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What Lowe’s and Home Depot’s Latest Earnings Reports Mean for Contractors

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The latest earnings reports from Lowe’s and Home Depot provide some of the most positive news in recent years for contractors and the home improvement industry. For the first time in 2.5 years, both companies posted positive comparable sales, signaling strength in the Pro market and continued demand for home improvement projects. While large discretionary […]

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Labor Shortages in the Home Improvement Industry: What to Expect and What You Can Do About It 

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Labor shortages in the home improvement industry are nothing new, but lately, they’ve been hitting harder than ever. As we look toward the next few years, one thing’s clear: skilled workers are going to be key to the success of contractors, installers, and businesses in this space. But with fewer people entering the field, it’s

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Home Improvement Industry Forecast: 2025 and Beyond

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On January 28th, 2025, Cilio sponsored a webinar titled “Home Improvement 2025: Challenges, Opportunities, and Solutions”. The webinar moderated by Gary White, included guest speaker Todd Tomalak (Zonda), plus a panel of industry experts that included Josh Blake (Premier Services Group) and Nick Simmons (Install Partners). Each offered real-world perspectives on labor and operational challenges.

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Automate THIS! How Cilio Clients Improved Efficiency and Satisfaction

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When your home installation business starts to grow, so do the challenges of managing everything from leads to customer satisfaction. Cilio is a field management software with a unique approach to delivering automation that fits YOUR specific needs. Our clients are transforming their operations, saving time, reducing costs, and delivering better service to their customers. 

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Automate What Matters: Boost Customer Experience and Save Time

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As your home installation business grows, it becomes clear that managing each job efficiently isn’t just about getting work done – it’s about keeping customers happy and loyal. In our previous blog, The Future of Home Installation Management: Trends and Innovations, we explored how technology is reshaping the future of home installation management.  As technology

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What Q3 Earnings Tell Us About Opportunities for Home Installation Companies

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The latest earnings reports from major home improvement retailers paint a clear picture: the home improvement market is evolving, and there’s still plenty of opportunity for those who are ready to adapt. The residential home improvement industry is HUGE, and market share can be taken for companies who move aggressively to prepare for the pent-up

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The Lowe’s IMS portal: is it everything an installer needs to run their business?

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  As Lowe’s rolls out exciting new digital capabilities with its IMS portal, installers are asking questions like: Why would I need other field service software in addition to the portal? IMS is a tool built and used by Lowe’s to manage the installation process. It’s the method of delivering new work to Providers and

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How Best Buy Systematizes Their Workflow with Cilio

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Cilio Case Study: Best Buy Window Treatment, Ergun Aral Specialty: Blinds & Shutters Years in Business: 20 Years Region: Southern Florida Background Founded by Ergun Aral, Best Buy Window Treatments specializes in the installation of blinds, shutters, shades, and drapes. As a leading service provider for Costco, the company manages a constant flow of installation

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The Future of Home Installation Management: Trends and Innovations

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Technology is changing the game for home installation businesses, helping contractors work smarter, not harder. New tools like automated scheduling, mobile apps, and contractor support programs are making it easier to get more jobs done efficiently.  Cilio is the leading installation management platform for home installation companies. We keep our eyes on the future of

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