Potential homebuyers continue to be deterred by high mortgage rates, rising construction costs and economic uncertainty, according to an analysis by the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB). Newly built single-family home sales dropped 0.6% in July, falling to 652,000 annually, …
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Envision Outdoor Living Products Expands Canadian Distribution
Envision Outdoor Living Products announced its expansion of product availability in Canada with its newest distributor, Royal Building Solutions. “As a leading provider of exterior products across much of Canada, Royal Building Solutions is an ideal partner as we grow …
Read More »5 Products for a Fall Porch
According to The Spruce, focusing on using vertical space, adding statement accents and peppering a porch with plants and pumpkins make any entryway stand out in the autumn season. Hardware Retailing recommends these four products to craft a cozy fall …
Read More »5 Products for Fall Exterior Home Projects
According to the Home Improvement Research Institute’s (HIRI) Quarterly Contractor Business Tracker Q2 2025 report, demand for outdoor products saw growth in the second quarter of 2025, driven by seasonal activity and a modest shift toward exterior project investment. As fall …
Read More »Submarines to Supply Chains: Ty Sordelet’s Transition From the Navy to the Independent Channel
A shared commitment and the ability to contribute to something greater than himself are what pushed Ty Sordelet to join the U.S. Navy in 2006. “I wanted to serve my country and lead others who had the same commitment to …
Read More »Home Depot Foundation Invests in Skilled Trades Training, Partners with Boys & Girls Clubs of America
The Home Depot Foundation recently announced a $10 million investment in expanding access to skilled trades training and education, including a new $1 million partnership with Boys & Girls Clubs of America (BCGA). The partnership is designed to introduce more …
Read More »Building Material Prices Continue to Climb in July
Prices for residential building materials increased in July, reaching the largest year-over-year growth in over two years, according to an analysis from the National Association of Home Builders Eye on Housing report. Construction machinery and metal molding/trim prices rose significantly, …
Read More »Ferguson Do it Best Hardware to Celebrate Grand Opening
Ferguson Do it Best Hardware in Coatesville, Indiana, will celebrate its grand opening on Labor Day weekend. The Ferguson Lumber Corporation has been in operation since 1868 and became a member of Do it Best in 1978. In 2023, the …
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