Home expos are the perfect place to get a feel for your options before jumping into home renovations or construction projects. Whether it’s checking out the latest trends, meeting with local and national vendors, getting new ideas, or saving thousands while increasing the value of your home, the North Carolina Home Expo held at the Crown Complex at 1960 Coliseum Dr. from March 27 to 29, is a one-stop shop.
“The goal is for visitors to quickly realize they’re in a place where ideas and home renovation projects turn into real solutions,” said Digital Marketing and PR Coordinator Shanae Hardy, “Where they can see products in person, ask questions, and connect directly with local experts who can help bring their vision to life.”
Visions such as cutting your electric bill with solar energy, sprucing up the bathroom that hasn’t been changed since you moved in, or tearing out the shag carpet in your basement and replacing it with something fresh come to mind.
The Home Expo is a chance to talk with experts in a casual context, according to Hardy,
“The most helpful conversations usually start with a simple question like, ‘What are you hoping to change about your space?’” she explained. “From there, contractors and specialists can offer practical advice, whether it’s explaining timelines, discussing budget ranges, or suggesting design options people may not have considered. Those face-to-face conversations often remove uncertainty and help homeowners realize their project is more achievable than they thought.”
Learning that a project is more achievable than you thought is always a welcome realization, and one that happens over and over again at this event.
“We want people to feel inspired at each booth and energized by the possibilities for their home,” said Hardy.
While many home expos attract more commercial clients than residential, the North Carolina Home Expo is the opposite.
”We attract mostly homeowners who are actively planning home renovations within the next year, which is a win-win for attendees and vendors. Attendees get to meet trusted contractors face-to-face while vendors are connected with future customers who are more likely to book their services,” Hardy explained. These connections often turn into long-term partnerships between residential home-owners and contractors, often looking like repeat projects and returning customers.
While customers may show up thinking they know what they’re looking for, Hardy says part of the fun is unexpected discoveries.
“Visitors might stumble upon a live cooking demonstration using new kitchen appliances, meet a local artisan showcasing custom décor, or sample food from a regional vendor while exploring the show floor,” she said. “Those moments make the experience feel less like perusing booths and more like a community event where people can learn, explore, and enjoy new foods or décor ideas.”
Even in cases where visitors don’t know what they’re looking for—or if they’re looking for anything at all—showing up and asking questions can still be helpful.
“Even if you’re in the early idea stage, walking through the booths can give you a better sense of what’s possible, what things cost, and what styles or solutions you’re drawn to,” said Hardy. “Many people come just to gather inspiration, and they leave with a clearer vision for their home, even if their project is a year away.”
The North Carolina Spring Home Expo will be held March 27 from noon to 6 p.m., March 28 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and March 29 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission is free. Find more information at northcarolinahomeexpo.com