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Residential builders see increase in work (access required)

by Brad Iverson-Long

Published: November 14,2012

Tags: Associated General Contractors of America, Brighton Homes, CBH Homes

The construction industry is still regaining its footing in the wake of the recession. However, one segment appears to be more stable than others. Residential business, according to the Associated General Contractors of America, has improved 21 percent thus far in 2012 – more than five times greater than commercial or retail. And it’s the only ...
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