Michael Berger
Michael Berger is the former managing editor for HANDY Magazine and has been writing about home improvement and construction for the past sixteen years.
In Depth: Decks
While decks become more sophisticated, manufacturers seek ways to simplify.
In Depth: Deck railings & accessories
Railings and accessories provide distributors and contractors alike with profit-turning potential.
In Depth: Deck fasteners
They might be hidden, but the importance of deck fasteners is far from invisible.
In Depth: Lumber and structural panels
With shortages in skilled labor expected to continue, the lumber industry is turning to innovation to keep pace with expected growth.
In Depth: Moulding & Trim
Evolving aesthetics and product lines signal a shift to simplicity and durability.
In Depth: Insulation and housewrap
With more than 100 companies competing in the U.S. insulation and housewrap materials industry, there is a fierce ongoing battle to create thermal and water barrier products that will outperform the competition.
In Depth: Fasteners
Strength, speed, and efficiency all describe today's newest fasteners.
Hardware: Hassle or high-margin opportunity?
It’s easy to fall into the trap of thinking that the hardware buyer isn’t the pro customer, that it’s mostly homeowners and DIYers.
In Depth: Racking and Delivery
Efficiencies and logistics in today's racking and delivery equipment delivers increased productivity and profitability for LBM dealers. There was a time in the not-so-distant past...
In Depth: Roofing systems
Product performance and energy efficiency dominate in today's roofing world. There was a time when roofing materials weren’t paid that much attention to. Most homeowners...