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

4/5/2022
Webinar Alert: How dealers are cashing in on decking and outdoor living
A panel of pro dealers will discuss the growing outdoor living category and the impact of increased decking sales.

Andy Carlo
4/5/2022
Renovation and remodeling during the pandemic
The 2022 Remodeling Impact Report sheds light on projects, trends, and spending.

Andy Carlo
4/4/2022
Masonite names new SVP
Jim Pelletier joins the door manufacturer as general counsel and corporate secretary.

Andy Carlo
4/3/2022
US LBM acquires Crown Components
Arizona-based Crown serves framing and building contractors for residential, multi-family, and light commercial projects.

Andy Carlo
4/3/2022
Construction employment returns to pre-pandemic levels
Residential construction adds 7,600 jobs in March as unemployment decreases.

Andy Carlo
4/3/2022
Branding moves from Hardwoods Specialty Products
Along with a new logo, Hardwoods has launched a new website and tagline.

Andy Carlo
4/3/2022
WPL recognized by DuPont as Distributor of the Year
Criteria for the award included corporate integrity, community stewardship, respect for customers, business planning, and market leadership.

Andy Carlo
3/31/2022
SRS Distribution expands in New York
The Texas distributor has acquired Florence Corporation and Amagansett Building Materials of Long Island.

Andy Carlo
3/31/2022
Culpeper acquires Tennessee treating plant
The manufacturer of pressure treated lumber says the move strengthens its distribution coverage.

Andy Carlo
3/30/2022
Derby partners with Rocco Building Supplies
Rocco will distribute TandoStone, Beach House Shake, and TandoShake in Virginia and surrounding areas.

Andy Carlo