Mike Berger
Michael Berger is the former managing editor for HANDY Magazine and has been writing about home improvement and construction for the past sixteen years.
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In Depth
In Depth: Roofing
LBM dealers need to stay as informed as possible about roofing products so that you can not only provide the best options to your customers, but keep up with a potentially growing market.
Industry News
Do it Best gives industry update, launches new tools during 2024 Spring Market
During their Spring Market hosted in Houston, TX, Do it Best gave a number of updates from industry experts.
In Depth
In Depth: Trim & Moulding
This time last year, industry experts expressed cautious optimism, for while housing starts were dropping, expected upturns in the repair and remodel segment held the promise of potential growth for the trim market. The coming year, however, could bring an entirely different landscape for trim and moulding.
In Depth
In Depth: The Building Envelope
Modern insulation and weather barrier products keep us toasty in winter, cool in summer, and dry year-round, and building envelope product manufacturers are constantly developing new products that deliver even better performance.
In Depth
In Depth: Tech Tools
In the world of LBM technology, nothing stays the same for very long, and emerging tech trends point to increasing the availability and accessibility of the data the various tech platforms are amassing.
Industry News
Fasteners secure profits for the savvy LBM dealer
Fasteners are just as valuable today as they were in ancient times, and they can amount to significant revenue to the savvy LBM dealer who understands how to properly position them and their unique benefits.
In Depth
In an environment filled with disruption, technology helps ease the pain
Like its preceding year, 2022 had more than its share of challenges.
Industry News
Biophilic design can spell sales for LBM dealers
At its core, biophilic design attempts to create a sense of harmony between us and our homes, and promises a slew of well-being benefits.
In Depth
Cautious optimism rules the windows and doors market
There's something about doors that seem to inspire us, and history is replete with important portals that provide both an aesthetic and a physical...
In Depth
Homeowner demand for upscale outdoor spaces spells wins for LBM dealers
One major issue responsible for continued growth is the long-hoped-for stabilization of lumber prices.
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