Over a decade ago, Robert Moschorak excelled as president and general manager of Ace International. He went on to work with other organizations following a five-year tenure but was impressed with Ace Hardware Corporation’s brand, team and leadership quality. By Erika Ortega
Ace Handyman Services® is thriving with a model that differs from the traditional independent handyman structure. “We operate on an employee-based model,” said Colette Bell, vice president of franchise development. “Our craftsmen are W2 employees, not day laborers or subcontractors. That means background checks, ongoing training, accountability and professional customer experience from start to finish.” By Erika Ortega
A growing demand for home services has positioned Ace Handyman Services® as a franchise built for sustainable success. According to Mordor Intelligence, the U.S. home services market is projected to grow from $842 billion in 2026 to $989 billion by 2031, driven by higher mortgage rates, aging homes and demand for specialized maintenance. By Brianna Bohn
According to a recent Reuters/Ipsos poll, 71% of U.S. adults are concerned that AI will be “putting too many people out of work permanently,” highlighting the importance of long-term, proven franchise models. By Brianna Bohn
Ace Handyman Services® has built a solid reputation for itself, representing the Ace Hardware name that people have come to depend on by providing reliable handyman work to its customers. In serving that mission, the company proudly empowers its veteran franchisees to create a second career – one where their military experience directly translates to success. By Kelsi Trinidad
After finishing her active duty in the U.S. Air Force, Melissa Boatwright set out on a prestigious career path in corporate communications. While she climbed the corporate ladder, she hoped for a future with more community. She found that her strengths were in operationalizing strategy and figuring out how to take big concepts and distill them into day-to-day operations. By Kelsi Trinidad
In conjunction with National Simplify Your Life Week (Aug. 4–10), new data spotlights top maintenance pain points—and how Ace’s one-stop Home Services network can help
OAK BROOK, Ill. — In recognition of National Simplify Your Life Week (Aug. 4–10), Ace Hardware Home Services has released new national survey results spotlighting how U.S. millennial homeowners approach the challenges of home repairs, as well as what’s holding them back. According to the exclusive survey of 1,000 participants, 87% of U.S. millennial homeowners currently have at least one repair project pending—yet 84% admit they’ve delayed fixes, underscoring a clear need for convenient, trustworthy home‑repair solutions.
Observed every August, Simplify Your Life Week encourages people to cut through the clutter—mentally, physically and around the home, by finally tackling those long-postponed to‑dos, starting with the small home fixes that often get ignored.
“There’s a real sense of frustration that comes from walking past the same unfinished projects every day,” said Jason Hipskind, President, PHCE (Plumbing, Heating, Cooling and Electrical) for Ace Hardware Home Services. “Ace Hardware Home Services and Ace Handyman Services are here to take that weight off your shoulders, with trusted, local professionals who show up on time, offer transparent pricing and deliver guaranteed workmanship. Homeowners can book an expert in just a few clicks, finally cross those home projects off their list, and get back to enjoying life.”
Top Findings from U.S. Millennial Homeowners:
How Ace Hardware Home Services Helps Simplify Your Life:
Ace Hardware Home Services makes outsourcing easy by connecting consumers with its network of local professionals. With one‑stop online booking, transparent upfront pricing and guaranteed workmanship, homeowners can finally check off outstanding projects with ease. Homeowners can expect:
From plumbing and electrical to painting, HVAC and handyman work, Ace Hardware Home Services covers 48 states and more than 5,000 ZIP codes. Ace Hardware Home Services employs plumbers, electricians and HVAC techs; Ace Handyman and painting services are delivered by trusted franchise partners whose background-checked employee craftsmen are trained to Ace’s top-quality standards and typically available within a week. Below is a list of services available through Ace Hardware Home Services and Ace Handyman Services:
To book home services, please visit www.acehardwarehomeservices.com; to book handyman services, please visit www.acehandymanservices.com.
Data & Methodology
This custom online survey was conducted among 1,000 nationally representative U.S. Millennial homeowners, defined as individuals aged 29 to 44. The survey took place in July 2025. All data presented in this study are sourced from the survey unless otherwise specified. The research and analysis were conducted by Wakefield Research.
About Ace Hardware
Ace Hardware is the largest hardware cooperative in the world, serving more than 8,700 locally owned and operated stores around the globe, while providing the best products, services, and operating methods to almost 5,200 Ace retail stores in the United States. Ace Hardware’s family of brands includes Ace Hardware, Emery Jensen Distribution, and independent retailers worldwide. Headquartered in Oak Brook, Ill., Ace operates an expansive network of U.S. distribution centers, along with international capabilities in Ningbo, China, and Cuautitlán Izcalli, Mexico. Ace also owns Ace Hardware Home Services, a collection of local service companies with experienced professionals dedicated to helping homeowners complete home maintenance tasks. Since 1924, Ace has been a part of local communities, known as the place with the helpful hardware folks. For more information, visit acehardware.com or newsroom.acehardware.com.
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