Union Grove Lumber CEO and co-owner talks about legacy, family, and the ‘sawdust in her veins.’ In the heart of Harmony, North Carolina, Union Grove Lumber operates as more than just a family-owned lumber wholesale company. It’s a legacy, a mission, and a labor of love. Recently, I had the[Read More…]
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August/September 2025
Knowledge is Power!
What are you doing to address the knowledge gaps that may be holding you back from reaching the next level? “Shed school is in session!”But wait—who is the teacher? That may depend on our perspective. I can remember attending Sunday School in my 20s, where the teacher had us work[Read More…]
Knoxville Bound!
Be in the know and prepared for the upcoming Shed Builder Expo in Tennessee, Sept. 24-25. Are you ready to head to Knoxville?Why? Because the industry’s premier trade show, Shed Builder Expo (www.ShedBuilderExpo.com),will take place Sept. 24-25 at the Knoxville Convention Center in Tennessee.Over two days at the end of[Read More…]
A Century of Supply
For 100 years, Dairyman’s Supply Company has supplied industries, transitioning from dairy farmers to shed/portable building manufacturers. It’s no secret that it’s not easy for businesses to last. The average staying power for companies in the United States has dropped to 12 to 15 years. According to the U.S. Bureau[Read More…]
Carport Roofs: Vertical Styles
Not all carport roof styles are the same, so when a customer decides to add metal carports to their property, it’s important to make sure they understand the carport roof style best for their needs. When it comes to protecting vehicles from the elements, a metal roof carport offers a[Read More…]
Above and Beyond
Handi Houses of Fayetteville has one goal: to provide the highest quality structures and services available in the portable building industry. “We take pride in our builds and offer on-site building options for many of our customer products,” the company says. To accomplish this, Handi Houses of Fayetteville’s staff goes[Read More…]
People and Technology
As a guy in his early 40s, I remember life before smartphones and high-speed internet. Today, it’s hard to escape and even harder to imagine a world without them. I’ve never resisted technology, but I’ll admit, I often find myself a step or two behind the Gen Z crowd when[Read More…]
