James Hardie Building Products Inc. recently announced a commitment to San Gabriel Valley Habitat for Humanity (SGV Habitat) to support their rebuilding efforts for the first 25 households impacted by the devastating Eaton fire in Altadena, California, last year. “Our …
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Remodeling Sentiment Remains Positive in First Quarter of 2026
The National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) released its NAHB/Westlake Royal Remodeling Market Index (RMI) for the first quarter, posting a reading of 62. The NAHB/Westlake Royal RMI survey asks remodelers to rate five components of the remodeling market as …
Read More »Paint Brands Raise Prices Amid Supply Disruptions and Oil Costs
Major paint companies have announced upcoming price hikes due to supply chain disruptions and oil price increases caused by the conflict in the Middle East, which are now impacting customers directly. In a letter to customers, Pittsburgh Paints Co. announced …
Read More »Bed Bath & Beyond to Acquire Lumber Liquidators Parent Company
Bed Bath & Beyond, Inc., owner of Bed Bath & Beyond, Overstock, buybuy BABY, Kirkland’s and a blockchain asset portfolio, recently announced it has signed a letter of intent to acquire the equity interests and substantially all assets of F9 …
Read More »Trex Named to Newsweek’s Most Trustworthy Companies in America 2026 List
Trex Company announced it has been named to Newsweek’s Most Trustworthy Companies in America 2026 list. Presented by Newsweek in partnership with Statista Inc., the Most Trustworthy Companies in America list recognizes U.S.-based companies that have earned strong trust among …
Read More »The Lowe’s Foundation Commits $250 Million to the Trades
The Lowe’s Foundation recently announced an expanded $250 million commitment to help train and develop 250,000 tradespeople by 2035 through its Gable Grants program. The announcement comes as Associated Builders and Contractors estimates that 349,000 net new construction are needed …
Read More »Deckorators Acquires MoistureShield Assets
Deckorators recently announced it has acquired the remaining operating assets for MoistureShield decking, a decking and outdoor living brand. “The addition of MoistureShield strengthens our ability to innovate and serve our customers,” says Ryan Kemp, executive vice president of Deckorators. …
Read More »Construction Sector Leads Job Growth in March
The U.S. labor market saw modest growth in March following a weak February, with a slight increase in payroll employment and a decrease in the unemployment rate to 4.3%, according to the National Association of Homebuilders. Construction employment led job …
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