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

5/17/2021
James Hardie sales soar in Q4
North American fiber cement sales jump 17%.

Andy Carlo
5/16/2021
At PDIS: What's ahead for LBM
With headwinds remaining, experts from John Burns Real Estate Consulting will break down what’s on the horizon for the industry.

Andy Carlo
5/16/2021
A lumber demand snapshot from Maine
Hillside Lumber maintaining high inventory, according to WGME report.

Andy Carlo
5/16/2021
Global moves from PPG
The paint maker acquires Wörwag while expanding in China.

Andy Carlo
5/16/2021
A rise to the top at Professional Drywall Construction
Nick Shaink looks back on a career and hitting the right goals.

Andy Carlo
5/16/2021
Builder confidence holds steady in May
A lack of labor and lot availability is likely to continue pushing up the prices of new homes.

Andy Carlo
5/13/2021
James Hardie has a new message
Fiber cement building products manufacturer launches “It’s Possible” campaign.

Andy Carlo
5/13/2021
Floor & Decor acquiring Spartan Surfaces
The move will extend the retailer's reach into the commercial market.

Andy Carlo
5/13/2021
NLBMDA urges Washington to resume lumber talks with Canada
Commerce Secretary’s office ready to discuss LBM industry concerns.

Andy Carlo
5/12/2021
NAR says more economic growth expected
National Association of Realtors Chief Economist Lawrence Yun forecasts strong home sales growth for 2021.

Andy Carlo