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Choosing the right materials partner is as critical as choosing your GC. U.S. construction spending is currently at approximately $2,139.1 billion (as of July 2025), a busy market where selecting the wrong supplier can result in delays, change orders, and off-spec deliveries.
You’re likely here because of familiar headaches: items out of stock, materials that don’t match the spec, retail markups on bulk orders, and trucks that miss the delivery window. You need a supplier who has inventory, meets the specifications every time, offers fair prices for bulk orders, and delivers on time, with no runarounds.
This guide gives you a Top 10 shortlist of proven U.S. construction-material suppliers so you can match by coverage and category, lock pricing early, and keep crews productive. Ready to cut guesswork and protect your schedule? Jump to the list.
Key Trends Shaping the U.S. Construction Market in 2025
Severe workforce gap pressures logistics The U.S. industry needs 439,000 new workers in 2025 to keep up with demand (ABC estimate).
Material cost volatility from tariffs & trade policy Tariff uncertainty is raising risks: non‑residential construction costs increased 2.24% in Q1 2025 amid trade disruptions.
Supply chains are still under stress despite some recovery The Global Supply Chain Stress Index remains sensitive to trade policy and chokepoints, keeping buffers tight.
Rising overall construction costs across sectors According to Mortenson’s Q1 2025 index, nonresidential construction costs rose +2.24% quarter over quarter and +3.91% year over year.
Slowing new starts forecast amid macro pressure ConstructConnect forecasts U.S. construction starts will contract by 1.8% in 2025, with both residential and nonresidential segments under pressure.
Distributor consolidation & pro logistics expansion M&A moves (like Home Depot’s SRS acquisition and integration of GMS) are reshaping pro supply networks, improving density and digital tools for contractor access.
Company
Best for
Geographic coverage
Typical order size
Typical lead time
Rating
ABC Supply
Exterior building products & roofing for pro contractors
U.S. (1,000+ locations)
Pallet → truckload
Same-day to 2–3 days
3.8/5
Builders FirstSource (BFS)
Framing packages, trusses, millwork + turnkey supply for residential builders
U.S. nationwide
Truckload/project packages
2–10 days (project-based)
3.7/5
SRS Distribution (now part of The Home Depot)
Roofing, landscape, pool supply to specialty trades
U.S. (760+ branches integrated with HD Pro)
Pallet → truckload
Same-day to 2–3 days
3.9/5
QXO, Inc. (Beacon Roofing Supply)
National roofing/exteriors distributor with scale and strong pro tools
U.S. & Canada
Pallet → truckload
1–3 days
3.4/5
US LBM
Pro dealer network; structural lumber, components, and specialty products
U.S. (broad multi-brand footprint)
Unit → truckload/project bundles
2–7 days
3.7/5
84 Lumber
Large single-family & multifamily packages; components
U.S. (nationwide)
Truckload / turnkey packages
2–10 days (project-based)
3.5/5
White Cap
Concrete accessories, jobsite supplies & safety for commercial/infrastructure
U.S. & Canada (~500 locations)
Box → pallet → truckload
1–3 days
3.3/5
Boise Cascade (BMD)
Engineered wood (LVL/I-joist), plywood & broadline distribution
U.S. (national)
Unit → truckload
2–7 days
3.9/5
GMS Inc.
Drywall, ceilings, steel framing & specialties for commercial/resi
U.S. & Canada (320+ DCs)
Pallet → truckload
1–3 days
4/5
SiteOne Landscape Supply
Irrigation, hardscape, nursery & landscape materials for pros
If your scope is roofing, siding, windows, or exterior envelope, ABC Supply is the default shortlist. Depth of inventory plus jobsite-friendly windows keeps crews moving on tight schedules. The branch network reduces hops between vendors.
Pros choose ABC for fast availability, on-spec materials, and predictable logistics. From shingles to fiber-cement to ventilation and solar accessories, the major brands you spec are often in stock nearby, shrinking lead times and rework risk.
Their product line includes: roofing (steep/low-slope), siding, windows/doors, ventilation, trim, tools, and accessories.
ABC Supply pros
Deep exterior inventory across most metros
Contractor-oriented delivery cadence
Major brands under one roof
Large network for multi-job coordination
ABC Supply cons
Brand availability varies by branch
Primarily exterior limited interiors
AM delivery windows fill quickly
Pricing differs by market
ABC Supply, customer brands
GAF, Owens Corning, CertainTeed (roofing); James Hardie (fiber-cement).
"Everyone that gives 1 star review, please get to know this company. They are very pro employee, pro customer, pro community. An All Star company overall. All one has to do is to see what this company has done to Beloit. They are way bigger then that. It all started with one couple's dream, and it became this. True American dream. Employee retention is excellent, and that speaks volumes.."
Builders FirstSource (BFS) combines national scale with off-site manufacturing of trusses, wall panels, and EWP to compress cycle times and standardize quality. For repeatable components, they’re built for speed across subdivisions.
You still get full-line LBM (lumber, millwork, siding), but the differentiator is component manufacturing with coordinated delivery. Fewer onsite cuts, fewer errors, and faster dry-in.
Their product line includes: lumber, trusses/wall panels/EWP, doors/windows/millwork, siding/roofing.
Builders FirstSource pros
Offsite components reduce waste & time
One partner for structure + finishes
Window/door specialists & takeoffs
National footprint for multi-market builds
Builders FirstSource cons
Component MOQs/lead times vary by plant
Scheduling is project-dependent
Less focus on specialty interiors
Pricing is sensitive to lumber cycles
BFS customer brands
Andersen, JELD-WEN, James Hardie, LP SmartSide, TimberTech/Trex (varies by market).
3) SRS Distribution Inc. (a Home Depot company) (best for: specialty roofing & exteriors)
SRS Distribution Inc is a roofing/exteriors-first network built for speed. If you need next-day shingles, underlayment, or accessories with delivery tracking that keeps foremen informed this is a purpose-built platform.
Post-acquisition by Home Depot, SRS continues operating as a pro distribution network, with tools like Roof Hub for order/delivery visibility. Good fit for contractors who value fast turns and tracking.
Their product line includes: residential/commercial roofing, underlayment, accessories, siding/exteriors, and landscape/pool via specific banners.
SRS pros
Fast “roofing-first” assortment
Dense branch network; quick turns
Delivery tracking (Roof Hub)
Strong storm-response coverage
SRS cons
Roofing/exterior bias limited interiors
Brand mix varies by banner
Integration changes possible post-deal
No standalone 2024 revenue reporting
SRS customer brands
GAF, Owens Corning, CertainTeed, IKO (availability varies).
Revenue:$9.8–10.0B (FY2023, Estimated; pre-acq; 2024 not separately disclosed)
"You can get more trustworthy service and prices at other supply houses. They do not work well with smaller contractors."
Mason Arthur
4) QXO, Inc. (Beacon Roofing Supply) (best for: exteriors at scale with pro tools)
Beacon, now a QXO company, remains a top roofing/exteriors distributor with national coverage and digital tools for pros. If you want a consistent exterior supply with online account control, it fits.
Branches stock the big brands roofers expect, with scheduled jobsite windows and order visibility through PRO+. Strong pick for teams managing multiple reroofs or phased exteriors.
Their product line includes: roofing, siding, windows, waterproofing, exterior accessories. QXO
QXO (Beacon) pros
National exterior coverage
Brand depth roofers expect
Digital tools (PRO+) for visibility
Predictable delivery windows
QXO (Beacon) cons
Exterior-heavy; limited structural LBM
Branch inventory varies
Peak-season windows book fast
Name/ownership changes can confuse buyers
QXO (Beacon) customer brands
GAF, Owens Corning, CertainTeed, James Hardie, plus TRI-BUILT (house brand).
5) US LBM Holdings, LLC (best for: local banners + components)
US LBM runs strong local banners with national buying power, good for builders who want local yard service plus access to components. The network model preserves regional know-how.
Coverage spans many regions via acquisitions (e.g., Crown Components, Foxworth-Galbraith, GBS), enabling component supply across markets with local execution.
Their product line includes: lumber & panels, EWP, millwork/doors/windows, decking, components (varies by division).
US LBM pros
Local brands with national backing
Component capacity in multiple markets
Good for multi-region builders
Strong manufacturer relationships
US LBM cons
Offerings differ by banner/market
Processes/pricing vary locally
Less uniform digital experience
Revenue not publicly disclosed
US LBM customer brands
James Hardie, Andersen, LP varies by banner/location.
"The us lbm benefits are great. The medical insurance has been a big help. Thanks us lbm."
Austin Conway
6) 84 Lumber Company (best for: lumber + custom components)
84 Lumber blends dealer service with components and installed options. If you want truss/wall packages, doors/windows, and decking from a single partner, it’s suited to turn-key jobs.
Flexibility at the branch and plant level helps speed exterior scopes while keeping structural items flowing, especially for residential and light commercial.
Their product line includes: lumber, trusses/walls/EWP, doors/windows, roofing/siding, decking, and installed services.
84 Lumber pros
Components + installed options
Big decking/window brands
Contractor-centric processes
Suited to turn-key packages
84 Lumber cons
Lead times vary by plant/branch
Less focus on interiors
Pricing varies across markets
2024 revenue not yet public
84 Lumber customer brands
Trex, AZEK/TimberTech (decking), and more; varies by location.
"Too bad they don't treat some of their employees like their customers. Make them drive trucks all over for deliveries with no air conditioning in the trucks and windows won't go down in this heat we've been having. Unbelievable. Especially when they bend over backwards for you and go above and beyond their job description not very nice of employers to do that just because they can"
Glenda Johnson
7) White Cap (best for: concrete, rebar, safety & specialty)
For commercial/civil scopes, White Cap specializes in concrete accessories, rebar fabrication, formwork, and safety. If your pour schedule is tight, their network and fab options help keep reinforcement and forms on time.
They also stock pro tool brands trades expect, creating a one-stop for prep, pour, and protection on vertical or civil jobs.
Their product line includes: concrete chemicals & accessories, rebar/fabrication, formwork, PPE/safety, tools & hardware.
White Cap pros
Rebar fabrication + delivery options
Large concrete accessories catalog
Pro tool brands in stock:
Same/next-day delivery is common
White Cap cons
Specialty focus (not broad LBM)
Pricing tied to commodity inputs
Branch assortments differ
Private; revenue undisclosed
White Cap customer brands
Simpson Strong-Tie; Milwaukee and other pro lines.
Boise Cascade’s BMD division is the national broadline wholesaler behind many dealer yards and framers. If you need EWP (LVL/I-joist), panels, and commodity lumber at scale, their DC network matters.
BMD also distributes leading brands, allowing you to combine engineered packages with the finishes your plan requires.
Their product line includes: EWP/LVL/I-joists, plywood/panels, lumber, siding/trim, roofing, and millwork (via BMD).
Boise Cascade pros
National DC coverage for wholesale
Strong EWP portfolio/know-how
Broad brand access via BMD
Predictable wholesale scheduling
Boise Cascade cons
Primarily wholesale (some buy via dealers)
Longer planning vs. local yard pickup
Less interior depth vs. GMS
Commodity exposure
Boise Cascade customer brands
James Hardie (selected markets) + many national lines via BMD.
"I arrived after close, as there was miscommunication between a retailer of theirs and me. Their staff certainly did not have to, but they went out of their way to help me with a will call. I am extremely grateful. Thank you, Boise Cascade!"
Verdun Hartin
9) GMS Inc. (best for: interiors, drywall, ceilings, steel framing)
For interior scopes, GMS is the go-to distributor for wallboard, ceilings/grid, steel framing, and insulation. Stock-and-scatter delivery puts the board where crews need it and keeps interiors on track.
Subsidiaries distribute 75k+ products from top interior manufacturers; brand depth and logistics are the draw.
Their product line includes: drywall, acoustical ceilings & grid, steel framing, insulation, EIFS, tools & safety.
10) SiteOne Landscape Supply, Inc. (best for: hardscape, irrigation & green goods)
When your project includes exterior site scopes, hardscape, irrigation, turf, SiteOne is built for pro landscapers and GC site packages. Coordinated deliveries and regional inventory help with seasonal timing.
You’ll find the major irrigation and hardscape brands here, from controllers to drip/micro and pavers handy for wrapping exterior scopes with one order.
Their product line includes: irrigation (controllers, sensors, valves), hardscape, turf & nursery, and lighting.
Exterior site scopes (irrigation/hardscape):SiteOne
Engineered wood & wholesale:Boise Cascade (BMD)
How GetClue helps you manage materials on site
Dispatching: Assign the right forklift/telehandler and operator to the exact delivery window; update instantly if ETAs change.
Asset tracking & geofences: See equipment location in real time and enforce on-site presence around gates/laydown areas.
Preventive maintenance: Auto-schedule PMs/work orders from inspections & fault codes so unload gear is ready when trucks land.
Inspections & fault codes: Pre-shift checklists and a fault-code directory help you fix issues fast and keep the slot.
Mobile field updates: Mark assets “ready,” close WOs, and confirm placement from the gate, no phone-tag.
FAQs
Why aren’t raw-material producers (e.g., Vulcan, Martin Marietta) on this list?
This article ranks distributors/suppliers that sell directly to contractors (roofing/LBM/interiors, etc.), not quarry/cement producers. For distributor rankings, MDM is the standard reference.
Are these revenues confirmed?
Public companies (BLDR, GMS, SiteOne, Boise Cascade, Beacon pre-QXO) publish FY figures (linked above). Private firms (US LBM, White Cap) don’t disclose; we cite best available industry estimates and label them clearly.
Does QXO mean Beacon is gone?
No. QXO acquired Beacon on Apr 29, 2025. Beacon operates as a QXO subsidiary; we list it as “QXO (Beacon Roofing Supply)”.
What changed with SRS and GMS?
Home Depot bought SRS in 2024 and GMS in Sept 2025 (through SRS). That expands HD’s pro distribution footprint and can affect delivery density and digital tooling.
How do I verify brand availability?
Brand lines vary by branch/region. Check each company’s product/brand pages or call the local branch (examples linked above for ABC, SRS, Beacon, GMS, SiteOne).
Who should I choose for interiors/exteriors?
Interiors: GMS. Exteriors: ABC, QXO/Beacon, SRS. Structure: Builders FirstSource/US LBM/84. Concrete: White Cap. Site scope: SiteOne. (Also see “Which suits you?”)
Do these networks cover my market?
Most are national; coverage depth varies by region. Use each site’s branch locator to confirm stock and services before finalizing your schedule. (See company pages linked above.)
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