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

3/14/2022
Gimme Five: TAL Holdings acquiring Orofino Builders Supply
The deal gives TAL Holdings five more locations in Idaho.

Andy Carlo
3/14/2022
At PDIS 2022: Overcoming supply chain obstacles
Registration is open for the 2022 ProDealer Industry Summit in Washington, D.C.

Andy Carlo
3/13/2022
Metrie makes millwork moves in California
The millwork manufacturer and distributor is acquiring EL & EL Wood Products Corp.

Andy Carlo
3/13/2022
Talbert Building Supply expands in Virginia
The pro dealer plans to expand a Danville, Va.-based Plyer Supply Company location into a full-line lumberyard.

Andy Carlo
3/13/2022
Beacon accelerates share repurchase plan
The building products distributor is purchasing $125 million of its common stock.

Andy Carlo
3/13/2022
84 Lumber honors top performers
At its annual banquet, the pro dealer recognizes its Manager of the Year, Area Manager of the Year, and Rookie of the Year.

Andy Carlo
3/10/2022
Cameron Ashley names new regional sales VP
Jay Cole, a 20-year industry veteran, will drive sales and team development in the Southeast.

Andy Carlo
3/10/2022
Tractor Supply raises record funds for FFA
More than $1.1 million in funds will be used to support student agricultural projects run by FFA chapters.

Andy Carlo
3/10/2022
The Decking Issue is here
HBSDealer looks at the expanding importance of outdoor living and new decking products that are improving the at-home experience.

Andy Carlo
3/10/2022
Koppers employees recognized with STEP Ahead awards
Min Kuang and Amber Leech will be honored for career excellence and leadership.

Andy Carlo