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Construction Material Prices 2022: Latest Manufacturer Price Increases by Trade
The BLS producer price index for inputs to nonresidential construction, goods (WPUIP2312001) was 184.9 in September 2026 (preliminary), up 11.2% over 12 months and up 2.3% from the previous month.
Checked daily · last checked Nov 2, 2026.
301 building-product manufacturer price changes take effect in 2022 across 9 trades, with a median stated increase of 8.5% (122 letters state a %). The tables below add the BLS producer price indexes and, for each material, the 2022 letters that match that material's page.
Next BLS Producer Price Index release: Nov 13, 2026, 8:30 a.m. Eastern, for October 2026. BLS schedule.
BLS producer price indexes
Every BLS series PriceLetter stores. The 1-month and 12-month changes are computed from the stored index levels. A series name links to the material page that uses it.
| Series | Series ID | Latest | 1-month | 12-month |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Inputs to nonresidential construction, goods | WPUIP2312001 | 184.9 p September 2026 | +2.3% | +11.2% |
| Inputs to nonresidential construction, goods less foods and energy | WPUIP23120013 | 169.3 p September 2026 | +0.6% | +5.9% |
| Inputs to new nonresidential construction, excluding capital investment, labor, and imports | WPUIP231200 | 173.2 p September 2026 | +2.1% | +11.9% |
| Materials and components for construction | WPUID612 | 385.0 p September 2026 | +0.4% | +5.7% |
| Inputs to new construction, goods | WPUIP2310001 | 365.5 p September 2026 | +2.1% | +10.7% |
| Construction materials | WPUSI012011 | 378.6 p September 2026 | +0.7% | +11.0% |
| Aluminum mill shapes | WPU102501 | 370.5 p September 2026 | −0.1% | +25.2% |
| Asphalt | WPU058102 | 291.5 p September 2026 | −2.4% | +17.1% |
| Asphalt paving mixtures & blocks | PCU3241213241210 | 441.5 p September 2026 | +0.1% | +7.8% |
| Cement, hydraulic | WPU13220161 | 348.6 p September 2026 | 0.0% | −1.2% |
| Copper and brass mill shapes | WPU102502 | 835.3 p September 2026 | +1.4% | +30.0% |
| Copper and copper alloy pipe and tube | WPU10250239 | 406.2 April 2026 | 0.0% | – |
| Copper base scrap | WPU102301 | 1005.9 p September 2026 | +0.9% | +48.3% |
| Copper wire and cable | WPU10260314 | 607.7 p September 2026 | +0.8% | +30.8% |
| Extruded aluminum shapes, including rod, bar, and wire | WPU10250162 | 248.7 p September 2026 | −1.4% | +26.1% |
| Fabricated structural metal bar joists and concrete reinforcing bars | WPU1074051 | 408.0 p September 2026 | +4.9% | +30.0% |
| Fabricated structural metal products | WPU107 | 418.3 p September 2026 | +1.0% | +7.4% |
| Gypsum building materials | WPU13710102 | 367.0 p September 2026 | 0.0% | −0.4% |
| Gypsum products | WPU137 | 488.9 p September 2026 | +0.8% | +1.4% |
| Hot rolled steel bars, plates, and structural shapes | WPU101704 | 319.7 p September 2026 | +3.0% | +15.0% |
| Iron and steel | WPU101 | 383.3 p September 2026 | +1.5% | +20.7% |
| Iron and steel scrap | WPU1012 | 581.0 p September 2026 | −0.3% | +10.2% |
| Lumber | WPU081 | 282.3 p September 2026 | −1.4% | +8.7% |
| Midwest region ready-mix concrete | PCU327320327320B | 187.2 p September 2026 | +0.4% | +4.0% |
| No. 2 diesel fuel | WPU057303 | 675.6 p September 2026 | +24.2% | +115.2% |
| Northeast region ready-mix concrete | PCU327320327320A | 180.1 p September 2026 | 0.0% | +3.5% |
| Plastics pipe | WPU07210603 | 181.8 p September 2026 | −0.4% | +3.7% |
| Plastics pipe fittings and unions | WPU07210604 | 355.1 p September 2026 | +0.3% | +7.9% |
| Plywood | WPU083 | 303.7 p September 2026 | +1.8% | +12.6% |
| Prepared asphalt and tar roofing and siding products | WPU13610131 | 333.2 p September 2026 | −2.0% | +2.7% |
| Ready-mix concrete manufacturing | PCU327320327320 | 402.8 p September 2026 | 0.0% | +2.3% |
| Reconstituted wood product manufacturing | PCU321219321219 | 228.1 p September 2026 | +3.3% | +8.0% |
| Softwood lumber | WPU0811 | 288.6 p September 2026 | −2.0% | +14.2% |
| Softwood plywood products: rough, sanded, and specialties | WPU083103035 | 202.0 p September 2026 | +2.3% | +21.4% |
| South region ready-mix concrete | PCU327320327320C | 177.2 p September 2026 | −0.1% | +1.2% |
| Steel mill products | WPU1017 | 388.6 p September 2026 | +2.2% | +27.6% |
| Thermoplastic resins and plastics materials | WPU0662 | 278.1 p September 2026 | −1.7% | +6.7% |
| West region ready-mix concrete | PCU327320327320D | 185.3 p September 2026 | −0.2% | +2.2% |
Manufacturer letters vs the index, 2022
The 12-month change is the BLS series named in the row. Letter counts use the same match as that material's page. Upcoming means an effective date still ahead. The median is the stated percent on increase letters (a range counts at its midpoint).
| Material | Index, 12-month | Letters 2022 | Still upcoming | Median stated % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Copper | Copper wire and cable WPU10260314 +30.8% | 0 | 0 | – |
| Aluminum | Aluminum mill shapes WPU102501 +25.2% | 3 | 0 | 12% |
| Steel | Steel mill products WPU1017 +27.6% | 7 | 0 | 7.5% |
| Lumber | Softwood lumber WPU0811 +14.2% | 0 | 0 | – |
| Concrete | Ready-mix concrete (U.S.) PCU327320327320 +2.3% | 5 | 0 | 7.5% |
| Asphalt | Asphalt roofing products WPU13610131 +2.7% | 23 | 0 | 10% |
| PVC pipe | Plastics pipe WPU07210603 +3.7% | 7 | 0 | 8.3% |
| Drywall | Gypsum products WPU137 +1.4% | 6 | 0 | 6% |
| Diesel | No. 2 diesel (producer price index) WPU057303 +115.2% | 1 | 0 | – |
| Trade | Letters 2022 | Median stated % | Latest effective | Next effective |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical Supply Prices | 160 | 10% | Erico (Dec 1, 2022) | – |
| Roofing Material Prices | 62 | 9% | Blue Ridge Fiberboard (Nov 1, 2022, 3-5%) | – |
| Fire Sprinkler & Fire Protection Prices | 47 | 8.6% | Johnson Controls (Aug 15, 2022, 8%) | – |
| Siding Prices | 11 | 9% | CertainTeed (Sep 15, 2022, up to 6%, up to 25%) | – |
| Insulation Prices | 9 | 8.3% | Hunter (Oct 1, 2022, up to 8.5%) | – |
| Drywall Prices | 6 | 6% | AL13 Architectural Systems (Dec 1, 2022, 3%) | – |
| Window & Door Prices | 3 | 7.5% | Velux (Aug 1, 2022, 7.5%) | – |
| Plumbing Supply Prices | 2 | 5.8% | Guardian (Jul 1, 2022, 5.5%) | – |
| Fencing Prices | 1 | 6.5% | VEKA Fencing (Jan 12, 2022, 6.5%) | – |
Still to take effect in 2022 (0)
No letters found yet.
Most recent increases already in effect
| Effective | Brand | Trade | Products | Increase | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 1, 2022 | AL13 Architectural Systems | Drywall & Interiors | Convoy Supply (US) bulletin: AL13 will implement a price increase of 3%, effective December 1, 2022, on all systems & components. The price increase applies to all quotes issued… | 3% | Original letter · Convoy Supply (US) |
| Dec 1, 2022 | Erico | Electrical | Womack Electric Supply's Market Watch listed a price increase from nVent Caddy, ERICO, & ERIFLEX, effective December 1, 2022 (notification dated October 3, 2022). The listing do… | see letter | Original letter · Womack Electric Supply |
| Dec 1, 2022 | Hoffman | Electrical | Womack Electric Supply's Market Watch listed a price increase from Hoffman, effective December 1, 2022. The listing does not state a percentage. | see letter | Original letter · Womack Electric Supply |
| Dec 1, 2022 | nVent: Caddy | Electrical | Womack Electric Supply's Market Watch listed a price increase from nVent Caddy, ERICO, & ERIFLEX, effective December 1, 2022 (notification dated October 3, 2022). The listing do… | see letter | Original letter · Womack Electric Supply |
| Dec 1, 2022 | Oldcastle | Electrical | Convoy Supply (US) bulletin: Oldcastle APG will implement a price increase of 10%, effective December 1, 2022, on all products. All orders with the above products shipped on or … | 10% | Original letter · Convoy Supply (US) |
| Dec 1, 2022 | Panduit | Electrical | Womack Electric Supply's Market Watch listed a price increase from Panduit, effective December 1, 2022 (notification dated October 3, 2022). The listing does not state a percent… | see letter | Original letter · Womack Electric Supply |
| Nov 14, 2022 | Dialight | Electrical | Womack Electric Supply's Market Watch listed a price increase from Dialight, effective November 14, 2022 (notification dated October 4, 2022). The listing does not state a perce… | see letter | Original letter · Womack Electric Supply |
| Nov 10, 2022 | Atkore | Electrical | Womack Electric Supply's Market Watch listed a price increase from Atkore Kaf-Tech, effective November 10, 2022 (notification dated November 8, 2022). The listing does not state… | see letter | Original letter · Womack Electric Supply |
| Nov 7, 2022 | Southwire | Electrical | Womack Electric Supply's Market Watch listed a price increase from Southwire Components & Lighting (Topaz, Garvin, & Madison Products), effective November 7, 2022 (notification … | see letter | Original letter · Womack Electric Supply |
| Nov 1, 2022 | Atkore | Electrical | Womack Electric Supply's Market Watch listed a price increase from Atkore Steel, effective November 1, 2022 (notification dated October 28, 2022). The listing does not state a p… | see letter | Original letter · Womack Electric Supply |
| Nov 1, 2022 | Blue Ridge Fiberboard | Roofing | Convoy Supply (US) bulletin: Blue Ridge will implement a price increase of 3%-5%, effective November 1, 2022, on all wood fiberboard products. *Please note all increases are cum… | 3-5% | Original letter · Convoy Supply (US) |
| Nov 1, 2022 | Honeywell | Electrical | Womack Electric Supply's Market Watch listed a price increase from Emon/Honeywell, effective November 1, 2022 (notification dated September 30, 2022). The listing does not state… | see letter | Original letter · Womack Electric Supply |
| Nov 1, 2022 | Quazite | Electrical | Womack Electric Supply's Market Watch listed a price increase from Quazite, effective November 1, 2022 (notification dated October 2, 2022). The listing does not state a percent… | see letter | Original letter · Womack Electric Supply |
| Nov 1, 2022 | Western Tube | Electrical | Womack Electric Supply's Market Watch listed a price increase from Western Tube, effective November 1, 2022 (notification dated October 31, 2022). The listing does not state a p… | see letter | Original letter · Womack Electric Supply |
| Nov 1, 2022 | Wheatland Tube | Electrical | Womack Electric Supply's Market Watch listed a price increase from Wheatland, effective November 1, 2022 (notification dated October 31, 2022). The listing does not state a perc… | see letter | Original letter · Womack Electric Supply |
| Oct 21, 2022 | Sagiper | Roofing | Convoy Supply (US) bulletin: Sagiper will implement a price increase, effective October 21, 2022, on the following products: Sagiwall & Sarivev Aluminum Trims 3%* Sagiwall, Sagi… | see letter | Original letter · Convoy Supply (US) |
| Oct 17, 2022 | Atkore | Electrical | Womack Electric Supply's Market Watch listed a price increase from Atkore PVC, effective October 17, 2022 (notification dated October 7, 2022). The listing does not state a perc… | see letter | Original letter · Womack Electric Supply |
| Oct 3, 2022 | Atkore | Electrical | Womack Electric Supply's Market Watch listed a price increase from Atkore, effective October 3, 2022 (notification dated September 29, 2022). The listing does not state a percen… | see letter | Original letter · Womack Electric Supply |
| Oct 3, 2022 | GAF Commercial | Roofing | GAF Commercial letter posted by ABC Supply: The good news is that these increases have been expected and the Not to Exceed Pricing guidelines that we published for Q4 2022 prici… | see letter | Original letter · ABC Supply |
| Oct 3, 2022 | Hammond Power Solutions | Electrical | Womack Electric Supply's Market Watch listed a price increase from Hammond Power Solutions, effective October 3, 2022 (notification dated August 3, 2022). The listing does not s… | see letter | Original letter · Womack Electric Supply |
| Oct 3, 2022 | Wheatland Tube | Electrical | Womack Electric Supply's Market Watch listed a price increase from Wheatland, effective October 3, 2022 (notification dated September 29, 2022). The listing does not state a per… | see letter | Original letter · Womack Electric Supply |
| Oct 1, 2022 | Atlas | Roofing | Convoy Supply (US) bulletin: Atlas will implement a price increase, effective October 1st, 2022, on the following products: CGF (Coated-Glass Facer) polyiso insulation 2%-3% Cov… | 2-3%, 5% | Original letter · Convoy Supply (US) |
| Oct 1, 2022 | Bergen | Electrical | Womack Electric Supply's Market Watch listed a price increase from ECM: Gardner Bender, King Innovation, Bergen, Ilsco, Utilco, & Briscon, effective October 1, 2022 (notificatio… | see letter | Original letter · Womack Electric Supply |
| Oct 1, 2022 | Briscon | Electrical | Womack Electric Supply's Market Watch listed a price increase from ECM: Gardner Bender, King Innovation, Bergen, Ilsco, Utilco, & Briscon, effective October 1, 2022 (notificatio… | see letter | Original letter · Womack Electric Supply |
| Oct 1, 2022 | Gardner Bender | Electrical | Womack Electric Supply's Market Watch listed a price increase from ECM: Gardner Bender, King Innovation, Bergen, Ilsco, Utilco, & Briscon, effective October 1, 2022 (notificatio… | see letter | Original letter · Womack Electric Supply |
Frequently asked questions
How much did nonresidential construction input prices change?
The BLS producer price index for inputs to nonresidential construction, goods (WPUIP2312001) was 184.9 in September 2026 (preliminary), up 11.2% over 12 months and up 2.3% from the previous month. Last checked Nov 2, 2026.
How many manufacturer price changes take effect in 2022?
301 manufacturer price changes on file take effect in 2022. 301 price changes take effect in 2022 across 9 trades. Across the 122 letters effective in 2022 that state a percentage, the median is 8.5%.
When is the next BLS Producer Price Index release?
The next Producer Price Index release on the BLS schedule is Nov 13, 2026, 8:30 a.m. Eastern, covering October 2026. BLS schedule.
How do manufacturer letters compare with the price indexes?
The letters-versus-index table puts each material's 12-month BLS change next to the 2022 letters that match that material's page, how many of those letters are still ahead, and the median stated percent. The match is the material page's own rule, including the whole Drywall and interiors trade. A price announcement is not counted as cement. Letters are list-price announcements. Indexes are producer prices.
Where do the figures on this page come from?
Letter counts, dates and stated percents are computed from the PriceLetter database. Index levels and the 1-month and 12-month changes are computed from the BLS producer price indexes stored from the public BLS API. Those indexes were last checked Nov 2, 2026.
Sources: Producer price indexes: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, not seasonally adjusted; values marked p are preliminary and BLS revises them for four months. BLS.gov cannot vouch for the data or analyses derived from these data after the data have been retrieved from BLS.gov. Checked daily; last checked Nov 2, 2026. Index changes are not the price any one supplier charges you; confirm prices with your supplier.