When the COVID-19 pandemic ended, a lot of homeowners found themselves facing a new challenge: the task of getting their homes back in tip-top shape. Home improvement planning spiked during the stay-at-home months, and many remodelers continue to see high volumes of projects today. But what’s the future for the industry now that the panic has calmed? A new report from Barbour ABI helps shed some light on the answer to that question.
Among the factors that will determine where home improvement is headed are product types, options and local labor costs. The top metros for renovation activity include Salt Lake City, UT; Provo, UT; and Coeur d’Alene, ID. This is likely due to strong employment and population growth in those cities.
The report also looks at the average cost of various home improvement projects, including bathtub installation, shower installation and window replacement. For example, a homeowner can expect to spend $614 per window and $1,309 per door on replacement. The number of windows in a house, as well as the size and material of the doors, will have a significant impact on project costs.
Compared to its competitors, west home improvements offers a unique model that provides speed and efficiency with a curated selection of products. However, its limited scope of services may not meet the needs of all remodeling clients. Also, it requires an in-home consultation to provide pricing, which might not be convenient for some consumers.