With so many material prices swinging wildly in 2025, it’s easy to feel like nothing is predictable. But not everything is chaos — in fact, some materials have stayed surprisingly stable this year. Whether it's because of domestic sourcing, low transportation needs, or consistent demand, these products are helping contractors build without the budget headaches.
Here are five materials that have held steady so far in 2025 — and why they matter more than ever.
Despite supply chain delays in other categories, standard concrete mixes have remained relatively consistent in price. That’s mostly due to strong domestic supply chains and the fact that concrete is often produced close to the jobsite.
📉 Price swing: Typically under 10%
🛠️ Why it matters: Great for slab pours, footings, and driveways that need cost predictability.
After some volatility in 2021–2022, OSB has finally leveled out. Manufacturers ramped up production, and demand has normalized, especially in markets where it’s used more for sheathing than structural framing.
📉 Price swing: Around 10–12%
🛠️ Why it matters: Helpful for roof decks, wall sheathing, and budget-conscious builds.
Paint pricing has remained steady largely because raw materials are more accessible now than in recent years, and transportation costs are lower for local paint distribution compared to other bulky materials.
📉 Price swing: Under 8%
🛠️ Why it matters: Easy to spec, easy to budget — good news for remodelers and finish crews.
PVC continues to benefit from streamlined production and less international disruption than other plastics or metals. It's remained one of the more affordable and consistent materials, especially for residential plumbing and drainage.
📉 Price swing: 5–10%
🛠️ Why it matters: Stable pricing makes it easier to quote plumbing jobs and stay on margin.
Primed MDF trim hasn’t seen the spikes that natural wood trim or decorative millwork have. It’s widely available, cost-effective, and not as vulnerable to species shortages or specialty lumber pricing.
📉 Price swing: 7–10%
🛠️ Why it matters: Perfect for spec homes, starter builds, and cost-sensitive finish packages.
In a volatile market, finding stable line items can help you balance your overall job costs. Knowing where your materials are likely to stay steady means you can shift focus (and contingency budgeting) to the categories that are less predictable — like lumber, roofing, or insulation.
If you want help sourcing these more stable products — or just need someone to pick them up for you without pulling your crew off the job — Ruck’s here to help. Same-day deliveries, real-time pricing insights with TRAKKER, and quotes when you need them.
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