Home Improvement Statistics (2026): Remodeling, Costs & Contractor Data

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• Home Remodeling Statistics — Americans spend roughly $475 billion a year on home improvements and repairs (Harvard JCHS).
• Contractor & Construction Industry Statistics — The U.S. has more than 900,000 construction establishments employing roughly 8 million people.
• Drywall Statistics — Drywall installation in the DMV typically runs $1.50 to $3.50 per square foot including finishing.
• Painting Statistics — Interior painting in the DMV typically costs $200 to $600 per room.
• Roofing Statistics — Roof replacement in the DMV typically runs $5,000 to $15,000 for asphalt shingles.
• Kitchen Remodeling Statistics — Median kitchen remodel spend nationally is roughly $25,000; major remodels routinely exceed $75,000.
• Bathroom Remodeling Statistics — Bathrooms are the #1 most-remodeled room in the country.
• Homeowner Statistics — About two-thirds of American households own their home.
• DIY Home Improvement Statistics — Most homeowners take on at least one DIY project a year.
• Building Permit Statistics — The U.S. issues roughly 1.5 million new housing-unit permits a year — plus millions more alteration permits.
• Construction Cost Statistics — Construction material prices rose roughly 40% between early 2020 and 2024.
• Home Maintenance Statistics — Budget 1–4% of home value per year for maintenance and repairs.
• Energy Efficiency Statistics — Heating and cooling consume roughly half of a typical home's energy.
• Home Insurance Claim Statistics — About 1 in 20 insured homes files a claim in a given year.