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Construction Costs Rise Fastest Since Early 2023

New analyses from AGC and ABC show construction input prices surged in November, driven by tariff-impacted materials and energy costs.
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Tanja Kern
January 14, 2026
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Construction input prices jumped 0.4% to 0.6% in November, marking the fastest annual increase since January 2023. With aluminum, steel, and energy costs climbing amid tariffs, contractors are raising bids, passing on costs, and planning cautiously—even as some remain optimistic about margins next year.


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Roofing Contractors Bet on Tech for Growth in 2026

ServiceTitan finds optimism as AI adoption remains limited
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January 14, 2026
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Despite widespread optimism for revenue growth in 2026, most roofing and exterior contractors are struggling with rising costs and tight margins. A new ServiceTitan report finds many are pursuing efficiency gains, but limited adoption of AI tools may be holding productivity—and profitability—back.


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Construction Data

Data Centers Lift Construction Outlook, but Economic Worries Grow

Survey shows strong demand for data centers and power projects in 2026, even as contractors grow more concerned about recession risks, labor shortages and policy uncertainty.
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Tanja Kern
January 13, 2026
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While data centers and power projects are driving commercial demand, contractors say economic uncertainty and workforce shortages could affect residential and mixed-use construction in 2026, according to a new AGC and Sage survey.
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ABC Supply Brings Soccer Star Landon Donovan to IRE 2026

With two booths filled with education, competition and networking, the distributor is set to deliver one of the show’s most engaging experiences
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Roofing Contractor Staff
January 12, 2026
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ABC Supply is bringing high energy and star power to the 2026 International Roofing Expo (IRE). With two booths filled with education, competition and networking, the distributor is set to deliver one of the show’s most engaging experiences.


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Construction Employment

Construction Jobs Dip in December as Unemployment Hits 5%

AGC says hiring plans remain for 2026, but labor shortages and policy uncertainty continue to weigh on construction employment.
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Tanja Kern
January 12, 2026
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Construction employment declined by 11,000 in December and the unemployment rate among workers with recent construction experience jumped to 5.0 percent, AGC said, even as many firms still plan to add headcount in 2026 if they can find qualified workers amid persistent labor shortages.
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