Jan 13, 2021 | Building Practices, DHL Monthly Newsletter
You may remember Jerry Reed as Cledus Snow. The “Snowman” was truckin’ eastbound and down with Fred the basset hound, as Bandit was clearing his path from Buford T. Justice (Jackie Gleason’s Smokey, of course). Years earlier, Jerry recorded a certified gold record...
Aug 19, 2020 | Building Practices, Covid-19
Unprecedented Supply Disruptions and Record Prices in Lumbers and Panels See the charts below, as reported prices continue to soar with no peak yet in sight! To understand how unique and unnerving this time is, here’s what experienced lumber traders are saying:...
Apr 2, 2020 | Building Practices, Cost/Benefit, Covid-19
The Bluebonnets and Indian Paintbrushes are blooming again in Texas! What a pleasantly surprising contrast to the mood of our nation. After many weeks of rain, we were greeted by a gorgeous red, orange and blue sunrise filtering through the clouds. It literally...
Mar 27, 2020 | Building Practices, Covid-19
A Message to Our Customers: As I am sure you are aware, Dallas County Judge Clay Jenkins on Sunday issued an order requiring county residents to shelter in place. Residential and commercial construction is specifically listed as Essential Critical Infrastructure in...
Jul 17, 2019 | Building Practices, Cost/Benefit
“You’ll just love these two homes!” Tiffany exclaims, as your SUV rolls down the tree-lined street in your dream neighborhood. Both are hip-pockets, freshly updated and looking their best. With good schools nearby, you plan on staying here at least 10 years until...
Jan 26, 2018 | Building Practices, Cost of Doing Business, DHL Monthly Newsletter
January Take Always: Panel prices almost down to year-ago levels A little relief on Lumber prices, but Western species (SPF, DF and Studs) still remain high US Housing starts are up at the end of 2017 Housing demand remains strong Construction is predicted to be...
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