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Data Products
- Your source of truth in building and construction.Information at your fingertips – Principia’s menu of data products can be accessed whenever you need them.
- Data Services
  - Demand AssessmentProprietary demand platform
  - Supply AssessmentProprietary supply platform
  - Dealer Location DataComprehensive dealer database
  - Product DistributionLumber and materials distribution
  - Market Data on DemandCustom data extracts
- Reports
  - Demand SnapshotsMarket demand summaries
  - Supply SnapshotsMarket supply summaries
- Customer Experience
  - Contractor SatisfactionIn-depth journey mapping
  - Homeowner JourneyHomeowner purchase journey
Research & Consulting
- Your source of truth in building and construction.Fully customized research and consulting services for those looking to learn, grow or invest.
- Column 2
  - Market AssessmentDeep insights into markets
  - Product InnovationPlanning for product success
  - Go-To-Market StrategyData-fueled market strategy
- Column 3
  - Customer ExperienceInsights to attract and retain customers
  - Transaction SupportMarket based diligence support
About Us
- How We Help
- Our Team
- Careers
- Blog

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Lumberyard Sentiment Dashboard:Dealers’ Outlook for Business Over the Next 12 Months

March 5, 2025

Principia’s ongoing dealer surveys offer valuable insights into the LBM dealer universe. Stay tuned for more insights about dealer sentiment toward market trends in 2025.

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Lumberyard vs One-step Distributors Sentiments: Insights from Principia’s LBM Dealer Survey

January 22, 2025

This graphic reports survey results for where lumberyards purchase materials from for building material product categories. The graphic has a stacked bar chart with the following data: Decking 49% 2-step distributor 26% Direct from Manufacturer 25% Both Doors 33% 2-step distributor 39% Direct from Manufacturer 28% Both Exterior Trim 47% 2-step distributor 23% Direct from Manufacturer 30% Both Fencing 39% 2-step distributor 34% Direct from Manufacturer 27% Both Insulation 46% 2-step distributor 24% Direct from Manufacturer 30% Both Railing 49% 2-step distributor 26% Direct from Manufacturer 25% Both Roofing 43% 2-step distributor 27% Direct from Manufacturer 30% Both Siding 47% 2-step distributor 23% Direct from Manufacturer 30% Both Window/ Patio Doors 26% 2-step distributor 47% Direct from Manufacturer 27% Both

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Lumberyard Purchasing Trends Reveal Surprising Supplier Preferences

January 8, 2025

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Lumberyard Sentiment Dashboard:Dealers’ Outlook for Business Over the Next 12 Months

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