State of the Trades

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Explore benchmarks, trends, and strategies from real contractors running real businesses. We tapped into our data to deliver original research on the trends driving the industry forward.

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Labor is a Top Priority for Contractors in 2026

Across 2026 Residential and Commercial trades surveys, labor consistently ranks as a top business risk, above material costs, competition and a possible recession

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All Industries, Industry Trends, Operations, Commercial

How Technology Is Shaping Commercial Contractor Execution

The data points to a clear priority: execution efficiency is a top business goal for commercial in 2026, trailing only to revenue growth and increasing project margins.

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Plumbing, Residential, Industry Trends

Residential Water Heater Replacement Seasonal Trends

Residential water heater replacements peak in the colder months. See what the seasonal trend means for staffing, inventory, and marketing for plumbers.

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Roofing, Exteriors, Residential, Industry Trends

Cost of a Residential Roof Replacement

The median cost of a residential roof replacement completed by roofers on the ServiceTitan platform increased 35% in 12 months. This trend provides a useful benchmark for roof...

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HVAC, Commercial, Industry Trends

HVAC Refrigerant Transition & Median Commercial Prices

The commercial HVAC industry anticipated the federal restrictions on refrigerants to put upward pressure on prices. Over a year post-transition, that pressure is not yet visib...

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AI, Industry Trends, Business Tips

74% of Contractors Expect AI to Boost Efficiency. 62% Say It Already Has.

AI is already delivering on its promise for contractors in the trades. Nearly three-quarters expect it to improve efficiency and productivity, and 62% of those experimenting w...

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