A recent analysis of search activity on the TrustMark website has shown a large increase in interest in renewable energy trades. Last year saw the biggest rises, with searches for heat pump installers up 217% on the year before, and solar panel installers up by 130%.
Although the statistics reveal continued growth in demand for key trades such as builders, electricians, window installers, and plumbers, there was also a significant upturn in demand for specialist trades.
In general, searches carried out on the TrustMark website reflect people’s growing interest in new technologies and energy efficient systems that can make their home more comfortable, convenient and secure.
Flood resilience specialists, home entertainment system installers, and Velux installers and repairs have also been among the most sought-after trades out of the 49 licensed trades offered by TrustMark. Aerial installers, CCTV installation and leadwork specialists, followed closely by tree consultants and home adaptations for the elderly and disabled, have also seen increasing demand.
Simon Ayers, Chief Executive of TrustMark, says: “With technology in our homes becoming much more sophisticated, coupled with rising expectations of home comforts such as air conditioning, home entertainment systems and adaptations for accessibility, we predict an increasing need for specialist businesses and tradespeople to help us maintain our homes.”
TrustMark is the Government-backed quality scheme that covers all trades to do work in and around the home. All TrustMark firms work to Government-endorsed standards and are uniquely checked for three cornerstones of quality – their trading practices, customer service and their technical competence.
