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TRSA / Baird Survey:
Industry Kicks off 2026 with Steady Growth
TRSA and Baird recently released new findings from the Q1 2026 Uniform & Linen Services Industry Survey, a quarterly snapshot of business conditions in the linen, uniform and facility services industry. Results show the industry remains stable, with steady growth supported by strong new business despite softer employment trends.
The healthcare rental sector posted strong results to start the new year, with most respondents( 93 %) reporting revenues at or above last year’ s levels. Additionally, 40 % of respondents experienced growth of up to 5 %, with 13 % of respondents reporting revenue growth of 5 % or more.
The survey results are based on input from senior leaders at privately held TRSA member firms across North America.“ The data shows that our industry is holding steady,” said Joseph Ricci, president and CEO of TRSA.“ While no one is immune to broader economic pressures, including a softer jobs market, new business activity is helping linen, uniform and facility services companies weather these headwinds. Growth isn’ t where it was a few years ago, but it remains stable— and that speaks to the strength and discipline across our industry.”
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Healthcare Linen: Rental revenue growth rate trend during the past 90 days versus last year’ s levels?
40 %
40 % 40 %
30 %
% of Respondents
20 %
|
7 % |
|
|
|
|
0 % |
< 5 % below last year |
0 %
0 – 5 % below last year
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About the same as last year |
0 – 5 % above last year |
> 5 % above last year |
Source: Baird Survey
44 Textile Services • May 2026