2025 is shaping up to be another nuanced year for builders, demanding an ongoing commitment to resilience, efficiency, and regionally informed agility. While some reporting metrics (ever so slightly) indicate improvement, there are still significant obstacles. As the NAHB reports, high interest rates, rising inflation, labor shortages, and unpredictable material costs are increasing the pressure on builders to deliver top quality projects on time and on budget to preserve end user affordability as much as possible. Construction industry supply chain issues are increasingly troublesome as well.
At Belco Forest Products, we understand these struggles. For decades, we’ve been a trusted partner to builders and dealers, providing not only high-quality preservative treated wood trim, but also the support needed to overcome these hurdles.
Here’s how Belco helps builders succeed in a tough market:
Construction Company Supply Chain Issues: Security and Dependability
Delays and missed deadlines can derail entire projects, leading to costly penalties, strained client relationships, and frustrated crews. Builders in today’s shifting market landscape can’t afford additional construction industry supply chain issues; and with Belco, they don’t have to. Belco assures their partners no backorders, no allocations, and no unusable product. This kind of top shelf reliability keeps projects on schedule, budgets aligned, and net profits protected.
Belco delivers on its promise: On Grade, On Time, Every Time. With a national on-time delivery rate of over 97%, we ensure dealers and builders get what they need, when they need it. Our data-driven decision making process and deep understanding of customer needs means products are packaged and ready to ship before orders are placed. This level of foresight and strategic customer care is just one of the many things builders appreciate about Belco.
Installation Efficiency: Offsetting Labor Shortage Struggles
Labor shortages and rising wages are squeezing builders harder than ever. Finding skilled laborers is tough, and every man-hour on the jobsite costs more. Builders need solutions that maximize efficiency without compromising quality. Belco’s lightweight preservative treated trim is designed to do just that.
Unlike heavier materials like fiber cement, which require multiple workers, specialized tools, and safety equipment for cutting, Belco XT Trim is lightweight, easy to handle and quick to install.
- One-Person Installation: Our trim is lightweight enough for a single worker to install efficiently, reducing labor costs and dependency on large crews.
- No Special Tools: Forget the extra equipment needed for cutting fiber cement. Belco XT installs with standard tools, saving time and money.
- Safer Job Sites: Heavy materials increase the risk of injuries and fatigue. Belco’s lightweight design minimizes these risks, keeping crews safer and more productive.
The obvious takeaway here is that with Belco, builders can do more with less, transforming labor shortage barriers into streamlined workflows for stronger profit margins.
Cost Savings and On the Ground Builder Support
Tight margins and rising costs mean builders need to leverage every advantage they can. Belco delivers with cost-saving programs and high-quality products designed to minimize waste. Unlike alternatives such as OSB and fiber cement, Belco’s trim generates less waste during installation, saving builders money on materials and disposal.
The support doesn’t stop at the product, though. Belco’s regional reps are boots-on-the-ground partners, providing curated and personalized support to help builders overcome obstacles and stay on track. From product education, to cut-list and installation guides, we provide the guidance needed to maximize efficiency and avoid costly mis-steps. Listen to what Tony Laer of Laer Enterprises has to say about working with Belco:
More on What Builders and Dealers are Saying
When builders succeed, both their preferred lumber dealers and satisfied customers win, too. Belco’s commitment to supply chain excellence, cost-saving programs, and hands-on support, translates into stronger trade partnerships, and a more resilient construction industry. Builders across the country trust Belco to deliver quality, reliability, and support. Here’s what Gilberto Harrera at Chesmar Homes has to say:
The Belco Difference
In 2025’s challenging market, builders need strategic partners who truly understand their obstacles and deliver actionable solutions. At Belco, we do this by providing dependable products, efficiency-driven cost savings, and practical solutions to supply chain issues. With the right support system, builders can navigate the fluctuating market landscape with confidence and agility.
