Houzz released findings from its 2026 U.S. Houzz Renovation Plans Report, revealing that renovation demand remains resilient despite ongoing economic uncertainty. Around 91% of homeowners say they will move forward with a planned renovation in 2026. Of those who plan …
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A Measure of Success: Independent Retailer Index
Looking at how fellow independent home improvement operations are performing throughout the year gives retailers in the channel the data to make improvements to their operations. Since 2022, the North American Hardware and Paint Association (NHPA) has partnered with The …
Read More »Second Home, Smart Home: Tap Into a New Market for Smart Home Products
Provided by the Home Improvement Research Institute Smart home technology continues to expand its footprint in U.S. households. New insights from The Home Improvement Research Institute’s (HIRI) 2025 Secondary Homes Report reveal that secondary homeowners are significantly outpacing primary homeowners …
Read More »Harvard Joint Center for Housing Studies Releases 2025 Housing Report
The Harvard Joint Center for Housing Studies released its Improving America’s Housing 2025 report which found the remodeling market has been supported by the aging of homes and households and record-high property values. “Given the strong foundation and growing needs, residential remodeling …
Read More »HIRI Summit Offers Glimpse Into Future of Home Improvement
The Home Improvement Research Institute (HIRI) Home Improvement Insights Summit brings together manufacturers, retailers, partners and all those whose success is tied to the home improvement industry. Over the course of two days, representatives from the leading brands, partners and …
Read More »You Need This Tool: 2024 Cost of Doing Business Study
The latest data you need to keep your operation on track is now available. For over 100 years, the North American Hardware and Paint Association (NHPA) has surveyed home improvement operators throughout the U.S. to develop the benchmark report known …
Read More »Industry Data Drives Retailers’ Success
For over 100 years, the North American Hardware and Paint Association (NHPA) has surveyed home improvement operators throughout the U.S. to develop the benchmark report known as the Cost of Doing Business Study. Retailers have continually relied on the industry …
Read More »NHPA Launches E-Commerce Survey to Gauge Retailers’ Online Presence
Consumer expectations have shifted over the last several years, and a comprehensive online experience is now an expectation for retail. Services like buy online, pickup in store or curbside pickup and access to real-time inventory in mobile apps are increasingly …
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