Copper and electrical components posted the sharpest gains to end the year, according to consulting firm Gordian, but steel ...

Financing solutions provider Billd recently surveyed nearly 900 commercial construction professionals across the U.S. for its 2023 National Subcontractor Market Report. Its key finding: rising input ...

An intriguing study released by Egger Wood Products compares the impact of material choice in a variety of projects, showing the impact not just in material cost, but also in labor cost. In what Egger ...

Trade policy will “continue to put upward pressure on certain materials” this year, said Anirban Basu, chief economist for ...

Home repair costs are rising fast due to labor shortages, higher material prices, and more — and relief may not be coming ...

In today’s market, contractors often find themselves playing The Price is Right when bidding material costs — trying to hit the number just right without going over. But with new (and changing) ...

Having spent over 15 years writing about technology, Lawrence has turned his eye to remodeling, smart home services, maintenance and home repair projects. He now contributes DIY, informational and ...

Construction material costs are rising after years of stability, with copper and electrical components posting sharp gains, ...

With material costs fluctuating and trade policies shifting rapidly, contractors and owners are forced to make real-time adjustments to budgets, schedules and risk strategies.

This story was originally published on Construction Dive. To receive daily news and insights, subscribe to our free daily Construction Dive newsletter. Construction input prices rose again in the ...