“I think it's likely that prices will spike again and I think it's near certainty there will be some material shortages, ... Our cement shortages will certainly get worse. We're heading for severe shortages of cement at least until those ports are fully operational.”
“Many construction materials are likely to be pricier and scarcer because the storms knocked out so much supply, even if demand does not pick up, ... The loss of substantial oil and natural gas production will affect supplies and prices for diesel fuel, asphalt, roofing materials, insulation, PVC pipe, coatings and assorted construction plastics.”
“[New Orleans also was the] leading port for cement importation through the first half of 2005, ... So, whether those terminals received physical damage or are shut down because there are not enough personnel, it will cause wider cement shortages.”
“Many construction materials are likely to be pricier and scarcer because the storms knocked out so much supply, even if demand does not pick up. The loss of substantial oil and natural gas production will affect supplies and prices for diesel fuel, asphalt, roofing materials, insulation, PVC pipe, coatings and assorted construction plastics.”
“I think it's likely that prices will spike again and I think it's near certainty there will be some material shortages. Our cement shortages will certainly get worse. We're heading for severe shortages of cement at least until those ports are fully operational.”
