The quarterly U.S. Houzz Renovation Barometer asks more than 1,000 construction and architecture and design firms on Houzz about their expected, current and recent business activity. The just-released Q4 2025 Barometer, fielded Sept. 18-Oct. 6, also dug into pros’ anticipated client concerns and business plans for 2026.
While construction firms see renewed momentum heading into Q4, and design firms’ expectations are holding steady, the report found that nearly all businesses expect homeowners to raise concerns as they embark on renovation projects next year. At the same time, the vast majority of firms industrywide are planning to adjust how they do business.
Here’s a closer look at firms’ responses, broken down by industry sector.