Local Builders Push For Affordability During National Homeownership Month
As the Builders League of South Jersey celebrates National Homeownership Month in June, builders in South Jersey continue to advocate for housing policies that will improve affordability in our community. According to the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB), approximately 65% of U.S. households (88 million) cannot afford a median-priced new home, which now costs nearly $415,000. “Housing affordability is one of the most pressing issues facing our community, and homeownership remains out of reach
Builders League Scholarship Foundation Awards $14,000 in 2026
BLSJ Scholarship Foundation President Robert Washburn announced scholarship awards totaling $14,000 were presented to four students from southern New Jersey who will be matriculating in an accredited, post-secondary school and pursuing a course of study related to real estate and the construction industry. This year's recipients include Anthony Mazza of Galloway, who plans to study carpentry at the Ideal Institute; Davone McCord of Gloucester City, who is majoring in Construction Management at Rowan
Member Spotlight: Avalon Flooring
Avalon Flooring Martin Birdy 2030 Springdale Road Cherry Hill, NJ 08003 m.birdy@avalonflooring.com www.avalonflooring.com Years in business: 68 years Years in the Builders League of South Jersey: 12 What products and services does your company provide? Tile, flooring, carpet and window treatments Have you performed any community service or charitable efforts within the last year? Yes, donations to the St. Jude Dream Home in Manasquan, NJ. What do you see are the most important issues in the
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Member Spotlight: Alside Supply
Alside Supply Lindsay Byrne Sales Representative 300 Constance Drive Warminster, PA 18974 (267) 717-9017 lbyrne@alside.comhttps://www.alside.com/ Years in business: 79 years Years in the Builders League of South Jersey: 6 months What products and services does your company provide? Alside is a leading wholesale distributor of exterior building products, providing contractors and builders with high-quality solutions for residential and commercial projects. Our product offering includes vinyl
Member Spotlight: Jersey Specialized Hauling Inc.
Jersey Specialized Hauling Inc. Lauren KesslerSales Director PO Box 608 Old Bridge, NJ 08857 609-366-3224lauren@jerseyspecializedhauling.comhttps://jerseyspecializedhauling.com Years in business – 9Years in BLSJ – Joined February 2026 What Products and services does your company provide? Specialty Waste/Recycling Services Have you performed community service or charitable efforts within the last year? Tunnel for Towers, Wounded Warriors, New Jersey State Police
Congratulations to the 2026 Annual Sales And Marketing Award Winners
Congratulations to the Winners of the 2026 Annual Sales & Marketing Awards Click hereto download a copy of the Winners Book below.
South Jersey Builder & Remodeler Series Features Ryan Homes
Matthew Ritter from NVR / Ryan Homes spoke at the Associates Committee's South Jersey Builder & Remodeler Series on March 10 at the BLSJ office. Matt gave an overview Ryan Homes, how they work with subcontractors and product suppliers, and the preferred way for new vendors to approach them for business. Pictured above are VP of Associates, Joe Campbell, Champion Disposal; 2nd VP of Associates Heather Sabetta, Ace Engineering and Construction Services LLC; Matt Ritter, NVR/Ryan; Kelly Kolarski, APR
BLSJ Blood Drive Surpasses 2025 Donations
The BLSJ Sales & Marketing Council hosted the 4th Annual Blood Drive in partnership with the Red Cross. The event space was generously donated (again) by Patrick Kane of Taylor Wiseman & Taylor. The blood drive exceeded our wildest expectations, and we were able to surpass our 2025 numbers with 39 pints of blood of which 12 were Power Red that count as double the donation. We had 5 first-time donors and one donor self-identify as African American or black. Their donation will get a special
Bathroom Remodeling Is Most Common Project in 2025
Every quarter, the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) conducts a survey of professional remodelers. The first part of the survey collects the information required to produce the NAHB/Westlake Royal Remodeling Market Index (RMI). The survey collects information required to produce an overall reading which is calculated by averaging two indices: 1) the Current Conditions Index and 2) the Future Indicators Index. The Current Conditions Index is an average of three components: the current market for
NAHB Expands Member Savings Program with New Partners and Big Benefits in 2026
The NAHB Member Savings Program continues to deliver significant value for members. In 2025, NAHB members saved a total of more than $40 million through a variety of exclusive offers designed to support their businesses and everyday operations. With a growing portfolio of partners and programs, NAHB Member Savings remains a powerful benefit of NAHB membership – and momentum continues to build.Savings Highlights in 2025 The past year saw several additions to the Member Savings Program, particularly in
NJBA Keeps Builders and Remodelers Working
For over 75 years, the New Jersey Builders Association (NJBA) has been the building and remodeling industry’s voice in Trenton promoting pro-housing proposals and commenting on other initiatives that may affect the availability and affordability of housing and remodeling. Click here to read a summary of NJBA’s main legislative, regulatory, and legal achievements over the last year that helped your business.Housing is a Key Element in the EconomyConstruction of 100 new single-family homes in a typical
Compliance Bonds for NJ Home Improvement Contractor Businesses
by Bob Incollingo Promotional emails have been flying, all about the new compliance bond requirement for New Jersey home improvement contractors. So what is a compliance bond, and why now? First, a reminder. The new compliance bond requirement has nothing to do with the existing liability insurance requirement for contractor business registration. Second, some vocabulary. A bond is a three-way contract between a bonding company, or surety, who guarantees that
Numerous Opportunities to Market Your Company at BLSJ
Builders League Marketing Opportunities We offer members the opportunity to market to the home building and remodeling industry through various print, digital and sponsorship opportunities. These platforms give you a variety of choices and strategies to market your company to our membership. Here is a snapshot of the opportunities offered. Please reach out to Marlene Spencer, marlene@blsj.com 856-616-8460, ext. 201 to see how we can help craft a campaign to accomplish your goals.Banner AdsGet a powerful
