Residential painters are experiencing more than a month delay (4.2 weeks) before they can begin a new project according to the Houzz Subcontractor Backlog Index, which showcases wait times in weeks before a company can start work on a new, midsize project. Other building subcontractors also show significant backlogs.
Accompanying Houzz’s quarterly Renovation Barometer, which tracks backlogs among architectural, design and construction businesses, this first-ever report sheds light on the delays before subcontractors can begin work, including:
- Masonry – 5.9 weeks
- Cabinetry – 5.8 weeks
- Tiling – 4.8 weeks
- Flooring – 4.4 weeks
- Painting 4.2 weeks
Marine Sargsyan, Houzz staff economist, says, “Labor shortages are a leading challenge among residential builders, remodelers and designers. Houzz research shows a range of 3 to 6 weeks before subcontractors can begin work on a new project, with the most significant backlogs among masonry and cabinetry services. These wait times highlight the need for careful planning and coordination to ensure timely project completion.”
See the full list of subcontractors and their backlogs here.
