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Tell the Energy Code TAG to just say “no” to costly new proposals

The Energy Code TAG—or technical advisory group—will be considering a number of costly new proposals on all-electric homes and increased…

Final call to claim rebates for Q1’22!

Builders still interested in claiming rebates for Q1’22 may still submit their claim this week. FINAL Q1’22 Claim Deadline is…

BIAW Builders “Nail Down” Top Spike Awards

Congratulations to BIAW’s 2021 Top Spike leaders—Chuck Neibert and Corey Condron! For those unfamiliar with the term, the National Association…

L&I approves new “emergency” wildfire smoke and heat exposure rules

The Department of Labor & Industries (L&I) recently announced new emergency rules related to Wildfire Smoke and Heat Exposure for…

Support BUILD-PAC at the BIAW Summer Board meeting

Now is the time for all good home-building industry supporters to come to the aid of their country! The BIAW…

BIAW energy code proposal clears first hurdle

The Washington State Building Code Council (SBCC) Residential Energy Code Technical Advisory Group (TAG) approved BIAW’s performance pathway proposal Friday.…