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

10/22/2020
Canfor swings to big profits in Q3
The Vancouver-based lumber producing giant sees record-high lumber earnings.

Andy Carlo
10/22/2020
Major Huttig shareholder objects to acquisition offer
Investment firm 22NW, LP says an offer from Mill Road Capital undervalues Huttig’s potential.

Andy Carlo
10/22/2020
Benjamin Obdyke names new market development manager
Karl Feucht brings 13 years of building products knowledge to the position.

Andy Carlo
10/22/2020
84 Lumber launches Houston hiring drive
Job seekers will learn more about the pro dealer's culture and get the opportunity to be interviewed for open positions in the Houston market.

Andy Carlo
10/21/2020
LP WeatherLogic Air & Water Barrier receives APA structural rating
The barrier system withstands temperature cycling and delivers consistent, long-term protection from water intrusion.

Andy Carlo
10/21/2020
Tractor Supply sales jump 31%
The pandemic continues to have an impact on consumer demand as Tractor Supply comps rise 27%.

Andy Carlo
10/21/2020
Existing-home sales show September strength
Existing single-family home sales are up nearly 22% on a year-over-year basis.

Andy Carlo
10/21/2020
Alexander Lumber expands window and door offerings
The Illinois pro dealer now carries products from Kolbe and Weather Shield.

Andy Carlo
10/21/2020
Lawmakers want action on lumber prices and supply
Nearly 100 members of Congress have sent a letter to the White House urging for a strategy against the high cost of lumber.

Andy Carlo
10/21/2020
Senate rejects latest relief legislation
COVID relief negotiations between the White House and Congress remain at a standstill.

Andy Carlo