The Home Improvement Research Institute (HIRI) recently announced the four finalists selected for its inaugural HIRI Summit Pitchfest, debuting at the 2026 HIRI Summit. Chosen from a competitive pool of applicants across the U.S. and abroad, the four finalists—QwikFix, upmarkPDF, …
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Data from the Home Improvement Research Institute (HIRI) shows a notable shift in the current housing market: while fewer Americans are taking on home improvement projects, those who do are spending significantly more. According to HIRI’s recent Q1 2026 Homeowner …
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Research from The Home Improvement Research Institute (HIRI) suggests opportunities for independent retailers supplying materials for decking projects are evolving. Success now depends less on simple availability and more on how well retailers respond to a more deliberate and assurance-seeking …
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As lawn and garden season accelerates, mid-to-large yard investments are proving to be more strategic and segmented than many may assume. According to the Home Improvement Research Institute’s (HIRI) 2025 Project Decision Study, yard, garden and outdoor projects reflect a …
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Independent retailers are coming into 2026 with a cooling renovation market and a cost-sensitive customer with a shift toward DIY. Dave King, executive director of the Home Improvement Research Institute (HIRI), says those pressures hit independent retailers differently than big-box …
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An important partner of NHPA, the Home Improvement Research Institute (HIRI) hosted its annual Summit in Chicago. The 2025 Home Improvement Insights Summit sent attendees home loaded with practical best practices based in current data and research. On Day 1, …
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Lawn and garden care shows no sign of slowing down as a popular hobby, and it is Lawn and garden care shows no sign of slowing down as a popular hobby, and it is also a crucial part of home …
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