Andy Carlo

Andy Carlo

LBM Editor

Author Profile

Andy Carlo has written about the lumber and building material industry, along with hardware and home improvement retail markets, since 2001.

Carlo wrote for HBSDealer's predecessors, National Home Center News and Home Channel News from 2001 until 2007. The LBM and Social Media Editor has written for a number of industry publications prior to joining HBSDealer in October 2017.

Prior to writing about the industry, Carlo worked for DM Construction, a New York-based residential custom home builder and remodeler in addition to writing for and managing several regional newspapers.

ARTICLES BY THIS AUTHOR

6/2/2022
Floor & Decor store count continues to surge
The home improvement retailer is on track to open 9 new locations in Q2.

Andy Carlo
6/2/2022
LP Building Solutions honored for conservation work
The building products manufacturer has been recognized as the Forest Conservationist of the Year in Tennessee.

Andy Carlo
6/2/2022
Altenloh, Brinck & Co. opens training center
The fastener manufacturer’s new center includes a classroom with a capacity for 114 people.

Andy Carlo
6/1/2022
NLBMDA promotes Congressional Yard Tours
The association reminds members of a strong grassroots tool.

Andy Carlo
6/1/2022
EYE on RETAIL: The top five U.S. retailers by 2026 will be ...
By 2026, Amazon is expected to hold almost 15% of U.S. retail market share.

Andy Carlo
6/1/2022
USGBC names Leadership Award recipients
The honors recognize leadership and commitment to the green building industry.

Andy Carlo
6/1/2022
Nation's Best strikes gold in California
The fast-growing Dallas dealer has acquired Calaveras Lumber and Sonora Lumber while entering the Golden State.

Andy Carlo
5/31/2022
Builders FirstSource launches $600 million note offering
Proceeds will be used to redeem previously issued notes due in 2027.

Andy Carlo
5/31/2022
US LBM acquires Truss Fab in Arizona
Truss Fab serves framing and building contractors for residential, multi-family, and commercial projects.

Andy Carlo
5/31/2022
Beacon acquires Complete Supply
The move strengthens Beacon’s position in the greater Chicago market.

Andy Carlo