Navigating Regulations and Permits: Top Five Tips for Remodelers

NARI reports that remodelers who want to streamline their processes and create better experiences for homeowners should follow these five tips: understand local requirements; obtain necessary permits; acquire licensing and insurance; consider lead safety regulations; and stay informed about regulations.  Read more

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Most Homeowners Over Budget on Remodels, Report Finds

According to research from Clever Real Estate, a St. Louis-based real estate company, 2/3 of homeowners who embarked on a home remodeling project have fallen into debt. While some went over budget by $5,000, many more experienced unforeseen challenges, resulting in halted projects and mid-project layoffs. Still, 93% of homeowners say they plan to pursue a major renovation in the future, though more than half may undertake DIY projects to save money. Read more

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What You Need to Know About High-Performance Insulated Glass Packages

According to the National Association of The Remodeling Industry, recent advancements in building products have significantly improved the energy efficiency of windows and doors, particularly through high-performance insulated glass packages like ClimaTech PriME. These new products meet ENERGY STAR’s Most Energy Efficient criteria across all climate zones, making them a selling point for contractors looking to provide clients with energy-efficient upgrades.  Read More

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10 Cities Where Homeowners Are Taking Out Loans of Over $100K for Home Renovations

A recent SmartAsset study revealed a surge in six-figure home renovation loans across several U.S. cities, with homeowners leveraging significant equity to enhance property value. According to GoBankingRates, in markets like San Jose and San Francisco, homeowners are browning up to $205,000 for upgrades. Other metro areas such as New York City, Los Angeles and Washington D.C. are reporting loan amounts from $105,000 to $125,000. Read More

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Trends in Design and Renovation: A Comparative Study Among Homeowners and Architects

A national survey conducted by brick company, Glen-Gery, involving 1,500 homeowners and 500 architects highlights the most popular design trends of the year — earth tones, warm minimalism, quiet luxury and traditional design with a modern twist. As reported by Glen-Gery, both architects and homeowners showed a strong preference for sustainable design, underscoring the importance of environmentally friendly practices in new construction and renovation. Read More

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U.S. home renovations set for a rebound

As reported by the Wall Street Journal, Americans have more than $35 trillion in home equity — that’s an average of about $400,000 per U.S. homeowner, John Burns Research & Consulting estimates.  “We think there’s $30 billion in remodeling spending just sitting on the sidelines today, waiting to be spent,” Matthew Saunders, senior vice president of building products research at John Burns told the Wall Street Journal. In the John Burns poll, respondents broke out into two groups: 30+-year-olds planning work in the $60,000 range, and older homeowners planning on…

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