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Real estate shoppers urged to ask for help to avoid Chinese drywall

Jan. 11--BRADENTON -- Homebuyers shopping the real estate market have plenty to consider before they commit to a purchase.

9 Tough Breaks For The Housing Industry In 2009

Builders had to deal with new appraisal rules, limited lending, Chinese drywall, and more.

CPSC Report: Chinese Drywall Caused Homes' Woes

With "strong association" made, government now will try to determine extent of problem and find possible remedies.

Grand Hall Eternal Hybrid Water Heater

Eternal hybrid water heater functions like a tank or tankless water heater.

Standby Generators From GE and Briggs & Stratton

New line of generators are smaller and more affordable than traditional systems.

Orbit Industries 12-Volt Well Lights

12-volt well lights offer adjustable tilting lamps.

Obama to outline rebates for energy efficiency

WASHINGTON - Consumers would collect on-the-spot rebates of $1,000 or more for buying insulation, water heaters or other equipment to make...

Portland, Ore., Establishes Eco-Districts

Progressive city takes neighborhood-scale approach to reducing greenhouse gases.

A Collection of the Most Energy-Efficient Windows and Doors

New glazing technology has created a generation of super-efficient windows and doors.

EPA Issues New Lead Paint Rules

New mandates will hold contractors to more stringent safety protocols.

Cold Weather Painting

Q: I have some homes that need exterior painting, and cold weather is closing in. My painters say they can paint outdoors when it’s as cold...

Antiquity Outdoor Columns

Royal Outdoor Products offers a diverse collection of outdoor columns in its Royal Décor Antiquity line. The all-vinyl columns range from...

2010 Builders' Show Products, Day 1

BUILDER Readers' 10 Favorite Products of '08

Sliding door hardware tops the list.

10 Things You Must Put in Your Next House

Add these features to boost the value of your homes with your buyers.

CertainTeed Settles Shingle Lawsuit

Without admitting fault, the company agrees to pay more to homeowners with defective shingles.

10 Things You Should Put in Your House in 2010

Boost a home's quality and performance with these products.

A Roof That Changes Color?

Scientists at MIT experiment with a chameleon-like black and white roofing material that could take green to a new level.