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

7/14/2020
PFS from Simpson Strong-Tie receives ICC-ES listing
The portable frame system provides builders with an easy way to meet wall bracing requirements.

Andy Carlo
7/14/2020
COVID-19 forces STAFDA to cancel California convention
California’s move back to Phase 1 of COVID-19 regulations thwarts trade show planned for Anaheim.

Andy Carlo
7/14/2020
UFP Industries acquires T&R Lumber
The California company produces products primarily used in nurseries.

Andy Carlo
7/13/2020
McCoy’s names new director of commodities merchandising
Brandon Bishop began his career with the Texas dealer in 2008.

Andy Carlo
7/13/2020
HBSDealer Stock Watch: Tuesday's results
Here's how industry stocks performed after the closing bell of trading for Tuesday, July 14.

Andy Carlo
7/13/2020
PPE sales lift Fastenal in Q2
Sales of PPE equipment to first responders and government workers overcome a decline in fastener sales.

Andy Carlo
7/13/2020
New VP of independent retail solutions at UFP
Veteran Bryan Hoexum will oversee sales to independent retail customers, co-ops, and buying groups.

Andy Carlo
7/13/2020
Latest acquisition puts Nation's Best in Florida
Nation's Best now operates in its third state following the purchase of Hall's Hardware.

Andy Carlo
7/13/2020
CEO change at Alexander Lumber
Russ Kathrein, chair-elect of the NLBMDA, steps down from top position at Illinois pro dealer.

Andy Carlo
7/13/2020
Makita’s new cordless commercial lawn mower
A commercial-grade aluminum deck resists corrosion and is durable for demanding applications.

Andy Carlo