. See how top builders improve efficiency, control costs and outperform the competition.
How documented processes drive construction efficiency in 2026
See how documented processes and construction systems drive efficiency in the 2026 State of Residential Construction Industry report.
How to build home equity faster: Builder-approved upgrades that pay off
Discover the builder-approved upgrades and strategies to build home equity faster and boost long-term home value.
How will national builders entering local markets affect small builders?
Learn what small builders can do to stay competitive, protect their business and thrive in their local markets – without starting a price war.
Community in construction: A look at the future of networking
Hear why Buildertrend’s new online community dedicated to contractors is changing the future of construction networking groups.
Builders have hope for the future as mortgage rates fall
Discover how falling mortgage rate trends are sparking buyer demand and giving homebuilders hope for growth heading into 2026.


