Ashok Chaluvadi

Ashok Chaluvadi is a senior economist for NAHB where he is responsible for conducting and assisting with surveys, such as those measuring builder sentiment, finance issues and other related housing industry surveys. He also provides information on housing topics and related issues to NAHB members, staff, financial institutions, Wall Street companies and other individuals. He holds a master's in economics from Ohio University.

Building Materials Remain Top Challenge for Builders

Ashok ChaluvadiFebruary 7, 2022August 20, 2024

Much like last year, the price and availability of building materials topped the list of problems builders face. According to special questions on the December 2021 survey for the NAHB/Wells Fargo Housing Market Index, building material prices were a significant issue for 96% of builders…