01/02/2026
• Labor shortages continued, especially skilled trades.
• Material prices stabilized compared to previous years, though premium products stayed costly.
• Large-format tile & curbless showers remained strong trends in residential and commercial projects.
• More emphasis on quality workmanship and timelines over lowest bids.
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💻 Technology & Work
• Remote and hybrid work stayed normal.
• AI helped speed up estimating, scheduling, and communication.
• Clients expected faster responses and more transparency.