UK consumers are spending an average of £3,403 annually on general property upkeep, according to new research from Checkatrade.
Checkatrade said this new data suggests that tradespeople are set to benefit from a consistent, year-round flow of work across key maintenance services.
The company noted that its findings underscore a significant and ongoing demand for skilled trades across sectors such as plumbing, roofing, electrics, painting & decorating, gardening and more.
Alongside this research, Checkatrade has launched an AI-powered Home Health Report. The company said this tool allows consumers to proactively uncover jobs around the home, helping them stay ahead of important property maintenance requirements, so they can get them booked with trades when they need to.
Sunjiv Shah, managing director, Labs at Checkatrade, said: “Tradespeople are the backbone of Britain’s homes, and the data from this latest research alongside our new Home Health Report tool means there’s more opportunity for them to grow their business than ever before. The numbers speak for themselves – and show just how essential trade services are, month in, month out. By helping consumers be more proactive in identifying work that needs to be done, we hope the Home Health Report will create secure steady work for tradespeople.”
