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Happy Holidays from the employees of Espy Lumber. We all wish you and your family a safe and enjoyable holiday season. |
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Mike Reeves
VP/General
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 Market
Conditions
Another year has come and gone. Let’s all hope 2012 will bring more business than the previous three or four. Maybe if we can get through the foreclosures and short sales we will see our permits increase on the new home construction side of things.
SPF Lumber:
Western Spruce sales have been sporadic and prices continue to drift lower. Without any increased business from the China market prices should remain flat for the next few weeks.
Eastern Spruce printed down for the week.
SYP Lumber:
We have seen the bottom and mills are enjoying possibly the best week of the year. Buyers are taking advantage of historically low prices. Inventory levels at the mills are low causing prices to rise.
SYP Plywood:
Plywood prices have been low but by midweek were showing some signs of life. This market will probably continue to print up for the next few weeks.
OSB:
The OSB market seems to be getting very interesting as we enter years end. Producers have reduced their production down to record lows. Most producers have recorded a loss in the 3rd quarter, so it seems unlikely they will be willing to ramp up production any time soon. Expect to see shortages as we approach the new year.
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Framing Lumber and Structural Panel Composite |
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Building permits issued, Dollar Value: YTD 2010 vs. 2011 |
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October 2011 YTD compared to October 2010 YTD. Dollars are in millions.
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here for full size table. |
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Product
Highlight: Rogue Valley Doors |
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Clopay has been manufacturing beautiful, durable and reliable garage doors for nearly 50 years. As North America’s largest residential garage door manufacturer, Clopay has taken garage doors from simply functional to pleasingly fashionable. They are the only manufacturer to offer both the Good Housekeeping Seal and ENERGY STAR qualified fiberglass and steel complementary entry doors.
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Garage doors can be a big investment in the curb appeal, comfort and security of your home. You can choose from traditional raised panel, contemporary and Carriage House styles. Each door is built to order to your specific design, performance requirements and budget. All products are made in the USA by skilled trades people who combine time-honored techniques with innovative technology to build doors that will withstand the test of time. WindCode® doors have been designed and tested to withstand the rigors of high winds and to meet the toughest of building codes.
Whether you are looking for a single-layer paneled steel, 3-layer insulated or an all-wood door, Clopay’s more than 1000 designs, finishes options and decorative hardware selection is sure to have the product to meet your needs.
For more information contact your Espy salesman or visit Clopay’s website at www.clopay.com. |
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Employee
Profile: Nancy Foote |
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Nancy Foote joined Espy in October of 2010 as Credit Manager. Nancy has about 15 years of Accounts Receivable/Collections experience, including an Accounts Receivable Specialist at James Hardie when she lived in Orange County, California. She prides herself on customer satisfaction and working with customers to keep their account open while still getting their bills paid. During her time with Espy, Nancy has built solid relationships with our customer base.
Nancy currently resides in Beaufort with her two teenagers and her dog. After her divorce, she began attending the Technical College of the Lowcountry and hopes to have her degree within the next year. She enjoys spending time with her children, boyfriend, and family and does so whenever she is not doing homework! Nancy is a die-hard Gamecock fan but loves to watch any football game that is on whenever she gets the chance.
Nancy can be reached at 843-645-6885, 843-247-1229 or nancy.foote@espylumber.com. |
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Our Web Site
For information and website links to many of the products handled by Espy Lumber as well as other
information about our company, visit us at www.espylumber.com or
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Closed for Thanksgiving
November 24, 25, 2011
Closed for Christmas
December 26, 2011
Closed for New Years
January 2, 2012
Roofing contest drawing February 3, 2012
AIA, Master Builder Continuing Education Seminars
March 15, 2012 |
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Architect's Corner |
 Cox Industries and Espy Lumber hosted another day of AIA and Master Builder continuing education seminars at our Okatie store on September 15. The event was again very successful with 20 participants earning 6 LU’s in one day on a variety of products.
Another event is planned for March 15, 2012 so mark your calendars now. Invitations will go out in early February. Any questions in the meantime can be directed to Don Owens at (843) 645-6802 dono@espylumber.com.
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