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Stine Home & Yard recently hosted hundreds of industry professionals for its 2026 Stine Home Builder and Pro Expo at Burton Coliseum in Lake Charles, Louisiana. The biennial event provided an opportunity for manufacturers, contractors and Stine team members to strengthen relationships, exchange industry knowledge and explore the latest products and innovations in building materials and home improvement.
This year’s Expo welcomed approximately 200 vendor representatives from 70 companies, nearly 530 regional contractors and their guests, and 100 Stine employees and special guests from similar home improvement companies from around the country.
Held every two years, the Stine Home Builder and Pro Expo serves as an important opportunity for education, collaboration and relationship-building across the industry. The event provides participating vendors with dedicated time to connect directly with Stine employees, share information about their product offerings, and introduce new products and innovations.
For contractors, the Expo offers an opportunity to connect with their Stine Pro Sales representatives, meet Pro Sales team members from across the company, and engage with Stine leadership. Attendees also have direct access to manufacturers and product experts, allowing them to explore solutions, ask questions, and learn more about products that may benefit their upcoming projects.
