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NAHB International Builders’ Show 2026
February 17 @ 9:00 am - February 19 @ 5:00 pm
NAHB International Builders’ Show 2026
Quick context: IBS is one of the most relevant U.S. events for residential construction and building product ecosystems. It is useful for builders, product suppliers, and procurement teams evaluating materials, tools, systems, and partner networks.
Why this event matters
- High concentration of residential construction suppliers
- Strong fit for product and vendor comparison in one visit
- Useful for identifying near-term purchasing and partnership opportunities
Who should attend
- Homebuilders and general contractors
- Building products distributors/dealers
- Procurement and project management teams
- Business development teams in construction supply chains
What to expect on ground
- Product demonstrations and category-specific exhibitor zones
- Vendor meetings around price, lead time, and supply reliability
- Practical discussions on operational efficiency and build timelines
Preparation checklist
- Define top product categories and supply pain points
- Build a shortlist of must-meet vendors
- Use a comparison sheet for commercial and technical scoring
- Set post-show follow-up ownership before attending