For independent hardware retailers, turning a modest plumbing section into a powerhouse category starts with meeting customers where their plumbing problems begin. According to a survey of 1,001 U.S. homeowners conducted by SupplyHouse, 93% of homeowners delay plumbing or HVAC …

For 20 years, Sam Mackey served in the U.S. military, working his way through the ranks in the U.S. Navy to become a Navy SEAL. Inspired to join after watching the movie “Navy SEALs,” Mackey enlisted in January 2004 and …

Provided by the Home Improvement Research Institute Research from The Home Improvement Research Institute (HIRI) suggests independent retailers can compete in electrical, plumbing and HVAC by understanding when customers choose suppliers, who purchases materials and how plumbing purchases differ. These …

Sponsored by Quikrete Homebuilding construction methods continue to evolve, influenced by regional requirements, material availability and market demand. Based on an analysis of 2025 Census Bureau data by the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB), wood framing remains the dominant …

Sometimes, not knowing where you are going can actually lead you down the right path. Ikaika “Daniel” Keliikoa was unsure what path he wanted to pursue after graduating high school, but felt a pull to join the military. He felt …

The U.S. economy grew at a faster pace in the third quarter of 2026, supported by stronger consumer spending, robust business investment and increased government spending, according to an analysis from the National Association of Home Builders. However, residential investment …

Hermann Lumber in Hermann, Missouri, and has been operating in the community since 1922. In addition to the Hermann location, the operation owns multiple locations throughout Southwest Missouri, including New Haven Lumber and a a Ready-Mixed Concrete facility in Hermann. …

Ace Retail Group announced today that it will open a new Westlake Ace Hardware in Fenton, Missouri, a suburban community of 28,000 area residents in the greater St. Louis area. Ace Retail Group currently owns and operates six Westlake Ace Hardware …