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.
Federal agents uncovered 700,000 fentanyl pills hidden in roofing shingles, exposing a new smuggling tactic that raises safety concerns for contractors and supply chains.
QXO has potentially secured an additional $830M in private funding, boosting cash reserves to $6B for its $11B bid to acquire Beacon; the company aims to modernize the $800 billion building-product distribution sector through AI.
J. J. Keller & ISEA reveal key PPE challenges in a new study, highlighting training gaps, sizing issues, and compliance concerns; free webcast on April 17.
Beacon is partnering with Renovate Robotics with the goal of making roofing more efficient and safer by developing a robot that installs asphalt shingles on residential roofs.
By adopting an iterative approach to improving her company, WRYKER Construction Supply President Julia Farrell ensures the distributor serves up wins for its customers.
The Metal Construction Association’s Metal Roof Installation Manual is now available in Spanish and English; it is a must-have for industry pros and offers expert guidance and best practices.