The number of UK fenestration companies has dropped by 9% in the last six years, data specialists at Insight Data have revealed. Analysis of the organisation’s fenestration database showed that almost one in 10 (9%) companies ceased trading between 2017 and 2022, with the total number of fabricators and installers having reduced from 15,099 to 13,7491.
Alex Tremlett, operations manager at Insight Data, said: “The home improvement industry has faced many challenges in the last few years. Unfortunately, our data shows that some companies have been unable to survive the fallout caused by the Covid-19 pandemic.
“Whether a company has folded, restructured, merged or changed strategy to stay ahead, suppliers may find their well-established relationships could be disappearing. This means that companies could be unknowingly wasting time, money and resources marketing their products and services to lead decision makers who have changed role or organisation.”
To help reduce the risk of this happening, Insight Data has developed a specialist database of fenestration companies to simplify pinpointing high-quality prospects. “Our fenestration database now holds contact information for 20,000 decision makers within 13,750 fabricators and installers, giving suppliers into the glass and glazing sector unprecedented market intelligence,” Alex added.
“While the number of fabricators and installers has declined over the past few years, our team has successfully managed to increase the number of senior decision maker contacts we hold by 7%. In just six years, our contacts have grown from 18,625 to 20,000, meaning our clients have more opportunities to promote and sell their products and services than ever before.
“With Insight Data, all of the key information needed to see if a company is a worthwhile prospect is available at your fingertips. We help our clients to make better business decisions.”
Other databases available through Insight Data include local builders, architects and specifiers, and its builders merchants and construction file, which contains a range of construction industry companies such as main contractors, house builders and property developers. Alex added: “Our dedicated team of researchers work tirelessly to make sure that our databases have the most up-to-date information. As a result, each one continues to grow. I would encourage any supplier looking to target local builders, architects or the wider construction industry to get in touch.”
For more information about Insight Data call 01934 808 293. Alternatively, email hello@insightdata.co.uk.
