2027 BLSJ Officer and Board of Director Nominees Announced
BLSJ VP of State Affairs Steve Shriver, Consulting Engineer Services; BLSJ Past President Sam Paparone, Paparone New Homes; Michael D’Orazio, Brookfield Construction/Eastern Pacific Development; 2026 BLSJ President Nick Fiocchi, Brookfield Construction/Eastern Pacific Development and BLSJ VP Paul Atlas, Ryan Homes ready to visit the exhibits at the Associate Trade Show. on October 21.The Builders League of South Jersey’s Nominating Committee has recommended Paul Atlas, Ryan Homes to serve as the 2027 BLSJ
BLSJ Members to be Honored with Industry Awards on November 18
The Builders League’s Awards Committee has announced this year’s industry award winners, who will be honored at the 2026 Building & Remodeling Awards of Excellence Gala on November 18 at Lucien’s Manor in Berlin. 2026 BLSJ Award Recipients Builder of the Year – Paul Atlas, Ryan Homes Associate of the Year – Elizabeth Goss, Custom AV Integrators Remodeler of the Year - Pete Del Rossi, Emmons, LLC Joseph Van Osten Lifetime Achievement Award – David Waronker, CBD Land Investors, LLC.. Distinguished
BLSJ EVP Tells Assembly Committee Permiting Reform Needed
BLSJ Executive Vice President Rick Van Osten testified before the New Jersey Assembly Commerce and Economic Development Committee on October 5, emphasizing the urgent need for meaningful permitting reform to expand housing production and improve affordability across the state. NJBA CEO Jeff Kolakowksi also provided comments on ways to improve housing production. He informed the committee that regulatory requirements add about 26.4% to the cost of a new home. In 2025, the average new home price in the seven
Member Spotlight - Rahn Contracting
Rahn Contracting Matt Rahn 4268 S Black Horse Pike Williamstown, NJ 08094 856-629-5097 www.therahncompanies.com office@therahncompanies.comYears in business: 14 yearsYears in the Builders League of South Jersey: 11 yearsWhat products and services does your company provide? We offer construction exterior punch list and bond release services throughout South Jersey. Getting your bond released should not be stressful or time consuming. Rahn Contracting can accommodate most exterior punchlist projects,
South Jersey Builder & Remodeler Series Fills the Conference Room
Shawn Overturf, Director of Purchasing, Lennar spoke at the Associates Committee's South Jersey Builder & Remodeler Series on September 15 at the League office. Shawn gave an overview of Lennar and answered questions such as how they work with subcontractors and product suppliers, and the preferred way for new vendors to approach them for business. Pictured below are: BLSJ VP of Associates Joe Campbell, Champion Disposal; 2nd BLSJ VP of Associates Heather Sabetta, Ace Engineering and Construction
Help A Soldier’s Journey Home Identify Land for a Future Veteran Home
Help A Soldier’s Journey Home Identify Land for a Future Veteran HomeA Soldier’s Journey Home (ASJH) is a national 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that brings together first responders, veterans, tradespeople, business leaders, and community volunteers to build specially adapted, mortgage-free, accessible homes for veterans with disabilities. Since completing our first home in 2015, ASJH has built homes across the country using an extraordinary model: more than 150 volunteers come together to complete
Member Spotlight: HD360 Productions
HD360 Productions Jarred GoeckelerOwner 54 Dartmouth Drive Delran, NJ 08075 (908) 801-6265jarred@hd360prod.comwww.hd360productions.com Years in business: In business since 2019. Years in the Builders League of South Jersey: New member.What products and services does your company provide? HD360 Productions is a strategy-led video production studio. We help builders, remodelers, and home service companies create video that does more than look good. It wins bids, builds trust before the first site
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Member Spotlight: Custom AV Integrators
Custom AV IntegratorsElizabeth GossDirector of Business Development303 Bailey RoadMullica Hill, NJ 08062(856) 343-4700 egoss@customavnj.comwww.customavnj.com Years in business: 12 Years in the Builders League of South Jersey: 3 What products and services does your company provide? Custom AV Integrators is a team of home technology architects, designing, installing, and supporting integrated technology solutions for luxury homes and commercial spaces. From home automation and
Member Spotlight: Floor Coverings International
Floor Coverings International 5 N Olney Ave, Cherry Hill NJ 08003https://www.eastcoastfloorcoverings.com/ Contact Name: Doug Brown Phone # & e-mail: 856-669-9634, doug@cherryhillfci.com Years in business: Personally 8 years. Business has been around for over 25 years Years in the Builders League of South Jersey: 1 What products and services does your company provide? Supply and install of carpet, laminate, LVP, Hardwood, Tile. Sand and refinish of existing hardwood floors. Service both residential
Prepare Your Home Now for Hurricane Season
The Atlantic hurricane season began June 1 and runs through November 30 making this a good time to prepare your home for any extreme weather that may come. Regardless of the weather, if you follow these tips you’ll have finished some home maintenance that you’d want to have done anyway. And in case there is a storm, you’ll have what you need to batten down your house and be ready for contingencies. First, inspect your rain gutters and downspouts. Make sure they are well secured to the house and clear
NAHB Approves BLSJ's Professional Women in Building Council
The National Association of Home Builders' Professional Women in Building Council (PWB) formally approved the Builders League's newly-formed PWB Council during the Spring Leadership Meeting in Washington, D.C. on June 11. Kelly Kolarski, APR Supply attended the meeting when the approval was granted and will be serving as chair of the BLSJ's PWB Council. The PWB Council serves as the voice of women in the building industry who are dedicated to promoting industry professionalism and supporting
Should You Buy a New or Existing Home?
A home is one of the most significant purchases a person will make in their lifetime. There is no question that the cost of purchasing a home has been challenging recently. Yet, despite some affordability hurdles, many individuals continue to buy a house to invest in their future. There are many important decisions to make when it comes to buying a new home based on price, location, and type. One of the buyers' first decisions is to purchase a new or existing home. Older homes may offer charm or maybe in a
Golfers Hit the Links at BLSJ Summer Outing
BLSJ members and their guests hit the links for an afternoon of golf and making business connections at the BLSJ Summer Golf Outing at the Legacy Club at Woodcrest on June 22, 2026. Fortunately, we did not have a repeat of last year and Mother Nature held off on the drenching rain until we were in the clubhouse for dinner and the awards presentation. Click here to see photos from the event. Putting Contest - Luke Vallese, Vallese Contractors Closest to the Pin #7 – Brandon Lynch, Closest to the Pin
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
Builders & Remodelers - Set Yourself Apart with NAHB’S Master Credentials
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
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
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
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
