In this letter to the editor, a California contractor argues that the federal government's lead-paint program isn't worth the cost and should be abandoned.

The National Association of the Remodeling Industry stresses the importance of preserving the health and safety of employees, trades, and clients in an update to its code of ethics.

Using the International Energy Conservation Code as a guide for improving existing buildings.
Total spending expected to be about $9.5 billion by 2025.

Try these foam products to stay code-compliant where fire-blocking is necessary.
Tougher new requirements take effect in 2014.
Changes in Southern pine's values will affect trusses, joists, and rafters.

Using the International Energy Conservation Code as a guide for improving existing buildings.

The new code includes stricter energy efficiency requirements and more-straightforward rules for accessibility.

The Environmental Protection Agency has sent out postcards to 540,000 contractors as part of its continuing education effort.