Dear Valued Customer, Dear Valued Customer, On August 7, CMI announced an increase in our tariff surcharge, as the U.S. government adjusted most reciprocal tariffs, and many have been finalized. This amount varies by country of origin. It’s more important than ever to deal with a global supplier with the scale and scope of CMI, […]
Cutting costs is a natural instinct in construction. Every project has a budget, and with tight margins, it can be tempting to chase the lowest bid on materials. But what looks like a savings up front often turns into one of the most expensive decisions you can make. Cheap materials might help a project pass
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Dear Valued Customer, Effective with container shipments on August 7th, 2025 The White House has announced significant tariff increases on nearly all imported products into the US. The amounts vary based on origin and some are subject to additional changes creating an air of uncertainty. CMI continues to uphold our firm belief in full transparency
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Dear Valued Customer, As is detailed in the attached link, the well-publicized Executive Order from the White House regarding the reciprocal tariffs, the recent rates for most countries took effect on August 7th, 2025. This continues to be a fluid situation and while the cost of materials is relatively level, the additional tariff will be
Successful construction projects are built on more than just blueprints and budgets—they’re built on smart material choices, specified and sourced by people who understand how those materials perform in the real world. Too often, material selection is based solely on habit or price, with little consideration for long-term performance, maintenance, or code compliance. This is
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In the construction materials industry, availability can make or break a project. It doesn’t matter how skilled the crew is or how perfectly the schedule is planned—if the materials aren’t on site when needed, deadlines slip and budgets swell. That’s why Continental Materials has spent the last two decades building one of the most robust
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Contractors and distributors are seeing it firsthand—material prices are up again, and it’s not always obvious why. While labor shortages and logistics delays often grab the headlines, some of the biggest cost drivers in 2025 are buried deep within the supply chain. Specifically, rising prices in crude oil, resin, and asphalt are reshaping what builders
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Dear Valued Customer, Abington, PA (7/7/25) – Continental Materials, Inc. (CMI) continues to expand its team to support the companies long term growth initiatives and is pleased to announce the addition of Daniel Godfrey as Product Manager, effective July 7th. In this new role, Dan will be instrumental in supporting CMI’s strategic initiatives in new
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Territory: NationwideEffective Date: July 28, 2025 Dear Valued Customer, Please be advised that due to rising costs in energy, materials, and transportation, there will be a price increase of 4% to 6% on all fiberboard and cant strip/tapered edge products nationwide effective with shipments July 28, 2025 (regardless of order date). All currently priced fiberboard
The evolution of roofing materials is driven by three priorities: performance, safety, and energy efficiency—and breathable underlayments are a direct result of these goals converging. Among them, AeroTech15™ stands out as one of the most forward-looking options available today. For builders, roofers, and specifiers—especially in humid regions like Florida, Georgia, and the Gulf states—breathable synthetic
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In today’s construction environment, few things disrupt timelines and budgets more than shipping delays, freight surcharges, and logistical bottlenecks. Over the past few years, these challenges have shifted from occasional setbacks to everyday obstacles for contractors, developers, and suppliers alike. At Continental Materials, we’ve made it a point not only to adapt to this reality