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Product Spotlight – Neat Glass
Ro-Mac Product Spotlight In the building supply industry, it’s not very often that a new product will catch our eye; but every once in a while, we find a company … Continue reading
Lumber and Commodity Report – February 2012
By Don Magruder Your Home Builder Association Wood Commodity Index (Index) for February 2012 dropped .6 percent to $269.95 from the prior month, with lumber’s 3.7 percent increase being offset … Continue reading
Whole House Commodity Index – February 2012
By Don Magruder In February 2012, the Ro-Mac Lumber Whole House Commodity Index (Index) basically remained flat from January, with a minor drop of 0.3 percent to $25,725.74. A retreat … Continue reading
Lumber Types: Which Wood Species to Use for Your Project
Ro-Mac Lumber is the top lumberyard choice for contractors and homeowners who are working on a construction or home improvement project. Our sales team of Florida construction industry professionals can … Continue reading
Product Spotlight – EZ Shear
Ro-Mac Product Spotlight In the building supply industry, it’s not very often that a new product will catch our eye; but every once in a while, we find a company … Continue reading
Whole House Commodity Index – January 2012
By Don Magruder The Ro-Mac Lumber Whole House Commodity Index (Index) for January 2012 turned very bullish on a mild winter (thus far), prospects for improved housing starts, and manufacturers … Continue reading
Lumber and Commodity Report – January 2012
By Don Magruder The first couple of weeks of 2012 ushered in a very strong wood commodity market with mild winter weather, foreign plywood plants burning down, changes in southern … Continue reading
Commercial Vehicle Drivers Banned From Using Cell Phones While Driving
There is a new regulation from the U.S Department of Transportation; the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA); and the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration, which took effect this … Continue reading
Spring Building & Remodeling Home Show
Ro-Mac Lumber & Supply and The Daily Commercial are hosting the 2012 Spring Building & Remodeling Home Show on Saturday, March 3, 2012, from 9 am – 4 pm at … Continue reading
Top Ten Ways to Improve Your Home in 2012
In the spirit of New Year’s Eve, we decided to list the top ten tips for improving your home in 2012. These are easy upgrades that will improve the look … Continue reading
Lumber and Commodity Report – December 2011
By Don Magruder In December, the Grinch must be going to the forest to stop production, as prices over the last 30 days have surged in your local Home Builders … Continue reading
Whole House Commoditiy Report – December 2011
By Don Magruder The Ro-Mac Lumber & Supply, Inc. Whole House Commodity Index (“Index”) for December 2011 surged 1.9 percent to $25,119.38, as wood commodity products increased in price on … Continue reading
Where to Buy American Made Products
Buy Local – Buy American. It’s is not just a catchy slogan; it’s a movement to encourage consumers to stop sending money and jobs overseas. By buying more products from … Continue reading
Product Spotlight – Windsert Window Inserts for Exterior Doors
With the temperatures beginning to cool here in Central Florida, it’s a great time to open up your home to the fresh air outside. A new product manufactured and engineered … Continue reading
Home Improvements for Fall
Fall is here in Central Florida, and, although our friends and family up North might not believe us, it’s starting to get a little chilly here in the sunshine state. … Continue reading
Product Spotlight – Transformer System
Ro-Mac Product Spotlight In the building supply industry, it’s not very often that a new product will catch our eye; but every once in a while, we find a company … Continue reading
Garage Door Screens Add Function and Space
Garage Door Screens Many people wish they had more space in their home. Adding a patio or deck to your home is a popular option for increasing your outdoor living … Continue reading
When to Replace Your Windows
Knowing when to replace the windows in your home or business can be difficult. But, there are some tell-tale signs that you need to call a professional. Waiting is … Continue reading
Ro-Mac Lumber Employee Wins Statewide Sales Award
Carman Miller, a 71 year-old salesman for Ro-Mac Lumber & Supply Inc., won the Florida Building Material Association’s Pinnacle Award Friday morning during the 2011 Gulf Atlantic Building Products Expo. … Continue reading
Product Spotlight – SturdiMount
Ro-Mac Product Spotlight In the building supply industry, it’s not very often that a new product will catch our eye; but every once in a while, we find a company … Continue reading
Permits, Zoning Laws, Building Codes and Product Approvals in Central Florida
Whether you are a professional contractor or a committed do-it-yourself type, knowing your county’s building permit, zoning laws and code regulations is vitally important. If you build a structure without … Continue reading
Home Safety Products
Imagine you return home after dinner with friends or a day of shopping. You are weary and ready to jump into your warm bed for the night. As you dig … Continue reading
Preparing for Hurricanes in Central Florida
Hurricane season is upon us here on the East coast, and the best way to protect yourself and your loved ones is to be prepared. Below we have listed some … Continue reading
Product Spotlight – OSI TRIMTeQ System
Ro-Mac Product Spotlight In the building supply industry, it’s not very often that a new product will catch our eye; but every once in a while, we find a company … Continue reading
Doors: The Ins and Outs of Your Home’s Most Used Entry Point
The most used items in any home are its doors. Every day they are opened, closed, hit, and beat up as they take the brunt of your family’s daily life. … Continue reading
How to Keep Your Garage Door Running Properly
Your garage door is one of the most heavily used entry points in your home. Is it working properly? Most aren’t. If your door is noisy, slow, dented, rusted or … Continue reading
Sales Team Spotlight – Mike Baker
Mike Baker never does anything halfway. His talent, determination and grit have led this hard-working man to the top of almost everything he does. By day, he’s a truss plant salesman for Ro-Mac Lumber & Supply, helping customers design floor and roof trusses for small and large commercial and residential projects. His resume, which spans over 40 years in the construction industry, includes projects as large as the Seven-Mile Bridge and as small as a backyard shed. In his spare time, however, Mike is a celebrity within the fishing community. Continue reading
Product Spotlight – Trex Decking
Ro-Mac Product Spotlight In the building supply industry, it’s not very often that a new product will catch our eye; but every once in a while, we find a company … Continue reading
Installing Garage Doors, Remotes, Keyless Entry Pads
Garage doors are an important part of your home, and a major convenience! Make sure they are installed right the first time; it will save you time and money down … Continue reading
America’s Great Words and Songs
Ro-Mac Lumber’s America’s Greatest Words and Songs aired on July 4th, 2011 from noon-1 pm on WLBE 790 AM. The show features historical readings of America’s greatest documents; plus, actual … Continue reading
