Demand since the easing of lockdown has been exceptional
Neil Cooper-Smith, Senior Analyst, Business Pilot comments on the latest Business Pilot Barometer: “The Government unveiled its plans for the Green Homes Grant at the start of July. Not starting until September – and then likely to offer on slim pickings for window and door companies – many within the industry expressed More...
One fifth of tradespeople worry their working practices are outdated
In a recent survey it was revealed that 1/5 of tradespeople are concerned that the way they are currently working is outdated and 10 per cent admitted that they barely use any technology as part of their daily More...
Further drop in contract awards for May but there are signs of improvement as planning approval figures steady
The total value of construction contract awards in May 2020 was £2.4 billion based on a three-month rolling average. This is a decrease of 45.9% on April and is also 52.3% Lower than May 2019. Contract awards More...
Construction project-starts plummet amid lockdown
Overall construction-starts were 61% down on a year ago and 53% down against the preceding three months on a seasonally adjusted basis during the three months to May.Residential starts declined 64% against More...
Survey-record decline in construction work amid site closures due to COVID-19 pandemic
April data indicated by far the fastest decline in UK construction output since the survey began 23 years ago. The vast majority of survey respondents (86%) reported a reduction in business activity since March, More...
‘Upgrading homes for the unexpected ’
Will the experiences from the current coronavirus pandemic contribute to changing consumer demand patterns for home improvements? Probably not the most important consideration while we are all attempting to More...
Outdoor views can help with mental health, shows research from Origin
Almost 80% of Brits say seeing a nice outdoor view makes them feel more positive and relaxed. This research was in the form of a survey conducted by bifold door manufacturer Origin Global, asking the general More...
COVID 19 Home Improvement Industry Impact Survey Results
85% increase in consumer detriment as a result of COVID19 pandemicTwo thirds of home improvement professionals and supply chain manufacturers have received abuse, either online or face to face from the public More...
Which smart home products are homeowners desiring?
Smart home products have drastically transformed the way in which people live. Essentially devices/appliances that can remotely be controlled over Wi-Fi by smartphones and tablets – they provide individuals More...
Business Pilot Barometer report shows early impact of COVID 19
The early signs of the impact of the Coronavirus on the retail window market are illustrated in latest Business Pilot Barometer report. The monthly analysis details the key trends defining window and door retail. More...