By Don Magruder Just 30 days ago, in the February RoMac Building Supply Whole House Commodity Index Report, there was no mention of a potential war with Iran. At that time, the outlook still reflected optimism for a strong kickoff to the spring homebuying season. However, the situation has changed rapidly since then. The RoMac Building Supply Whole House Commodity Index has dropped a meager 0.1 since February to $52,865, as declines in truss pricing offset gains in other comm

After 28 years of leadership, Don Magruder retires as CEO of RoMac Building Supply. From navigating the housing recession to building a culture centered on truth, grit, and developing people, his legacy will shape RoMac for generations to come.

By Don Magruder The RoMac Building Supply Whole House Commodity Index (Index) for January 2026 began the year with a significant price run-up as lumber markets began to move up in mid-December 2025.  The Index increased 2.7 percent to $51,737, 1.7 percent higher than last January and the highest level since June 2025.  Most builders will experience sticker shock as these new lumber prices work their way through the supply chain.  It appears mills are finally reducing supply;

By Don Magruder The RoMac Building Supply Whole House Commodity Index (Index) for December 2025 declined for the second month in a row to $50,379 or 0.7 percent. Housing activity remains diminished by most accounts, as official government housing starts have not been reported since the shutdown. The Federal Reserve cut interest rates by 0.25 percentage points yesterday, but most predict this move will have little to no effect on mortgages, given that yields on U.S. Treasury b