Study finds more tradespeople are winning work with sustainable solutions

New research from builders' merchant Jewson suggests more than half (54%) of builders and tradespeople are winning more work by offering services linked to sustainability. The data, which forms part of Jewson’s annual Trade Trends report, shows that sustainable building has grown from being a niche market into a mainstream business driver as more homeowners look for sustainable solutions.

 

Matching this growing demand with the right level of knowledge and insight is a key challenge, and the report shows investing in training remains a priority. Three in 5 builders and tradespeople say they plan to start or continue sustainability training, with the key motivating factors being keeping up with the times (67%), because it’s good for the environment (47%) and because it’ll help them win more work (37%).

 

Sabrina Passley, head of sustainability for STARK UK, Jewson’s parent company, said: “As the construction industry moves toward a low-carbon future, there’s a growing opportunity – and responsibility – for tradespeople to upskill in sustainable building practices. We’re proud to play a key role in supporting this shift across the UK in various ways. For example, our dedicated Sustainability Centres in Norwich and Luton are designed to offer customers advice and inspiration on low carbon alternatives and sustainable solutions.”