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Crafting with CarePark View Homes
As an ENERGY STAR® builder, Park View Homes creates houses that are not only beautifully designed, highly functional, and crafted for everyday living, but are also engineered to be comfortable...
Over 25 Years of Designing, Building, & AchievingRidgeview Homes
Ridgeview Homes of Kitchener, Ontario has built a reputation for delivering thoughtfully designed homes and an exceptional homeowner experience. As a builder serving the Tri-City region, the company...
Going Green for Good: Passive Housing Made ManageableQuantum Passivhaus
Founded on the belief that the building of a sustainable dwelling should be quick, inexpensive, and accessible to all, Quantum Passivhaus produces certified Passive House panels that reduce energy...
Excellence Over Expansion: Crafting Exceptional Homes with Precision and PurposeBlueline Contracting
Perched on a steep Whistler cliffside, an A-frame home juts dramatically into open air, suspended by an intricate feat of engineering that allows residents to stand on the deck and gaze more than...
Quality Over Quantity: Building Better Homes in BCBercum Builders
Creating high-quality homes with skill and integrity has been the bedrock of Bercum Builders’ successful 40-year business. Founded in 1983 in British Columbia’s beautiful Okanagan Valley, this...
Transforming Spaces and Lives in Greater MonctonExtreme Kitchens and Extreme Homes
In construction, progress is often measured in production capacity and project timelines. But for Stephane Verdon, President of Extreme Homes and CEO of Extreme Kitchens, progress is just as deeply...
A Lean Team by DesignStratton Homes
When Kyle Newman talks about building homes, he rarely starts with square footage or finishes. Instead, he talks about legacy and time—about responsibility to families, communities, and the land...
Rethinking the Future of ConstructionNorseman Construction
For more than two decades, Kristofer Potts has approached construction with a mindset that blends hands-on experience with technological curiosity. As the CEO of Norseman Construction, Potts has...
Canada’s Ground Improvement SpecialistsMenard Canada
Known today as part of the western arm of a larger global construction company, Menard Canada is truly homegrown. The business behind Menard Canada, originally known as Geopac, was founded in 1971...
Expansion Focused on the Ultimate CustomerNorthumberland Properties
The towns of Amherst and Yarmouth, Nova Scotia have been home to local Real Estate Development company Northumberland Properties for over 15 years now. Since we previously highlighted the firm in...
Elevated Design, Optimized Processes, Exceptional CraftsmanshipArchadeck of Nova Scotia and CASE Design/Remodeling Halifax
A house becomes a home when it reflects the character and facilitates the lifestyles of those who reside there. Making your home feel like you is in fact the motivating force behind so many...
Redefining Energy-Efficient Construction in Atlantic CanadaRiko Passive Homes
In Atlantic Canada, where long winters, increasing cooling demands, and rising energy costs place constant pressure on homeowners and developers alike, construction performance is no longer a niche...
Becoming a Bucket List LocationConfederation Centre of the Arts
The Confederation Centre of the Arts has been a cultural and artistic hub for both the province of Prince Edward Island and Canada at large, for more than 60 years. Such a considerable lifespan...
Big Gains Ahead for Modular ConstructionModular Building Institute
Recent reports offer plenty of good news for the modular construction sector in both the United States and Canada. The value of the U.S. modular market was pegged at more than $20 billion in 2024...
Where Quality is BuiltAdvanced Construction
When David Preka founded Advanced Improvements, LLC 25 years ago, he set out with a mission to provide more than a service—he wanted to educate his clients and empower them to make informed...
Doing Big Business the Small WayRitz-Craft Corporation
As the demand for housing increases throughout the United States, Ritz-Craft Corporation of Mifflinburg, Pennsylvania is rapidly expanding its exciting world of mid- to large-scale modular...
Modernizing Modular EngineeringLochsa Engineering
Lochsa Engineering in Las Vegas, Nevada and Boise, Idaho is not your standard engineering firm. As a dynamic company with a fine touch for modular manufacturing, producing buildings as large as one...
Modular with a Mission to Reshape the Future of ConstructionIrontown Modular
When you hear the term modular housing, what comes to mind? For some, it may be the idea of cookie-cutter boxes rolling off an assembly line. But step inside Irontown Modular’s story, and you’ll...
Trust, Integrity, Value: Constructing a Perfect Partnership for SuccessAxis Construction/MODLOGIQ
“The best partnership isn’t based on the value that MODLOGIQ brings and that Axis Construction brings,” says Jim Gabriel, President and CEO of MODLOGIQ, Inc. “Real value is in the personal and...
Affordable Housing Meets InnovationIntegrity Modular Design and Construction
Ron Bourque, AIA, co-founder of Worcester, Massachusetts-based Integrity Modular Design and Construction, has spent over 35 years in architecture and construction, building a career marked by...
55 Years of Modular InnovationNorthgate Industries
When Northgate Industries celebrates its 55th anniversary this year, it does so not merely as a company that has endured, but as one that has continuously reinvented what modular construction can...
Doing it RightUS-Offsite
As a founder and owner of multiple successful companies, and with a career spanning over two decades in housing, architecture, and engineering, Dan Ferreira has learned a lot about scaling up a...
Establishing a Model for Modular ConstructionWind River Built
Wind River Built is a fast-rising, specialty construction company that custom-manufactures family homes, guest houses, cabins, and other structures. The Chattanooga, Tennessee-based company is eager...
Built to PerformDY Concrete Pumps
Based in Alvarado, Texas, DY Concrete Pumps Inc. is a family-owned company that sells concrete pumps, parts, and ancillary equipment. Since we spoke last year, the team has new products, an...
Simply Smarter SpacesFalcon Structures
From developers and politicians to the public, the words “modular construction” have been on the lips of many for years, with good reason. Interest in the field has been growing thanks to broader...
Think of a Coating and This Company’s Already Got It CoveredLife Specialty Coatings
Based in Santa Fe Springs, California, Life Specialty Coatings is one of America’s oldest and best-known manufacturers of a vast range of superior-quality coatings, including heat-reflective...
Cementing the Future of Concrete and Masonry ConstructionWorld of Concrete 2026
Offering a window into the future of building, World of Concrete (WOC) brings the world’s masonry and concrete industries together for more than just another trade exhibition. Currently in its 52nd...
Laying Foundations for SuccessTedesco Pacific Construction
Greg Tedesco began laying the foundation for his success in the concrete industry in 1978, when he cemented his career in California’s ready-mix sector before transitioning into slip-form...
People-Focused from Day OneSilver Strike Concrete/Folsom Ready Mix
Sacramento, California-based concrete supplier Folsom Ready Mix was founded in 1999 by Scott and Lisa Silva. At the time, Scott was working as a small concrete contractor specializing in landscaping...
Expanding Horizons – From Used Equipment to New Opportunitiesiwi Concrete Equipment Group
When you talk to the leadership team at iwi Concrete Equipment Group, it quickly becomes clear that this isn’t just a business; it’s a legacy built on grit, expertise, and genuine relationships....
Family Owned Fire Protection for Over 70 YearsAAA Fire Protection
For over 70 years, AAA Fire Protection has been a trusted partner, delivering dependable fire protection services throughout the Pacific Northwest. Based in Seattle, Washington, this family-owned...
Exploring New OpportunitiesDaley’s Drywall & Taping Inc.
Daley’s Drywall & Taping Inc. is an award-winning, family-owned drywall contracting firm founded over half a century ago. Based in Campbell, California, Daley’s offers metal framing, drywall,...
This Plumbing and Mechanical Contractor Makes a Big TransitionDHE Plumbing
DHE Plumbing marked its 20th anniversary this year in a big way by transitioning to full employee ownership, all the while maintaining a tradition of exemplary work. Based in Grandville, Michigan,...
Family Is the Foundation of SuccessNEFCO Geotechnical Contractors
Everyone knows that a building’s longevity—and the safety and comfort of those who use it—depends on the strength of its foundation. With so many moving parts on any given project, it is specialty...
A Vision for Transformative, Sustainable ArchitectureLeers Weinzapfel Associates
Leers Weinzapfel Associates (LWA), a trailblazing architectural firm based in Boston, Massachusetts, has long been known for its commitment to public architecture that enhances communities and...
A Seaport with a History – and a FutureCity of Salem, Massachusetts
Preparing to celebrate its 400th birthday in 2026, Salem, Massachusetts is “America’s bewitching seaport,” says Mayor Dominick Pangallo. Although notorious for the witch trials of 1692, when 25...
Florida’s Voice Shaping Transportation ConstructionFlorida’s Voice Shaping Transportation Construction
The Florida Transportation Builders Association (FTBA) knows all about connecting people and organizations in the industry, supporting processes and legislation, promoting quality work, and...
Concrete Roots: How Family and Fortitude Built HHIHeavy Highway Infrastructure
Technical skill, friendship, and family support are all vital company values that have shaped and influenced much of what Heavy Highway Infrastructure (HHI) strives to accomplish in its projects,...
Safety by DesignBlount-Sanford Contracting Company
In everyday life, where people are working hard to create inclusive and welcoming spaces, the word ‘barrier’ can suggest a limit—a restriction. But when it comes to our daily commute, concrete...
A Bold Approach to Custom HomesMiller Marriott Construction Co.
When faced with a client who wanted to build a house dangerously near a cliff, the team at Miller Marriott Construction Co. did not blink. “We have a reputation for being able to get our homes into...
Fulfilling Client Visions With Boutique ProjectsJoseph Douglas Homes
Joseph Douglas Homes (JDH) was founded by engineer Deron Butler in 1998, beginning operations as a single-family home builder and remodeling company in the Menomonee Falls area of Wisconsin....
Breaking Down Barriers by Building up People and CommunitiesMilwaukee Habitat for Humanity
Habitat for Humanity is a U.S. non-governmental, tax-exempt Christian nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the lives of people and communities by breaking down the barriers to affordable...
Smart, Sustainable Growth – Living and Thriving in Oneida CountyOneida County Economic Development Corporation (OCEDC)
Founded in 1989 to support and encourage economic growth across the county, the Oneida County Economic Development Corporation (OCEDC) focuses on helping Wisconsin businesses grow by assisting...
Taking Concrete from Cold to BeautifulTilt Wall Ontario
Need a long-lasting, cost-effective, and architecturally versatile building product? Tilt Wall Ontario’s expertise in tilt-up construction and design helps clients create structures that are both...
Female Leadership in Action – Leading with Purpose, Performance, and HeartThe Third Estimate
In the competitive and ever-evolving landscape of home improvement, The Third Estimate stands apart not merely because of the quality of its services, but because of its deeply ingrained purpose....
Being the Best in the BusinessBest Choice Roofing
When he founded Best Choice Roofing (BCR) in 2009, Wayne Holloway had the vision of creating the finest full-service roofing company in America. Less than 20 years later, Holloway has transformed...
Illinois’ Roofing Experts – Top Rated and TrustedCentral Roofing
Central Roofing, LLC, with locations in Mattoon, Sullivan, and Champaign, Illinois, is a licensed, bonded, and insured roofing contractor, and since its founding in 2012 has provided thousands of...
The Modular Construction Industry Makes Monumental StridesModular Building Institute
The modular construction industry in North America is enjoying a surge of popularity, with rising housing starts, a big regulatory victory, and growing public acceptance. “The industry around the...
Quality Modular Homes – Because It Takes a Family to Know What Families NeedRitz-Craft
70 years in business is a long time for a family. As one of the country’s finest off-site residential and commercial prefabricated building contractors serving a large construction-developer client...
Constructing an Answer to Canada’s Most Pressing QuestionROC Modular
With a growing population breaking the 40-million mark, the demand for housing in Canada has never been greater. A lack of housing supply and challenges of affordability have widened the gap,...
Tiny Home Construction Goes ModularWind River Built
For most of its existence, Wind River Built of Chattanooga, Tennessee designed, manufactured, and delivered Park Model tiny homes—that is, mini-residences on wheels. The specialty construction...
The Peak of PerfectionApex Homes
Modular homes have never been this beautiful. And, as one of the country’s leading experts in prefabricated modular home construction, Apex Homes’ projects are every bit as good-looking as they are...
Building Better Together – How Two Determined Companies Collaborate to Take the Lead in ModularAxis Construction/MODLOGIQ
Collaborating for more than 20 years on myriad impressive projects, Pennsylvania modular manufacturer MODLOGIQ and New York general contractor Axis Construction Corp. have employed modular...
Building Synergy: How Collaboration and Innovation are Transforming the Construction IndustrySynergy
Synergy was founded in April 1990, a time when the word "synergy" wasn't the buzzword it is today. The name was chosen with intention and purpose, reflecting the vision of the owners, Pam and Larry...
Making Relationships the PriorityDC Engineering
In 1998, Dave Cutbirth established DC Engineering on the idea that when relationships are prioritized, people and projects will flourish. Solid relationships are built upon trust, which paves the...
A Leading Company and a Mission to Expand Modular SpaceAMB Modulaire
AMB Modulaire has built a legacy in the modular space. Known for its strength as a fleet owner and its construction and project management expertise, the company is looking to expand its services...
Pioneering Modular Solutions for Housing and Community ImpactUS-Offsite
US-Offsite has quickly made a name for itself in the modular building industry. Founded in 2018 and based in Anderson, California, the company began production in 2023. With an office team of 13 and...
Transforming the Bricks and Mortar of BusinessROOM
When open-plan offices were introduced decades ago, many companies thought it was a great idea. Instead of traditional floor plans with multiple individual offices, there was a drastic shift toward...
Accessible Net-Zero HousingBrightBuilt Home
Based in Portland, Maine, BrightBuilt Home is a design firm that gives end users easy access to high-performance net-zero homes across the state and beyond. Staffed with experts specializing in...



























































