Building Insight

The official magazine from the Building Industry Association of Washington

The BIAW Magazine

BIAW distributes its award-winning Building Insight magazine to roughly 8,000 member companies 6 times a year. It’s also mailed to members of the Washington state legislature, state, local, and county elected officials, news media organizations, and various business associations and organizations throughout Washington and the U.S.

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PWB Week
A 40-year analysis of housing affordability in WA
What you need to know about WA’s new income tax
BIAW General Election Voter’s Guide
Hard hat expiration and replacement
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Featured Stories

Celebrating Careers in Construction

For many, these careers offer a chance to earn a quality living without the expense of a traditional four-year degree. In 2025, the national median construction wage was $61,370—higher than the U.S. median annual wage of $50,980—and the top 25% of construction workers earned at least $83,480.

Wildfire recovery one home at a time

As friends, family and colleagues continue down the long road to recovery after surviving the Spokane Complex fires in early August, members of the Spokane Home Builders Association are stepping forward to help—not just as contractors but as trusted resources with the knowledge and compassion to bring relief after this senseless tragedy.

A discussion with NAHB's Bill Owens

After National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) Chair Bill Owens visited the BIAW Summer Board Meeting, BIAW President Aaron Marvin followed up with an in-depth chat about NAHB member benefits, advocacy, support for local associations facing disasters, and mental health.