Installer Championship
Prove that you are the best of the best in the hardscape industry and compete for Cash and Prizes!
More about the National Installer Championship Event
The National Installer Championship Event takes place at Hardscape North America each year. Twelve (12) team spots are available for the taking - will you be one of them in 2025? Here are some important dates and information about what to expect if you compete in the National event:
Required team meeting on Wednesday, October 22 from 5:30 - 6:30pm at the Kentucky Exposition Center
Three to four, 60-min preliminary rounds take on Thursday, October 23 from 9:00 am - 4:30 pm
The top four finalists from the preliminary rounds advance to the 90-minute Championship round on Friday, October 24 at 10:30am.
The Awards Ceremony to announce the rankings of the 2025 event will take place at 12:45pm on the Hardscape Demos stage in the Hardscape House.
The top 4 finishers will take home cash, prizes and bragging rights for the next 364 days!
Who can sponsor a team for 2025? Anyone! This is one HNA Sponsorship that is open to any person or company, regardless of whether they are exhibiting at the 2025 show. Teams can even self-sponsor if a spot remains! We encourage all individuals and companies to consider sponsoring an outstanding local team, or a team you know deserves to be seen at this National Event! Find out more about what the sponsorship includes and how you can help support this action-packed event.
Ready to Sponsor a Team? Contact Rob Bowers at 703-657-6881 by May 31, 2025!
2024 Installer Championship Winners
The Hardscape North America Installer Championship is intended to test and recognize the skill, dedication, and passion of hardscape contractors from across North America. Each team that competes in the championship will have their understanding of industry best practices and guidelines tested in a race against the clock and other top installers in the industry. This championship will determine the best of the best in the hardscape industry!
Six teams were sponsored to complete in the 2024 National Installer Championship Competition. The top three (3) finishers from the 2024 National Competition are below.
2024 Champion - Pavers By Porter
Sponsored by: Outdoor Living Supply
Prize Package:
Total Prize Package Value $21,574
- $4,000 cash
- Weber CF3 Forward Plate Compactor with Poly Pad
- IQMS362 16.5" Dust Control Masonry Saw
- ALMI 43U Easy splitter
- Probst SPEEDY VS 110v with 175 lb. plate
- $1,200 Regency Wire Product Certificate
- Costa Del Mar Spearo XL sunglasses- 3 pairs, provided by Regency Wire
- $1,000 Natural Paving USA Product Certificate
- Belgard Business and Marketing Consultation Services
- Name engraved on the Taylor Cup
- Champions' plaque
- Recognition in Hardscape Magazine, CMHA publications and website
2nd Place -
Tony Monaco Landscaping
Total Prize Package Value $10,535
- $2,000 cash
- IQ360XT 14" Dust Control Table Saw with accessories
- Probst AIRLIFT Base Kit
- $600 Regency Wire Product Certificate
- Costa Del Mar Spearo XL sunglasses- 3 pairs, provided by Regency Wire
- $700 Natural Paving USA Product Certificate
- Belgard Business and Marketing Consultation Services
- 2nd Place plaque
- Recognition in Hardscape Magazine, CMHA publications and website
sponsored by: unilock, inc.
3rd Place -
Brigham Young University - Provo
Total Prize Package Value $5,986
- $1,000 cash
- Probst GRABO with DUO Carry Handles
- $300 Regency Wire Product Certificate
- Costa Del Mar Spearo XL sunglasses- 3 pairs, provided by Regency Wire
- $500 Natural Paving USA Product Certificate
- Belgard Business and Marketing Consultation Services
- 3rd Place plaque
- Recognition in Hardscape Magazine, CMHA publications and website
sponsored by: belgard and permaloc
2025 National Competition
12 Team Spots available, first-come, first-served.
Sponsor a team to compete Today!
Prelim Rounds take place on 10/23, with the Final Round happening 10/24.
Contact Rob Bowers for more information.
