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Title: Active Estimating Provides Insights into Long-Term Cost Trends

United States, 16th Aug 2025 - In an evolving construction landscape marked by shifting material costs and labor dynamics, understanding long-term pricing trends has become essential for accurate planning and budgeting. A recent analysis shared by "https://www.activeestimating.com/" Active Estimating sheds light on notable patterns in the drywall segment, providing stakeholders with actionable insights that support better decision-making grounded in data-driven intelligence.Drywall Cost Trends Over TimeAccording to internal projections and historical data, drywall labor costs have steadily increased, with average hourly rates reflecting an upward trend across both union and non-union markets. In the West Coast region, for example, drywall labor has been averaging between $75–$85/hour with union crews, and $55–$70/hour with non-union crews . These figures underscore the importance of forecasting labor expenses when drafting long-term project estimates.Material costs have followed a similar trajectory. Over the past several years, gypsum board pricing has climbed, with delivery charges and fuel surcharges adding volatility to overall budgeting. The analysis emphasizes how lead times and regional supply chain conditions can further affect these rates, a critical variable for preconstruction planning.Data Highlights from the FieldUnion drywall labor rates: $75–$85/hourNon-union drywall labor rates: $55–$70/hourFringe benefit costs included in union rates; not typically in non-union estimatesGypsum board delivery surcharges: Often tied to distance and frequencyTime delays and fuel fluctuations are affecting net project costsCost Forecasting and Escalation PlanningThe report emphasizes the necessity of escalation planning in multi-phase or multi-year developments. Active Esti...

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