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Materiales de Construcción

El alza en los materiales de construcción continúa y se acerca al 10% anual

Los aumentos continúan afectando a la industria de la construcción.

June 19, 2026

Los costos de los materiales de construcción registraron un crecimiento cercano al 10% anual, impulsados por el aumento en los precios de la energía, el acero y otros insumos.

Construction data

Materials Costs Hit Nearly 10% Annual Growth

Construction input prices climbed 9.6% year over year in May, driven by rising energy costs and continued increases in steel, copper and other tariff-sensitive materials.

Tanja Kern

June 11, 2026

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Construction material prices rose nearly 10% from a year ago as higher energy, steel and copper costs added pressure on contractors and project budgets.

Extreme Weather Special Section

July 2025 Product Focus: Weathering the Storm

Roofing Contractor Staff

July 14, 2025

With the 2025 storm season predicted to be as devastating as last year, now is the time to stock up on products that will keep you ahead of the curve and protect your customers' properties.

The “Asphalt and Copper on the Lake” roofing project from Conde Roofing seamlessly blended asphalt shingles and copper elements to create a stunning and sturdy roof.

News Analysis

Roofing Faces Rising Costs Amid New Trump Tariff Policies

Uncertainty around new tariffs and trade deals will likely result in price increases and economic slowdown.

Chris Gray

July 10, 2025

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With talks of new tariffs and trade deals on the horizon, roofing must adapt to rising material prices and supply chain challenges. Stay informed with our latest analysis.

Outstanding Combination

Blend of Asphalt Shingles and Copper Earns ARMA Silver Award

Conde Roofing’s innovative blend of asphalt and copper earned Silver in ARMA’s 2024 Excellence in Asphalt Roofing competition

May 27, 2025

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Conde Roofing earns award for combining asphalt shingles and copper in a new home in New Hampshire.

Asset Protection

Amidst Tariff Uncertainty, Asset Security Can’t Take a Backseat

As material prices climb, protecting inventory and capital purchases come to the fore

Jeremy White

April 25, 2025

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As tariff uncertainty swirls, businesses may be at greater risk for theft and vandalism.

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Roofing Awards

Award-Winning Copper Projects Illustrate Expert Roof Restoration

Copper Development Association celebrates winners of 2024 the North American Copper in Architecture award program

Larry Peters

July 12, 2024

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Learn more about the four outstanding copper roofing projects that earned an North American Copper in Architecture award from the Copper Development Association.

Copper Development Association Honors Grist Slate & Tile Roofing

Company received plaudits for its work on Vancouver’s Heritage Hall envelope and seismic upgrade

Rick Damato

July 6, 2023

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Grist Slate & Tile Roofing Inc. was recently awarded the 2023 North American Copper in Architecture award for its work on Vancouver's Heritage Hall envelope and seismic upgrade.