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[NEW] DIY, DIFM, and PRO Home Improvement Trends from July 2022

Supply chain woes are becoming less problematic for DIYers and Pros, BUT homeowner uncertainty and increased project delays may prove consequential for Pros and manufacturers alike when backlogged projects are completed and new project starts slow. Higher prices has become an accepted cost of doing business, but price pressures continue to drive Pros and DIYers to consider alternative options.

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How Custom Market Research Can Better Inform Your Big Data (BI tools)

Big data research is a warehouse that contains masses of information and trends waiting to be uncovered and customized research is a magnifying glass to cut through the statistical noise, focus on the information in question, discover specific details, and explore the context for a more complete story.

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Customer Usage and Attitude
Product Development

Plumbing Industry Trends to Watch for in 2023

After several years of growth, the plumbing industry is poised to slow down notably as higher mortgage rates loom, residential construction slows, and labor shortages persist. Meanwhile, the rise of smart technology and appliances coupled with growing environmental awareness are influencing consumer preferences and the training, knowledge and tools necessary for plumbing professionals to stay ahead of the curve in years to come.

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Home Improvement
Product Development
Customer Usage and Attitude

The Need for Building Products and Home Improvement Brands to Steal Brand Share in a Flat Market

To grow sales in a flat market, you must first figure out your brand equity and how you can help it reach its full potential. Here are a few ways to increase brand share within the home improvement market.

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Market Sizing
Brand Health
Home Improvement

Impacts of 2022 HVAC Industry Trends on Current Channel Stakeholders

Here's what you need to know where the greater HVAC market is going over the next several years, by what forces, and what hurdles are preventing forward progress. Beyond general industry forecasting, you need to understand your brand’s position in the market and commit to making informed decisions during quickly changing times. Start here.

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Building & Construction
Product Development

Market Watch: Trends in the Paint and Coatings Industry

Market reports point toward a paint and coatings industry that is returning to its pre-pandemic levels of stability and even projected to experience considerable growth over the next few years. 

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Home Improvement
Market Sizing
Customer Usage and Attitude

9 Important Home Improvement Market Size Stats in 2022

In general, the home improvement industry has grown significantly over the past couple of years. However, the numbers tell a much more nuanced story regarding the growth, scale of competition and emerging trends within the market.

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Market Sizing
Home Improvement

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