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Rising construction costs in early 2025 were fueled by a rush to buy materials before new tariffs took effect, giving domestic producers more pricing power, the Associated Builders and Contractors trade group reports.

In this latest "Best of Success" podcast, Legal Insights columnist Trent Cotney analyzes the effects of the new Trump-era tariffs on Canadian, Mexican, and Chinese imports, warning roofing contractors about rising material costs. He also discusses the labor shortage caused by stricter immigration policies.

The move follows several acquisitions made by Builders FirstSource in 2024.

This acquisition strengthens Carter Lumber’s position in key Alabama and Florida markets while enhancing Townsend Building Supply’s capabilities.

Founded in 1976, Douglas Lumber is one of the largest independent lumber and building material distributors in Rhode Island. 

L.D. Mullins Lumber is located in Riviera Beach and will operate as part of US LBM's Raymond Building Supply following the acquisition.

With the acquisition, Custom Builder Supply will continue to operate under its established name in the Virginia building supply market.

Beacon announced that it has opened new locations in California, Colorado and Texas to serve residential and commercial contractors.

Approaching more stability after the volatility of the past couple of years, sales of new single-family homes in the US significantly corrected down in June, at 697,000 units, which is 2.5% lower than May's downwardly revised 715,000, but up almost 24% compared to June 2022. 

The all-new BORA NGX RIP Guide makes it quick and easy to accurately rip or cross-cut sheet goods and dimensional lumber.