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

5/22/2023
BIP partners with Building Talent Foundation
As the residential construction industry faces a massive labor shortage, BIP and BTF look to advance education and training.

Andy Carlo
5/21/2023
Oldcastle APG opening new outdoor living facility
The latest Massachusetts plant will produce concrete pavers and retaining walls.

Andy Carlo
5/21/2023
NAHB launches new Multifamily Market Survey
Multifamily builders indicate that it has become more difficult to obtain loans for development.

Andy Carlo
5/21/2023
Beacon issues 2022 CSR Report
The distributor's latest Corporate Social Responsibility report highlights a “winning culture” and environmental efforts.

Andy Carlo
5/18/2023
House to vote on key trucking legislation
House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee will look at multiple trucking bills that are priorities for the NLBMDA.

Andy Carlo
5/18/2023
Epicor looks to connect and collaborate
CEO Steve Murphy says the ERP provider wants to give customers an “insight advantage.”

Andy Carlo
5/18/2023
MRS partners with Tamlyn and Advanced Building Products
The distribution move includes TamlynWrap and CedAir-Mat premium underlayment.

Andy Carlo
5/18/2023
Koppers joins Tennessee Green Star Program
The program recognizes manufacturers committed to sustainability and improving operations.

Andy Carlo
5/17/2023
Eagle Materials reports banner Q4
Revenue for the fiscal year increases 15% to $2.1 billion.

Andy Carlo
5/17/2023
EYE on RETAIL: Core retail sales inch ahead in April
The National Retail Federation says consumers remain "engaged."

Andy Carlo