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

5/9/2023
Floor & Decor reaches milestone opening
In the New Orleans market, the fast-growing home improvement retailer has opened its 200th store.

Andy Carlo
5/9/2023
Sales, profits fade at Trex
Weak economic conditions lead to a decrease in volume and revenue at the decking maker.

Andy Carlo
5/8/2023
YBC names Leupold as new president and CEO
Vice president of manufacturing and installed sales, Tim Leupold, has been serving as acting CEO since October.

Andy Carlo
5/8/2023
Boise Cascade expanding in Alabama
The company’s Building Materials Distribution division has finalized a five-acre purchase.

Andy Carlo
5/8/2023
Alside opens 3 new supply centers
The building materials manufacturer and supplier has extended its reach in North Carolina, South Carolina, and Texas.

Andy Carlo
5/8/2023
Jeld-Wen swings to Q1 profit
North American net revenue increases 6.3% for the window and door manufacturer.

Andy Carlo
5/8/2023
Masonite sales flat in Q1
Profits fall in the quarter as North American sales volume declines 17%.

Andy Carlo
5/7/2023
A 'challenging' first quarter for LL Flooring
Comp sales decline more than 15% as the flooring retailer reports a loss for the period.

Andy Carlo
5/7/2023
LBM Advantage NextGen gathers in Charlotte
Conference attendees are next generation owners and leaders from LBM Advantage member organizations.

Andy Carlo
5/4/2023
Q1 sales fall at Boise Cascade
Sales volume and price decreases drive down Building Material Distribution sales by 35%.

Andy Carlo