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As the demand for sustainability in the building and construction sector continues to grow, distributors of building materials are under increasing pressure to adopt more eco-friendly practices One valuable source of insight for achieving these goals comes from an unlikely place: LEED-certified builders.

Price volatility is no longer a seasonal nuisance—it’s a permanent fixture in building materials distribution From OSB and rebar to PVC fittings and drywall, material costs have seen unprecedented swings since 2020, and 2025 isn’t shaping up to be any more stable.
For distributors, that volatility affects more than gross margin.

In distribution, late deliveries happen A driver gets stuck behind an overturned rig.

In a high-volume distribution yard, the forklift isn’t just a piece of equipment—it’s the backbone of material movement Whether you’re staging OSB sheets, loading bags of cement, or repositioning steel rebar bundles, safe forklift operation protects your workforce, product integrity, and bottom line.
Unfortunately, many distributors treat forklift training as a one-and-done exercise.

Opening a new yard? Get your ERP in place before the first load lands.
Launching a new location in building-materials distribution is an exciting growth step—but it’s also a logistical minefield Between hiring staff, stocking SKUs, and coordinating inbound freight, it’s easy to push ERP implementation to the back burner.

In building materials distribution, routing efficiency isn’t just about saving on gas—it’s a direct lever on margins, labor utilization, and customer satisfaction When you’re delivering bulky, high-weight materials like rebar cages, I-joists, or pallets of concrete block, even a 5% gain in route efficiency can save thousands per week in fuel, driver hours, and truck wear.
Yet many distributors still route with outdated tools, gut instinct, or software that isn’t configured for real-world constraints.

Best Underlayment for Heated Flooring Systems
When installing a heated flooring system, choosing the right underlayment is just as important as selecting the heating system itself The underlayment not only provides the foundation for the flooring but also plays a crucial role in ensuring that the heating system functions efficiently, maintains its longevity, and delivers maximum comfort.

Fire-blocking and draft-stopping are two crucial, code-defined components of modern fire protection strategies in residential and commercial construction While they both aim to slow the spread of fire and smoke, they serve distinct functions at different stages of a building’s structure.

Soundproofing Walls Without Adding Excess Thickness
In today’s world, where urban living spaces are becoming smaller and shared walls are more common, soundproofing has become a key consideration in both residential and commercial properties Whether it’s preventing noise from disturbing a peaceful home environment or ensuring privacy in office spaces, effective soundproofing can drastically improve comfort and productivity.

Matching tile grout color to commercial branding is an essential detail that can elevate the overall aesthetics and cohesiveness of a business space Grout color plays a significant role in not just the functionality and maintenance of the tiling system, but also in reinforcing the company’s identity, brand message, and customer experience.