TRSA/Baird Survey: Industry Continues to Perform Well in 2026

TRSA and Baird released new findings from the Q2 2026 Uniform & Linen Services Industry Survey, a quarterly snapshot of business conditions in the linen, uniform and facility services industry. The results reflect solid performance across the industry.

Based on input from senior leaders at privately held TRSA member firms across North America, the survey includes the following key findings:

Uniform Rental Sector

• More than two out of three (67%) respondents reported revenues meeting expectations, with roughly one-third (33%) reporting revenues below expectations—a modest improvement over the previous quarter.
• Employment-driven expansion at existing accounts dropped to 36.4% from 46.7%, which is consistent with national employment data.
• New business in the market was neutral in the last quarter, while the average base price increase for existing-account renewals was up 3.1%.
• Respondents expect rental revenue to grow by 3.6% over the next 12 months, a slight increase over the previous quarter.

Linen Rental Sector

• Sixty percent of respondents cited rental revenues above expectations versus just 10% below expectations.
• Pricing for new and existing accounts was largely unchanged, with average price increases for existing accounts at approximately 2%.
• New business held positive and was in line with last quarter’s report.
• Respondents expect revenue growth of 2.8% over the next 12 months.

Healthcare Rental Sector

• Healthcare rental continued to show strong results through the first half of 2026, with 90% of respondents experiencing revenue growth at or above last year’s levels.
• Fifty percent of respondents experienced growth of up to 5%, with 20% of respondents reporting revenue growth of more than 5%.

“Our industry continues to perform well despite an uncertain economic environment,” said Joseph Ricci, president and CEO of TRSA. “While the market has softened to some degree, healthcare continues to be a source of strength. From hospitality and healthcare to manufacturing and other important sectors of the American economy, our members provide essential linen, uniform and facility services that employers and workers rely on every day. As market conditions continue to evolve, our members are adapting to meet their customers’ needs while maintaining the high-quality service and reliability that define our industry.”

Read the full Q2 2026 report.