HOT READ

Building Materials Market News & Updates

Thursday, January 26th 2023

Prices going... DOWN?

Last year when we launched this Hot Read, we set out to inform everyone about the persistent lead time changes and price increases, product by product. Well my friends, you've stayed thirsty, and now we have some news we haven't been able to share in a long time - Price Decreases.

In the vinyl railing category, Wolf was able to negotiate a lower price point on their vinyl Wolf Rail, so you'll actually prices come down this decking season. Wolf Rail is a great price point railing product and in stock at Hamilton.

Engineered Wood Products like I-Joists, LVL's and Floor Trusses have also rolled out deep discounts from 7% to 20% depending on the product type. If you remember from the pandemic (LOL, who could forget), Engineered Wood products pricing went on a moon shot into the market, riding on the back of steep conventional lumber price increases.

Well, now that the conventional lumber price rocket ship has returned safely to Earth, Engineered Wood producers are inclined (rather, forced) to follow suit. We think this is the first of more subtle decreases to come this year from our Engineered Wood friends.

Thank You Tom Martin!

After 36 years of dedicated service at the sales counter, Tom Martin is calling it a career at Hamilton Building Supply and entering retired life. For over three decades, Tom was a fixture at our sales counter and could always be spotted wearing a color coordinated Flyers, Phillies or Eagles hat, walking around the store singing and whistling. Tom had a great personality and he cared a lot about the customers he worked with, as well as, the people at our company. Tom will truly be missed and we hope to see him around from time to time!

IDEAS Trade Show - 3/1!

That's right, the LBM industry's BEST one-day show is BACK! Save the date for Wednesday, March 1st from 8:30am - 4:30pm at the Valley Forge Casino Resort and be sure to Pre-Register here to attend for FREE!

This years show features over 100 manufacturers and distributors that have been chomping at the bit to talk directly to PRO's about all of the new product solutions that are out now to help you build better!

You don't want to miss this years IDEAS SHOW - Sign Up Today!

We've Got the M-Pwr!

Masonite recently developed a new front entry door system that will blow your mind just like your favorite 90's dance club hit - now introducing the Masonite M-Pwr Smart Door!

M-Pwr is the first fully integrated door system connected to your home's electric grid and also comes with a battery backup. Every M-Pwr door system features head, latch and jamb lights that illuminate as you approach the door, as well as a built in electronic lockset, RING doorbell and its all tied together on a smart phone app.

Aside from all of the new bells & whistles, this door system makes the buying and installation process EASY - every door is pre-finished at the factory, pre-hung, the hardware is boxed with the unit and it's all crated for shipment.

Hamilton Building Supply is proudly the FIRST dealer in northeast to display this door. Come check it out next time you're in!

We're Hiring Great People!

We've got plans over here at Hamilton Building Supply, we're growing fast and we're always looking for talented people to join our team. If you know of anyone who is looking to grow professionally with a great company, please let them know that We're hiring for the following roles:

• Architectural Sales Associate - Remote
• Inside Sales Associate - Main Store
• Operations Representative - Yard/Warehouse
• Delivery Driver - Box Truck and/or Flatbed
• Window & Door Service Technician / Field Carpenter
• Staff Accountant

Download our NEW Moulding Guide!

We're pleased to introduce our completely overhauled Pocket Moulding Guide. This handy little resource contains every moulding and siding profile we have in stock at Hamilton and there are a lot of them!  

Click on the image below to access our Pocket Moulding Guide! Hard copies are available, email sales@hbsnj.com to get your copy today!

We <3 Testimonials

Whether you're a pro customer, architect, homeowner, vendor or secret admirer, we sure would love a nice short and sweet testimonial from you! Just send us a quick email to sales@hbsnj.com to share some love with us. Otherwise if you have some constructive criticism, we'll take that too!