The North Carolina Fall Home Expo will soon open for visitors interested in all things home improvement. Nov. 15-17 will see vendors congregate at the Crown Complex with home, outdoor living, beauty, decor, DIY, and many more categories of services and products.
Sol Lee, Senior Marketing Manager at Nationwide Expos, says this is one of 150 shows they host annually across 13 states, and one of two hosted annually in Fayetteville. The event allows visitors to see products firsthand and talk face-to-face with various home improvement specialists, who can field inquiries and assist attendees in their shopping and observation.
Based on past events, Sol thinks they could see attendance upwards of 2,500 people. He says not only homeowners, but contractors and other craftspeople show up to claim the exclusive offers and deals promoted by vendors, get quotes, and book services.
While some of the services offered will include current trends such as solar power, home automation and security, visitors will also see standard offerings and have the opportunity to test tried-and-true products such as mattresses or look for the best countertop for their kitchen.. “Whatever you're looking for your home, we typically have it,” Lee explained. Many vendors also host giveaways and share free samples.
According to northcarolinahomeexpo.com, the event provides visitors with an opportunity to check out the latest trends, meet with local and national vendors, get new ideas, and save thousands of dollars on services, all while increasing the value of their homes. This includes anything from complete home renovations to improvements to just gathering inspiration.
“It’s time and convenience and price,” Lee said of what makes the event attractive. Having so many vendors under one roof saves visitors time and money as they compare and contrast services. He said they typically see visitors spend anywhere from one to several hours in the Expo, observing the offerings and connecting with vendors.
A full vendor list has not been made public yet, but Lee shared that among many unannounced vendors, the following will be present: Homefix Custom Remodeling, an exterior home remodeling company serving Maryland, Virginia, and North Carolina; Lifetime Green Coatings that provides eco-friendly basecoats for garage and other floors; and Mighty Dog Roofing, a roofing, window, and gutter contractor.
The North Carolina Home Expo is free and open to the public. The North Carolina Home Expo Facebook page recommends visitors come prepared to encounter traffic and dress comfortably for weather conditions and walking. They also recommend planning ahead by setting a budget, saving inspiration from Pinterest and other social networks, and scouting vendors on the website once published. Visitors will be greeted by Nationwide Expo staff before entering, and can take all the time they need to browse.
The vendor space will be open Friday, Nov. 15 from noon to 6 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Sunday 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. The Crown Complex is located at 1960 Coliseum Dr, Fayetteville.
North Carolina Home Expo hosts two annual events in Fayetteville. The Spring Expo will be held March 14-16.

(Photo: A vendor at a Nationwide Expo talks to attendees.  Photo courtesy of Nationwide Expos)