LBM Journal
Single-family permits continue weak pace
Over the first four months of 2019, the total number of single-family permits issued year-to-date nationwide reached 261,119. On a year-over-year basis, this is a...
Homeowners cautious with lines of credit despite equity gains
The current release of the Federal Reserve’s Z.1 Financial Accounts report of the U.S., also known as the flow of funds report, shows a...
Forbes names 84 Lumber among Best Large Employers
EIGHTY FOUR, Penn. — 84 Lumber has been named to Forbes’ list of America’s Best Large Employers of 2019. The privately held building materials supplier ranks...
MI Windows and Doors raises more than $1 million at annual charity event
MI Windows and Doors raised more than $1 million for its philanthropic organization, the MI Charitable Foundation, at its 21st annual golf tournament and...
DEWALT jobsite speaker
DEWALT’s new 12V/20V MAX Jobsite Bluetooth Speaker connects via Bluetooth to wirelessly stream music up to 100′ away. The speaker is compatible with 12V...
ACS acquires Freeborn Lumber Company
LOS ANGELES — American Construction Source (ACS), a national building materials platform for custom home builders and repair and remodel contractors, backed by Angeles...
LEVEL5 drywall finishing tools available through Grabber
By partnering with LEVEL5, Grabber, known for fasteners, now has a hand in finishing products. The tools are available in sets as well as...
Smart Vent Sealing Kit
Smart Vents are used for a home with a crawlspace or any enclosed area that desires natural air ventilation and flood protection. The vent...
Construction input prices see slight increase in May
WASHINGTON — Construction input prices rose slightly by 0.3% in May on a monthly basis and are up 0.6% over the last 12 months,...
Boomers cite durable materials among most-wanted home features
As of 2019, the entire baby boomer generation is now officially at least 55 years old. What do these 75 million consumers in a strong...