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

3/18/2021
Learn and grow at the 2021 ProDealer Industry Summit
The educational forum is designed to promote the success of lumber and building product dealers, manufacturers, distributors, and wholesalers.

Andy Carlo
3/18/2021
A special anniversary at The Lester Group
The pro dealer, real estate developer and timberlands company celebrates 125 years in Virginia.

Andy Carlo
3/17/2021
Lowe's adds FLEX to its tool arsenal
The home improvement giant is bringing onboard a new brand and lineup aimed at pro customers.

Andy Carlo
3/16/2021
Webinar Alert: The Home Depot Rental talks shop
Executives from The Home Depot Rental division will discuss what’s in store for the equipment rental market.

Andy Carlo
3/16/2021
Parksite extends Maibec distribution agreement
The partnership includes Eastern White Cedar and Stave’s Lake Western Red shingles.

Andy Carlo
3/16/2021
Housing starts dive in February
The West is the lone region to show gains in housing starts for February.

Andy Carlo
3/16/2021
Steni expands partnership with Omnis
An engineered composite of stone and fiberglass, Steni panels offer flexibility, longevity, and a 60-year warranty.

Andy Carlo
3/16/2021
Tractor Supply raises big funds for FFA
The farm and ranch retailer’s Grants for Growing fundraiser supports agricultural education and development.

Andy Carlo
3/15/2021
84 Lumber, SkillsUSA team up with NFL great Jerome Bettis
"The Bus” will participate in SkillsUSA signing events in the Pittsburgh area.

Andy Carlo
3/15/2021
Fortress Building Products is headed to the highway
The Total Solutions Tour looks to showcase decking, railing, fencing, and framing to pros in dozens of cities.

Andy Carlo