GITNUXREPORT 2025

Upskilling And Reskilling In The Home Improvement Industry Statistics

Home improvement industry invests in upskilling to meet demand and improve quality.

Jannik Linder

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

First published: April 29, 2025

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58% of contractors report that lack of skilled labor is a significant barrier to project completion

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The average age of skilled workers in the home improvement industry is 45 years, highlighting the need for reskilling younger workers

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30% of home improvement firms report difficulty finding workers with specialized skills such as HVAC or electrical work

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72% of homeowners prefer skilled labor for their home renovations, preferring certified professionals

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48% of homeowners are willing to pay a premium for eco-friendly and energy-efficient home improvement projects, driving industry skill demands

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The demand for smart home automation skills has increased by 33% in the last two years, according to industry surveys

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The number of online training courses for home improvement skills increased by 50% during the COVID-19 pandemic, indicating a shift to remote upskilling

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45% of home improvement businesses prioritize training in sustainable building practices due to increasing client demand

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65% of home improvement companies have increased their investment in employee training over the past three years

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The home improvement industry is projected to grow at a CAGR of 4.5% through 2027, driving demand for upskilling

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45% of home improvement companies offer online training modules for their employees

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80% of industry professionals say that ongoing training is essential for keeping up with new building codes and regulations

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62% of home improvement professionals believe that digital skills are increasingly important for project management

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55% of firms have introduced apprenticeships or on-the-job training programs in the past year

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Reskilling efforts led to a 20% increase in productivity among home improvement workers

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70% of home renovation projects now incorporate sustainable or green building techniques, requiring employee upskilling in these areas

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The global home improvement market is expected to reach $1.12 trillion by 2027, creating extensive opportunities for workforce upskilling

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60% of companies that invested in employee reskilling reported an increased ability to compete in a crowded market

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The use of virtual reality (VR) in training for home improvement tasks increased by 40% in 2022, enhancing skills development

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50% of home improvement professionals believe that mobile learning tools improve skill retention

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37% of smaller firms in the industry plan to increase investment in training programs this year, aiming to expand workforce capabilities

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85% of industry trainers say that soft skills such as communication are now as important as technical skills

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In a survey, 65% of homeowners expressed concern about the quality of unskilled labor, prompting companies to prioritize upskilling

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Reskilling programs that incorporate cross-training in multiple skills led to a 25% reduction in project delays, according to industry data

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40% of home improvement companies reported that recent labor shortages have accelerated their focus on worker retraining programs

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78% of industry professionals agree that staying current with technological advancements is vital for career growth

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55% of contractors plan to implement new digital tools in their workforce management within the next year, requiring reskilling in digital literacy

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72% of employees in the home improvement sector feel that ongoing training positively impacts their job satisfaction

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68% of firms believe that upskilling workers in energy-efficient technologies will lead to increased sales

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47% of industry leaders report that lack of formal training programs limits growth opportunities

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66% of homeowners are more likely to hire a contractor who can demonstrate their team’s up-to-date skill certifications

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The adoption of prefabrication techniques in home renovation increased by 29% over the past three years, necessitating new skillsets

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59% of industry professionals believe that reskilling in digital project planning will reduce project costs

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40% of homeowners consider certification and training a major factor in choosing a contractor, pushing companies to invest more in employee upskilling

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70% of firms have increased training budgets in the last year to accommodate rising skill requirements

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The integration of IoT devices in home improvement projects requires technicians to learn new technical skills, with 63% of companies investing in IoT-specific training

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49% of home improvement companies report that employee training programs have improved customer satisfaction scores

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52% of workers in the industry have completed formal upskilling courses in the past year, indicating a shift towards formal education

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75% of home improvement CEOs believe that continuous learning is critical for adapting to market changes

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33% of the industry workforce does not feel adequately trained for the latest green building standards, highlighting ongoing gaps

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48% of small businesses report that digital upskilling has helped them win larger projects, according to recent surveys

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The use of augmented reality (AR) in training modules grew by 35% in 2023, providing immersive learning opportunities in home improvement

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85% of industry trainers say that soft skill development, such as customer communication, leads to higher customer retention

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90% of specialized trades in home improvement have reported shortages, emphasizing the need for targeted reskilling programs

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42% of industry veterans believe that formal certifications have improved their career prospects, fueling upskilling efforts

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The average time to complete upskilling programs has decreased by 15% due to online training acceleration, enhancing workforce agility

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61% of contractors reported that training on new safety protocols increased compliance and reduced accidents

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73% of industry players say that collaborative learning approaches improve skill retention and team cohesion

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44% of home improvement firms have implemented digital badges or micro-credentials as part of their upskilling initiatives

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66% of homeowners trust contractors who demonstrate ongoing professional development through certifications and courses

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Key Highlights

65% of home improvement companies have increased their investment in employee training over the past three years
72% of homeowners prefer skilled labor for their home renovations, preferring certified professionals
The home improvement industry is projected to grow at a CAGR of 4.5% through 2027, driving demand for upskilling
58% of contractors report that lack of skilled labor is a significant barrier to project completion
45% of home improvement companies offer online training modules for their employees
80% of industry professionals say that ongoing training is essential for keeping up with new building codes and regulations
The average age of skilled workers in the home improvement industry is 45 years, highlighting the need for reskilling younger workers
62% of home improvement professionals believe that digital skills are increasingly important for project management
55% of firms have introduced apprenticeships or on-the-job training programs in the past year
Reskilling efforts led to a 20% increase in productivity among home improvement workers
48% of homeowners are willing to pay a premium for eco-friendly and energy-efficient home improvement projects, driving industry skill demands
30% of home improvement firms report difficulty finding workers with specialized skills such as HVAC or electrical work
The demand for smart home automation skills has increased by 33% in the last two years, according to industry surveys

As the home improvement industry gears up for a projected 4.5% growth through 2027, a surge in upskilling and reskilling initiatives—boosted by increased investments, technological advancements, and rising homeowner expectations—are propelling contractors to develop highly skilled, certified professionals equipped to meet the evolving demands of sustainable, smart, and energy-efficient renovations.

Industry Workforce Demographics and Challenges

58% of contractors report that lack of skilled labor is a significant barrier to project completion
The average age of skilled workers in the home improvement industry is 45 years, highlighting the need for reskilling younger workers
30% of home improvement firms report difficulty finding workers with specialized skills such as HVAC or electrical work

Industry Workforce Demographics and Challenges Interpretation

With 58% of contractors citing skilled labor shortages and an average worker age of 45, the home improvement industry's pipeline is perilously unskilled, demanding urgent upskilling and reskilling to avoid projects becoming the DIY industry's next nightmare.

Market Trends and Consumer Preferences

72% of homeowners prefer skilled labor for their home renovations, preferring certified professionals
48% of homeowners are willing to pay a premium for eco-friendly and energy-efficient home improvement projects, driving industry skill demands
The demand for smart home automation skills has increased by 33% in the last two years, according to industry surveys
The number of online training courses for home improvement skills increased by 50% during the COVID-19 pandemic, indicating a shift to remote upskilling
45% of home improvement businesses prioritize training in sustainable building practices due to increasing client demand

Market Trends and Consumer Preferences Interpretation

As homeowners increasingly seek certified, eco-friendly, and smart solutions—driving a 50% surge in online training—industry professionals must rapidly upskill or risk becoming obsolete in a market that values sustainability and technological savvy almost a third more than before.

Workforce Development and Training

65% of home improvement companies have increased their investment in employee training over the past three years
The home improvement industry is projected to grow at a CAGR of 4.5% through 2027, driving demand for upskilling
45% of home improvement companies offer online training modules for their employees
80% of industry professionals say that ongoing training is essential for keeping up with new building codes and regulations
62% of home improvement professionals believe that digital skills are increasingly important for project management
55% of firms have introduced apprenticeships or on-the-job training programs in the past year
Reskilling efforts led to a 20% increase in productivity among home improvement workers
70% of home renovation projects now incorporate sustainable or green building techniques, requiring employee upskilling in these areas
The global home improvement market is expected to reach $1.12 trillion by 2027, creating extensive opportunities for workforce upskilling
60% of companies that invested in employee reskilling reported an increased ability to compete in a crowded market
The use of virtual reality (VR) in training for home improvement tasks increased by 40% in 2022, enhancing skills development
50% of home improvement professionals believe that mobile learning tools improve skill retention
37% of smaller firms in the industry plan to increase investment in training programs this year, aiming to expand workforce capabilities
85% of industry trainers say that soft skills such as communication are now as important as technical skills
In a survey, 65% of homeowners expressed concern about the quality of unskilled labor, prompting companies to prioritize upskilling
Reskilling programs that incorporate cross-training in multiple skills led to a 25% reduction in project delays, according to industry data
40% of home improvement companies reported that recent labor shortages have accelerated their focus on worker retraining programs
78% of industry professionals agree that staying current with technological advancements is vital for career growth
55% of contractors plan to implement new digital tools in their workforce management within the next year, requiring reskilling in digital literacy
72% of employees in the home improvement sector feel that ongoing training positively impacts their job satisfaction
68% of firms believe that upskilling workers in energy-efficient technologies will lead to increased sales
47% of industry leaders report that lack of formal training programs limits growth opportunities
66% of homeowners are more likely to hire a contractor who can demonstrate their team’s up-to-date skill certifications
The adoption of prefabrication techniques in home renovation increased by 29% over the past three years, necessitating new skillsets
59% of industry professionals believe that reskilling in digital project planning will reduce project costs
40% of homeowners consider certification and training a major factor in choosing a contractor, pushing companies to invest more in employee upskilling
70% of firms have increased training budgets in the last year to accommodate rising skill requirements
The integration of IoT devices in home improvement projects requires technicians to learn new technical skills, with 63% of companies investing in IoT-specific training
49% of home improvement companies report that employee training programs have improved customer satisfaction scores
52% of workers in the industry have completed formal upskilling courses in the past year, indicating a shift towards formal education
75% of home improvement CEOs believe that continuous learning is critical for adapting to market changes
33% of the industry workforce does not feel adequately trained for the latest green building standards, highlighting ongoing gaps
48% of small businesses report that digital upskilling has helped them win larger projects, according to recent surveys
The use of augmented reality (AR) in training modules grew by 35% in 2023, providing immersive learning opportunities in home improvement
85% of industry trainers say that soft skill development, such as customer communication, leads to higher customer retention
90% of specialized trades in home improvement have reported shortages, emphasizing the need for targeted reskilling programs
42% of industry veterans believe that formal certifications have improved their career prospects, fueling upskilling efforts
The average time to complete upskilling programs has decreased by 15% due to online training acceleration, enhancing workforce agility
61% of contractors reported that training on new safety protocols increased compliance and reduced accidents
73% of industry players say that collaborative learning approaches improve skill retention and team cohesion
44% of home improvement firms have implemented digital badges or micro-credentials as part of their upskilling initiatives
66% of homeowners trust contractors who demonstrate ongoing professional development through certifications and courses

Workforce Development and Training Interpretation

As the home improvement industry gears up for a projected $1.12 trillion market by 2027, it's clear that investing in upskilling—spanning from digital literacy and green building to VR training—has become the blueprint for contractors aiming to boost productivity, win bigger projects, and satisfy increasingly informed homeowners wary of unskilled labor.