Trex survey shows 74% of US homeowners plan to renovate instead of move

• Trex survey of 2,000 U.S. homeowners found 74% plan to stay put, framing renovation as a strategic choice.
• Renovation intent outweighed relocation plans, with 55% planning to renovate soon versus 8% planning to move first.
• Outdoor living emerged as a key demand driver, with 54% saying outdoor space helps them decompress more than any indoor room.
• Backyard or patio/deck ranked as the top stress-relief spot for 63%, supporting sustained spend on decks and outdoor upgrades.
• Renovation payoffs split between lifestyle and resale, with 43% citing quality-of-life gains versus 42% citing higher home value.

Disclaimer: This news brief was created by Public Technologies (PUBT) using generative artificial intelligence. While PUBT strives to provide accurate and timely information, this AI-generated content is for informational purposes only and should not be interpreted as financial, investment, or legal advice. Trex Company Inc. published the original content used to generate this news brief via Business Wire (Ref. ID: 20260916008994) on September 16, 2026, and is solely responsible for the information contained therein.