-- In 2025, the U.S. home remodeling industry may experience a slowdown due to two key factors: a tightening labor market and rising material costs. These challenges could lead to project delays, higher prices for homeowners, and longer renovation timelines. Companies that source materials domestically, such as Butcher Block Co., may be better positioned to adapt to these changes.
A significant portion of the construction labor force in certain regions—estimated at 20 to 30 percent—has historically consisted of workers without full legal documentation. Recent policy shifts and stricter enforcement efforts are expected to reduce the availability of labor, making it more difficult for contractors to find experienced workers. As labor supply tightens, wages are likely to rise, which could increase overall project costs.
At the same time, expected increases in tariffs on imported materials may further pressure the remodeling industry. Higher import costs for raw materials like lumber, steel, and aluminum—as well as for finished goods such as furniture and fixtures—could force contractors to either absorb the additional expenses or pass them on to homeowners. As a result, homeowners might face higher renovation costs, prompting some to delay or scale back planned projects.
Despite these headwinds, some companies are well-prepared for a shift toward domestically sourced materials. For example, Butcher Block Co., an online supplier of butcher-block and wood-plank countertops, primarily offers products made in the United States. According to company owner Kathleen Grodsky, "100 percent of our John Boos-brand countertops (available in Maple, Walnut, Cherry, and Oak) are sourced domestically, and almost all of the sixteen varieties of our BBCO-brand countertops are made from hardwoods sustainably harvested from U.S. forests."
About Butcher Block Co.
Established in 2007, Butcher Block Co. (BBCo.) offers a wide selection of butcher-block and plank-style countertops in 16 different species of wood, along with an array of islands, tables, carts, and cutting boards.
Contact Info:
Name: Kathleen Grodsky
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Organization: Butcher Block Co.
Address: 2641 E Cortez Street, Phoenix, AZ 85028, United States
Phone: +1-877-845-5597
Website: https://butcherblockco.com
Release ID: 89158864