How the US Trade War with Canada impacts your Renovation

The vast majority of raw materials used in major kitchen overhauls—such as specialized sheet goods, certain hardwoods, manufactured stone, and hardware components—rely heavily on cross-border trade. The current trade friction has triggered a chain reaction in the home improvement sector:

·        Tariff Surges: New import duties directly inflate the cost of US-manufactured cabinetry, fixtures, and structural components.

·        Supply Chain Bottlenecks: Increased border scrutiny and trade disputes create unpredictable shipping delays for custom orders.

·        Domino Effect on Domestic Stock: As contractors rush to source local alternatives, high demand drives up the price of Canadian-made raw materials too.

When you choose a total gut-and-replace renovation, a massive portion of your budget pays for these inflated material and shipping costs rather than the actual craftsmanship?