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 Project Activity Tracker, overall homeowner participation in home improvement projects dropped to 40% in Q1 2026, down from 44% during t…
Homeowners Spend More Despite Fewer Projects, HIRI Says | Hardware Retailing
