The increasing prices of construction materials have become a threat to many policyholders. Even though soaring prices are well-documented, it is essential to watch out for the trend and its possible implications.
As per the Associated Builders and Contractors analysis, the latest costs of materials has increased by 73 percent since 2020. This change in costs has increased the price of single-family houses by $36,000. In fact, the recent reports indicate that these prices have hit $1,500 per thousand for the first time in the housing market’s history.