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Facing the Future: What’s in Store for the Remodeling Industry as the National Economy Gains Momentum
As the national economy gains momentum, remodeling is poised for a recovery. But the growth curve will be shallow, not the ‘hockey stick’ pattern that began in 2004. Success will depend on how well remodelers meet the challenges of tougher competition, reduced federal energy funding, demand for smaller projects, increased regulation, and tight credit.
The recent downturn has flooded the remodeling market with former new-home builders and subcontractors trying to keep their hand in and displaced and laid-off workers looking to make ends meet. Most established companies are having a hard time competing against the impossibly low prices offered by these interlopers, but some have met the challenge. Here’s how three remodelers came out winners.