Home Remodeling

25 articles

Split image illustrating a national home remodeling market slowdown alongside a surge in remodeling spending specifically within Michigan.
Home Improvement

US home remodeling market slowdown continues, Michigan's spending surges

While national home improvement giant Home Depot saw sales dip 3.

Ethan Rowe·August 11, 2026
A millennial couple carefully reviewing renovation plans and a budget spreadsheet in their partially updated living room.
Home Improvement

Successful Home Remodeling Planning Includes Contingency

Millennials, aged 30 to 45, are now outspending every other generation on home projects, often choosing to renovate their current homes rather than move.

Olivia Hart·August 8, 2026
Homeowner stressed over renovation bills contrasted with a beautifully renovated kitchen, symbolizing budget challenges and aspirations.
Home Improvement

Home Renovation Spending Set to Fall in 2026 Despite Strong Demand

In 2025, 37% of homeowners exceeded their initial renovation budget, even as the planned median renovation spend for 2026 is projected to decrease to $15,000.

Ethan Rowe·August 2, 2026
A luxurious and functional outdoor kitchen with integrated living space, showcasing modern design and comfortable seating in a sunlit backyard.
Home Improvement

Home remodeling trends in 2026 focus on kitchen and outdoor living

Ninety-five percent of homeowners building outdoor kitchens start from scratch.

Ethan Rowe·July 30, 2026
Homeowner happily overseeing a sustainable kitchen remodel, choosing eco-friendly materials and energy-efficient upgrades for their home.
Home Improvement

Why Homeowners Prioritize Sustainability Over Cost in Remodeling

In 2025, 68% of homeowners declared they are willing to pay more for sustainable materials, signaling a seismic shift in the remodeling industry's priorities.

Ethan Rowe·July 21, 2026
A long queue of homeowners outside a Seattle house under renovation, illustrating significant delays and high demand for contractors.
Home Improvement

2026 Seattle Home Remodeling: Navigating Costs, Delays, and Scams

In Seattle, homeowners now face an average 8-12 month wait just to start a major renovation, a doubling of lead times from two years ago, as demand outstrips a shrinking pool of available contractors.

Ethan Rowe·July 20, 2026
Contractors working diligently on a modern kitchen and bathroom renovation project, showcasing high demand for home improvement services.
Home Improvement

Kitchen and bathroom renovations drive strong contractor demand

Sentiment for moderately sized remodeling projects, typically kitchens and bathrooms, jumped to 73 in Q2 2026, even as the overall market slightly cooled.

Ethan Rowe·July 11, 2026
Split image contrasting active home remodeling with stalled new home construction, illustrating market trends.
Home Improvement

Remodeling drives residential construction spending increase

In May 2026, the entire U.

Ethan Rowe·July 3, 2026
5 Costly Home Remodel Mistakes Next Level Austin Helps Austin Homeowners Avoid
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5 Costly Home Remodel Mistakes Next Level Austin Helps Austin Homeowners Avoid

Next Level Austin helps Austin homeowners avoid common, costly mistakes in home remodels, ensuring a stunning outcome without stress or budget overruns. They emphasize comprehensive planning and the value of a design-build partner over just a contractor.

Sponsored·July 1, 2026
Renuity's expansion into Alabama and Kansas, showcasing new service hubs and the company's commitment to growth in the home remodeling market.
Home Improvement

Renuity Home Remodeling Services expands into Alabama and Kansas

Renuity, a national home remodeling giant, will open 5 new service hubs across Alabama and Kansas by Q3 2024, targeting a combined $6.

Ethan Rowe·June 30, 2026
5 Home Remodeling Traps to Avoid (With Valhalla Home Services LLC's Approach to Each)
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5 Home Remodeling Traps to Avoid (With Valhalla Home Services LLC's Approach to Each)

Embarking on a home remodel can be exciting, but many homeowners in Jacksonville, Florida, encounter costly and stressful pitfalls. These common mistakes to avoid in home remodeling can turn a dream project into a prolon…

Sponsored·June 29, 2026
Stressed homeowner surrounded by a chaotic, unfinished home renovation, symbolizing common mistakes and budget overruns.
Home Improvement

Top 4 Common Homeowner Renovation Mistakes to Avoid

Homeowners often underestimate remodeling costs by a staggering 20-50%, turning dream renovations into financial nightmares.

Ethan Rowe·June 19, 2026
A quiet, partially renovated home interior with sunlight streaming in, symbolizing a slowdown in home remodeling activity.
Home Improvement

Home remodeling growth slows to 0.5% by early 2027

By the first quarter of 2027, annual spending growth on home renovations is projected to plummet to a mere 0.

Ethan Rowe·May 12, 2026
Exterior of a charming, updated suburban house on Magnolia Street NW, Coon Rapids, showcasing the results of the 'Home for Generations' program.
Home Improvement

Coon Rapids Home Tour Showcases 'Home for Generations' Program

On Sunday, May 17, 2026, Coon Rapids residents can step inside four transformed homes, from a comprehensive interior remodel at 10125 Magnolia Street NW to a finished basement at 2725 109th Lane NW.

Ethan Rowe·May 12, 2026
A home renovation project stalled due to economic uncertainty, with tools laid out but unused and a Home Depot sign subtly in the background.
Real Estate

Economic climate impact on home remodeling: Home Depot cuts forecast

This year, 71% of homeowners postponed renovations due to economic uncertainty, a factor leading Home Depot to cut its financial forecast and trim its full-year outlook.

Mason Clarke·May 6, 2026
A home interior with renovation in progress, showing organized tools and materials under soft sunlight, symbolizing a selective market.
Home Improvement

Home Remodeling Growth Slows Amid Economic Factors Early 2027

By early 2027, annual spending growth on home improvements is projected to plummet to just 0.

Ethan Rowe·May 6, 2026
A homeowner overseeing a busy home renovation project, surrounded by tools and blueprints, symbolizing the ongoing remodeling boom.
Real Estate

Homeowner Remodeling Boom Continues Despite Rising Costs

In 2026, the number of remodeling firms in the U.

Mason Clarke·May 3, 2026
Interior of a modern, sustainable home designed for health and well-being, featuring multifunctional living and working spaces with natural light.
Home Improvement

Why Home Remodeling Is Shifting to Sustainable, Multifunctional Spaces

Near Salt Lake City, a new 7,700-square-foot model home is showcasing a 'LivingWell' concept, designed not just for comfort, but for enhancing the mental and physical health of its occupants.

Clara Whitmore·April 21, 2026
A beautifully renovated kitchen with modern finishes, featuring new countertops and cabinetry, symbolizing successful home improvement projects and the spring remodeling season in Bellevue, WA.
Home Improvement

BLC Remodeling Contractor Launches Spring Offers in Bellevue WA

Bellevue-area homeowners can now access a new promotion for the spring remodeling season. BLC Remodeling Contractor has announced an offer that could reduce the cost of your next major home upgrade.

Ethan Rowe·April 8, 2026
A modern, bright kitchen renovation with a family enjoying the space, symbolizing the regional home remodeling boom across key US markets.
Home Improvement

New Data Shows Regional Home Remodeling Boom in Key Markets

Demand for home remodeling is surging in key markets from Texas to California. New data points to a boom in bathroom, kitchen, and ADU projects as homeowners invest in upgrading their current properties.

Ethan Rowe·April 7, 2026
A stunning renovated home with a modern ADU, showcasing quality construction and design against the picturesque Monterey Bay sunset, symbolizing Aldridge Construction's expansion.
Home Improvement

Aldridge Construction Expands ADU and Home Remodeling in Monterey Bay

Aldridge Construction is expanding its ADU and home remodeling services across the Monterey Bay region to meet growing demand. Discover how local homeowners are choosing renovations over relocation.

Ethan Rowe·April 7, 2026
A modern kitchen and bathroom renovation project in progress, showcasing new designs and happy homeowners discussing plans with a professional contractor, symbolizing regional remodeling expansion.
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Regional Home Remodeling Companies Expand Kitchen and Bathroom Services

Several regional home remodeling companies across North America are expanding their kitchen and bathroom renovation services. These expansions are driven by localized growth in homeowner demand for specialized improvement projects.

Olivia Hart·April 4, 2026
A homeowner looking stressed while reviewing renovation plans amidst construction materials, symbolizing the financial burden of renoflation and unexpected remodeling costs.
Home Improvement

Homeowners Face Renoflation and Remodeling Sticker Shock

Many homeowners are experiencing 'renoflation' and remodeling sticker shock, with projects frequently exceeding budgets. This trend is forcing families to dip into emergency savings to cover unexpected costs.

Olivia Hart·April 3, 2026
A beautifully renovated kitchen in a Nassau County home, featuring custom white cabinetry, a large quartz island, stainless steel appliances, and bright natural light.
Home Improvement

Praiano Expands Kitchen Renovation Services in Nassau County

Praiano Home Remodeling is expanding its kitchen renovation services across Nassau County for the Spring 2026 peak season. Homeowners can explore comprehensive remodels, custom cabinetry, and countertop upgrades.

Ethan Rowe·April 3, 2026
An aerial view of a suburban home undergoing a major renovation, with an ADU under construction in the backyard, symbolizing the surge in home improvement projects across the US.
Home Improvement

Home Renovation and ADU Projects Surge Across US Regions

Home renovation and accessory dwelling unit (ADU) projects are experiencing a significant increase across various U.S. regions. Homeowners are choosing to upgrade their current properties rather than move, driven by high mortgage rates and limited for-sale inventory.

Ethan Rowe·April 2, 2026