Construction costs are currently skyrocketing

That is correct. However, we spoke with the roofer again this morning since we had not yet agreed on a color. When asked if there are CURRENTLY any supply shortages, the answer was a clear no, as the concrete tiles are not fired in a kiln but only poured.

I assume the general contractor meant clay tiles. Although I would also expect supply shortages for concrete tiles in the medium term if some now switch to roof tiles. The capacity cannot be increased indefinitely.

Talked to my window manufacturer yesterday - Schüco is increasing prices by 30% and probably will make another big jump during the year. Also spoke with my roofer, managing director of a large roofing company - They have now completely restocked their inventory, which according to him will last until the end of summer. Direct quote: "Whether I can even supply you by the end of the year, regardless of price, I absolutely cannot tell you as of today." They apparently get new price increases from their suppliers every two weeks now. My father, a buyer at a large automotive supplier, is currently buying his steel at three times the price compared to a year ago.

The rather large Beton Kemmler is currently also buying at about 1600,- / ton, which is more than double the usual amount. Also, it is not guaranteed at all that deliveries will continue.

If 30% have now canceled, this !could! result in lower demand for building materials in autumn. On the other hand, there are probably still heavily reduced production capacities. So it's a gamble now: order at the current price or wait for a slight decline in autumn. I would prefer to have the bird in the hand here, even if it costs as much as the pigeon

Well, a crystal ball would be good now :-) We are trying to get through quickly. For everything we provide ourselves in EL, there is currently a big hoarding going on. But I am mostly curious about the carpenter. He should do the extension and the roof. Then there are the windows and facade, heating. That will be exciting.

If now 30% have canceled, then !could! this be reflected in autumn in the form of lower demand for building materials. On the other hand, severely reduced production capacities probably still remain. So it's a gamble now: order at the current price or wait for slightly declining prices in autumn. I would rather have the bird in the hand here, even if it costs as much as the pigeon

My crystal ball says those who have canceled now might possibly stay on standby as well. But who knows. For now, I still keep my fingers crossed for everyone who is already in the middle of the house-building project, hoping they can successfully complete it.

So I have put my planned 7-family house on hold for now and am waiting. If necessary, 1 to 2 years. Since the KFW subsidies have been discontinued, interest rates have risen, and construction costs have increased, it hardly pays off. Therefore, I am not concluding any financing with a 22-year term now.