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Since 1980's, the United States has experienced significant growth in single-family home construction, contributing to urban sprawl.
This has acted as a catalyst for a thriving business ecosystem within the building materials industry.
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Approximately 7,000 drywall screws are needed to build a 2500sq ft, 3 bedroom home.
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About 2,000 feet of copper wire are needed for today's modern smart home.
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176,000 nails are needed to construct the 18,000 board feet (45 trees) into a homes framing.
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Staples secure wiring to the structure. On average, about 400 will be needed.
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Innovations will change how homes are built but the need for raw materials will only grow.
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