California home-repair costs have surged by 40% over the past five years, driven by rising construction wages and the increased cost of materials. This jump is part of a broader trend of inflation in the state’s housing market, with home values also rising sharply. Nationally, repairs are 40% costlier since 2019 and increased 15% the previous five years.
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