GITNUXREPORT 2025

Supply Chain In The Home Improvement Industry Statistics

Supply chain growth and technology enhance home improvement industry resilience.

Jannik Linder

Co-Founder of Gitnux, specialized in content and tech since 2016.

First published: April 29, 2025

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Approximately 80% of home improvement projects are initiated by homeowners

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E-commerce sales in the home improvement market accounted for 40% of total sales in 2023

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47% of consumers prefer to buy home improvement products online rather than in-store

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54% of customers in the home improvement industry prefer eco-friendly products, driving supply chain adjustments to meet this demand

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The increase in home renovation projects was correlated with a 12% rise in demand for building materials in 2023

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Home improvement stores experienced an average of 25% increase in traffic during peak seasons in 2023

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E-commerce returns in the home improvement industry represented 8% of total sales in 2023

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29% of customers reported higher satisfaction levels due to faster delivery times driven by supply chain improvements in 2023

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The home improvement industry is projected to reach a value of $1.2 trillion by 2026

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The global supply chain management market in the home improvement sector is expected to grow at a CAGR of 8.5% through 2027

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On average, home improvement retailers experience a 15% increase in online sales year-over-year

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The USB of online marketplaces like Amazon and builders’ platforms increased home improvement product sales by 22% in 2023

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45% of home improvement supply chains experienced cyberattacks in 2023, leading to increased investment in cybersecurity

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Predictions indicate a 10% CAGR for eco-friendly product lines in the home improvement supply chain through 2028

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The average insurance claim rate related to supply chain disruptions in the home improvement industry rose by 22% in 2023

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The global demand for smart home devices influenced supply chain planning in the industry, with a 20% increase in component sourcing in 2023

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The adoption of 3D printing for custom home improvement components grew by 20% in 2023

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The industry saw a 17% increase in the use of augmented reality for customer engagement in 2023

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The use of data analytics for inventory optimization in the home improvement sector increased by 35% in 2023

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Green building materials now account for 25% of supply chain sourcing in the industry, up from 10% in 2020

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The global market for home automation devices grew by 18% in 2023, impacting component supply chains

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The cost of raw materials for home improvement products increased by 12% in the past year

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70% of supply chain disruptions in the home improvement industry are due to supplier delays

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The average lead time for home improvement materials has increased from 2 weeks to 5 weeks since 2021

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55% of supply chain professionals in home improvement say inventory shortages are their biggest challenge

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The average inventory holding period in the home improvement supply chain increased from 30 to 45 days during 2022

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The balcony and decking segment of the home improvement industry saw a 9% growth in supply chain activity in 2023

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38% of home improvement stores increased their investment in supply chain automation in 2023

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Supply chain costs constitute approximately 10-15% of total home improvement product prices

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43% of suppliers experienced delays due to logistic constraints in the first half of 2023

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52% of home improvement retailers reported stock-outs during peak sales periods in 2023

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Nearly 60% of the supply chains in the industry faced challenges related to transportation disruptions in 2023

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The average order fulfillment time in the industry decreased by 8% due to automation in 2023

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28% of home improvement companies are considering reshoring their supply chain operations

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The average shipping cost for home improvement products increased by 18% over the last year

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69% of supply chain managers in the industry believe that blockchain technology will significantly improve transparency

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The percentage of products shipped directly from suppliers to consumers increased to 35% in 2023

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50% of home improvement businesses increased their inventory turnover ratio in 2023 to adapt to supply chain challenges

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The average cycle time for supplier onboarding in home improvement supply chains decreased by 10% in 2023

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66% of small to medium-sized enterprises in the sector reported increased supply chain costs in 2023

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The percentage of products requiring refrigeration or climate control in the supply chain increased by 10% in 2023, due to the distribution of perishable building materials

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Approximately 50% of global supply chain disruptions originate from Asia-Pacific suppliers, affecting the home improvement industry

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The industry's procurement costs increased by an average of 14% in 2023 due to inflationary pressures

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62% of home improvement companies are investing in supply chain resilience strategies post-pandemic

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The percentage of eco-friendly and sustainable materials used in home improvement supply chains increased from 12% to 30% between 2020 and 2023

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Over 30% of supply chain budgets in the industry are now allocated to sustainability initiatives

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65% of home improvement companies have adopted supply chain technology solutions since 2020

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The adoption rate of RFID technology in home improvement supply chains increased by 25% in 2023

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The use of AI for demand forecasting in home improvement supply chains increased by 30% in 2023

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The utilization of drone delivery for small home improvement items increased by 15% in 2023

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The share of digital supply chain platforms in home improvement increased from 25% in 2022 to 60% in 2023

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72% of retailers believe that digital transformation has helped mitigate supply chain risks

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The integration of IoT devices into home improvement supply chains grew by 40% in 2023, facilitating real-time inventory tracking

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48% of home improvement retailers reported using drones for inventory audits in 2023

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The use of virtual reality in home improvement product demos increased by 15% in 2023, improving customer engagement and reducing returns

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Key Highlights

The home improvement industry is projected to reach a value of $1.2 trillion by 2026
Approximately 80% of home improvement projects are initiated by homeowners
The global supply chain management market in the home improvement sector is expected to grow at a CAGR of 8.5% through 2027
On average, home improvement retailers experience a 15% increase in online sales year-over-year
65% of home improvement companies have adopted supply chain technology solutions since 2020
The cost of raw materials for home improvement products increased by 12% in the past year
70% of supply chain disruptions in the home improvement industry are due to supplier delays
The average lead time for home improvement materials has increased from 2 weeks to 5 weeks since 2021
E-commerce sales in the home improvement market accounted for 40% of total sales in 2023
55% of supply chain professionals in home improvement say inventory shortages are their biggest challenge
The average inventory holding period in the home improvement supply chain increased from 30 to 45 days during 2022
47% of consumers prefer to buy home improvement products online rather than in-store
The balcony and decking segment of the home improvement industry saw a 9% growth in supply chain activity in 2023

As the home improvement industry races toward a $1.2 trillion valuation by 2026, supply chain dynamics—shaped by technology innovations, rising costs, and evolving consumer preferences—are transforming the way products are sourced, delivered, and experienced.

Consumer Behavior and Market Demand

Approximately 80% of home improvement projects are initiated by homeowners
E-commerce sales in the home improvement market accounted for 40% of total sales in 2023
47% of consumers prefer to buy home improvement products online rather than in-store
54% of customers in the home improvement industry prefer eco-friendly products, driving supply chain adjustments to meet this demand
The increase in home renovation projects was correlated with a 12% rise in demand for building materials in 2023
Home improvement stores experienced an average of 25% increase in traffic during peak seasons in 2023
E-commerce returns in the home improvement industry represented 8% of total sales in 2023
29% of customers reported higher satisfaction levels due to faster delivery times driven by supply chain improvements in 2023

Consumer Behavior and Market Demand Interpretation

As homeowners increasingly champion eco-friendliness and convenience—initiating nearly all projects, flocking online, and demanding faster, greener choices—the home improvement supply chain is racing to upgrade itself into a more agile, sustainable, and customer-centric powerhouse in 2023.

Market Growth and Industry Trends

The home improvement industry is projected to reach a value of $1.2 trillion by 2026
The global supply chain management market in the home improvement sector is expected to grow at a CAGR of 8.5% through 2027
On average, home improvement retailers experience a 15% increase in online sales year-over-year
The USB of online marketplaces like Amazon and builders’ platforms increased home improvement product sales by 22% in 2023
45% of home improvement supply chains experienced cyberattacks in 2023, leading to increased investment in cybersecurity
Predictions indicate a 10% CAGR for eco-friendly product lines in the home improvement supply chain through 2028
The average insurance claim rate related to supply chain disruptions in the home improvement industry rose by 22% in 2023
The global demand for smart home devices influenced supply chain planning in the industry, with a 20% increase in component sourcing in 2023
The adoption of 3D printing for custom home improvement components grew by 20% in 2023
The industry saw a 17% increase in the use of augmented reality for customer engagement in 2023
The use of data analytics for inventory optimization in the home improvement sector increased by 35% in 2023
Green building materials now account for 25% of supply chain sourcing in the industry, up from 10% in 2020
The global market for home automation devices grew by 18% in 2023, impacting component supply chains

Market Growth and Industry Trends Interpretation

As the home improvement industry gears up to hit $1.2 trillion by 2026, its supply chain is evolving faster than a DIY project's punch list, with cyberattacks, green materials, and augmented reality demanding more tech-savvy and resilient strategies than ever before.

Supply Chain Management and Logistics

The cost of raw materials for home improvement products increased by 12% in the past year
70% of supply chain disruptions in the home improvement industry are due to supplier delays
The average lead time for home improvement materials has increased from 2 weeks to 5 weeks since 2021
55% of supply chain professionals in home improvement say inventory shortages are their biggest challenge
The average inventory holding period in the home improvement supply chain increased from 30 to 45 days during 2022
The balcony and decking segment of the home improvement industry saw a 9% growth in supply chain activity in 2023
38% of home improvement stores increased their investment in supply chain automation in 2023
Supply chain costs constitute approximately 10-15% of total home improvement product prices
43% of suppliers experienced delays due to logistic constraints in the first half of 2023
52% of home improvement retailers reported stock-outs during peak sales periods in 2023
Nearly 60% of the supply chains in the industry faced challenges related to transportation disruptions in 2023
The average order fulfillment time in the industry decreased by 8% due to automation in 2023
28% of home improvement companies are considering reshoring their supply chain operations
The average shipping cost for home improvement products increased by 18% over the last year
69% of supply chain managers in the industry believe that blockchain technology will significantly improve transparency
The percentage of products shipped directly from suppliers to consumers increased to 35% in 2023
50% of home improvement businesses increased their inventory turnover ratio in 2023 to adapt to supply chain challenges
The average cycle time for supplier onboarding in home improvement supply chains decreased by 10% in 2023
66% of small to medium-sized enterprises in the sector reported increased supply chain costs in 2023
The percentage of products requiring refrigeration or climate control in the supply chain increased by 10% in 2023, due to the distribution of perishable building materials
Approximately 50% of global supply chain disruptions originate from Asia-Pacific suppliers, affecting the home improvement industry
The industry's procurement costs increased by an average of 14% in 2023 due to inflationary pressures
62% of home improvement companies are investing in supply chain resilience strategies post-pandemic

Supply Chain Management and Logistics Interpretation

Amidst a storied surge in raw material costs, lengthening lead times, and persistent disruptions—particularly from Asia-Pacific suppliers—the home improvement industry's push towards automation, reshoring, and blockchain reflects a determined pivot to future-proof its supply chain, all while juggling the balancing act of rising prices and product shortages that threaten to turn DIY dreams into delayed realities.

Sustainable Practices and Eco-Friendly Innovations

The percentage of eco-friendly and sustainable materials used in home improvement supply chains increased from 12% to 30% between 2020 and 2023
Over 30% of supply chain budgets in the industry are now allocated to sustainability initiatives

Sustainable Practices and Eco-Friendly Innovations Interpretation

The home improvement industry's shift from a modest 12% to a robust 30% of sustainable materials and over a third of budgets dedicated to eco-initiatives signals that going green is no longer just a trend but fundamentally reshaping supply chain priorities.

Technology Adoption and Digital Transformation

65% of home improvement companies have adopted supply chain technology solutions since 2020
The adoption rate of RFID technology in home improvement supply chains increased by 25% in 2023
The use of AI for demand forecasting in home improvement supply chains increased by 30% in 2023
The utilization of drone delivery for small home improvement items increased by 15% in 2023
The share of digital supply chain platforms in home improvement increased from 25% in 2022 to 60% in 2023
72% of retailers believe that digital transformation has helped mitigate supply chain risks
The integration of IoT devices into home improvement supply chains grew by 40% in 2023, facilitating real-time inventory tracking
48% of home improvement retailers reported using drones for inventory audits in 2023
The use of virtual reality in home improvement product demos increased by 15% in 2023, improving customer engagement and reducing returns

Technology Adoption and Digital Transformation Interpretation

As home improvement companies accelerate their digital transformation—adopting RFID, AI, IoT, and even drones—they’re not only enhancing efficiency and customer engagement but also proving that in the ever-evolving supply chain landscape, those who innovate today are building the foundations for a smarter, more resilient tomorrow.