Built America Magazine

06/10/2026

Looking back at some of our favorite industry highlights from earlier this year, like our feature on WesPro JCB Atlanta's expansion in Norcross.

Industry growth in action! At [Built America Magazine], we were proud to cover the opening of their new 14,000-sq-ft hub. With 10 service bays and a dedicated parts warehouse, they’ve set a great example of how local infrastructure support can help contractors across the Atlanta metro area cut downtime and keep their projects moving.

If you missed our feature on this strategic growth, you can check it out here:

WesPro JCB opens second Atlanta-area facility in Norcross, GA

06/09/2026

Shaping the future. Breaking barriers. Leading the way.

We are officially curating a highly select group of women-owned and women-led companies for something we’ve been incredibly intentional about building: Built America Magazine’s 2026 Women in Construction Special Edition.

Produced in partnership with the Florida Building Material Alliance (FBMA) and D&A Construction Advisors LLC, this national feature spotlights women who are redefining construction, development, manufacturing, architecture, and the skilled trades.

📍 The Launch: This special edition will debut at the 2026 Women's Summit this September (16th–18th) at the Margaritaville Resort Orlando in Kissimmee, Florida!

This isn’t a regional spotlight—this is a national stage for the women who are actively shaping the future of the built environment. We are celebrating the trailblazers of today so the next generation of women can look at this industry and see a clear reflection of their own potential.

Keep an eye on your inbox; we are reaching out to a limited number of standout companies this week. Will yours be one of them?

06/08/2026

06/05/2026

Is traditional construction dying, or just getting an upgrade?

Legacy builders aren't abandoning their roots—they are adapting. With labor shortages and rising material costs hitting hard, the smartest brands are turning to hybrid models that blend time-tested site craftsmanship with precision modular efficiency.

As we break down in our latest feature at Built America Magazine, the biggest hurdle isn't capability... It's culture.

Check out the full piece to see how the industry's most trusted names are evolving to thrive in the next generation of home building.

Builders and developers: Are you sticking to 100% site-built, or are you blending in prefab components? Let's talk in the comments!

Long-standing skills make legacy builders slow to embrace modular change, but education and outreach are driving gradual adaptation.

06/05/2026

Welcome Simpson Strong-Tie as a 2026 FBMA Women’s Summit Silver Sponsor!

Simpson Strong-Tie is a global leader in structural building solutions, helping builders, dealers, and contractors design and construct safer, stronger homes and buildings. Since 1956, they've been known for innovative products, engineering expertise, and a commitment to supporting the construction industry.

We're proud to have Simpson Strong-Tie supporting the 2026 FBMA Women’s Summit and the women who help drive our industry forward.

Interested in sponsoring the event? View sponsorship opportunities and learn how your company can get involved here 👉 https://members.fbma.org/atlas/forms/general/5

2026 FBMA Women’s Summit is powered by D&A Construction Advisors LLC and Built America Magazine

06/04/2026

Why are America’s most respected construction firms almost impossible to find online?

No paid ads. No lead funnels. No social media presence. In 2026, many legacy builders are completely fine with staying silent.

It’s not an oversight—it’s a highly deliberate strategy. When your pipeline is built entirely on reputation, master craftsmanship, and decades of reliable delivery, traditional marketing can actually attract the wrong volume instead of the right fit.

But this model has a major vulnerability: Succession. >
What happens to a relationship-driven pipeline when the founder steps down?

Read our latest feature to unpack the operational reality behind the Legacy Builder playbook, the discipline of saying "no," and how firms are evolving to protect their continuity for the next generation.

Legacy builders still thrive in 2026. Uncover the timeless skills modern construction overlooks and the secrets they rarely share.

06/01/2026

Want to put your brand in front of 278,000+ construction leaders for FREE?

We are giving away a premium full-page advertisement in Built America Magazine across 3 consecutive issues—in both our luxury print and digital editions.

If your business operates in construction, development, or provides materials and services to builders, this is your slot to claim. No cost. No catch.

👇 Click the link below to head to our official LinkedIn page to read the guidelines and enter now!
https://www.linkedin.com/company/built-america-magazine/

Contest runs June 1–26. Winner announced June 30 on LinkedIn.

05/27/2026

⚠️ IMPORTANT NOTICE: Unauthorized Third-Party Vendor Outreach ⚠️

To our featured companies, partners, and subscribers: It has come to our attention that an unauthorized third-party company has been contacting businesses featured in Built America Magazine. They are attempting to sell commemorative plaques and products tied to published articles and features.

We want to make it completely clear that Built America Magazine, Harrison Kelly Media Inc., and our affiliated publications have NO relationship, partnership, affiliation, or authorization connected to these outreach efforts.

Key details to know:
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We deeply value the trust you place in us and want to proactively ensure your business is protected. Please share this update with your marketing or administrative teams.

05/27/2026

The buzz around The Modular Movement Edition isn't slowing down—and neither is the industry.

Following the incredible response to our latest magazine issue, we’re keeping the conversation going on the blog. Traditional building methods alone can't keep pace with today's housing challenges, but offsite and modular construction are completely changing the playbook.

Our latest follow-up article on the Built America Magazine Article spotlights the key industry organizations and innovators featured in this edition—including Francis Palasieski of the American Building Materials Alliance (ABMA), alongside the forward-thinking companies driving this major shift in modern construction.

Let us know your thoughts on where the industry is heading in the comments!

05/25/2026

On this Memorial Day, the team at Built America Magazine pauses to honor and remember the brave men and women who gave their lives for our freedom.

The foundations of our nation are built upon their ultimate sacrifice. Their legacy of courage, duty, and service inspires us every single day. We honor their memory, we respect their bravery, and we remain forever grateful.

Today, let us stand united in gratitude for our fallen heroes and their families.