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The BIG conversation: bridging the construction skills gap
We are delighted to announce that Eureka! Research have been appointed as the lead consultant on a major new study into the skills gap in the construction sector. Funded by TrustMark, the only Government-Endorsed Quality Scheme for work carried out in and around the home, we will be leading...
Wolseley Parts and Spares research
We are very pleased to announce a new research study about heating parts and spares in partnership with Wolseley. Eureka! have been asked to collect insight and feedback on some exciting changes planned for the Wolseley Plumb and Parts business in the near future. Research fieldwork is being...
The Future Homes Standard and some research implications
We attended the Installer Show at the NEC last week. It is a superb way to catch up with many faces from across the plumbing, heating and bathroom sector. But it is also a good way to hear from industry leaders via a range of panel discussions, keynote talks, and interactive seminars. Dave...
How’s the market looking for tradespeople?
We've been hearing some very mixed things about the state of the repair and renovation market so far this year. At Eureka, we believe that installers are a fantastic barometer of demand for trades out there in the real world. The sentiment of these sole traders and small businesses tells us a...
KBB retailer survey 2024
The dust is now finally settling on the most ambitious study ever undertaken with independent retailers across the UK kitchen, bedroom and bathroom industry. Conducted on behalf of KBB Review, the leading business magazine in the KBB retailer sector, and supported by Hettich, a major supplier,...
How to delight the domestic customer!
You may have already read our recent report At the cliff edge, which laid bear some of the challenges faced by tradespeople regarding staffing, apprenticeships, and the wider confidence levels of homeowners. Our report was undoubtedly a difficult read for many in the sector as we attempted to...
Homeowner concerns when appointing a tradesperson
You may have already read our recent post Powering up the trade, where we took an irreverent look at the fuelling habits of the trade (how many idioms did you count?). Once again, we are dipping into the data from our recent dual pronged research study where we undertook two similarly themed...
KBB Review retailer survey 2024
We are pleased to announce that we are working on a new research study for KBB Review, the leading business magazine for the kitchen, bedroom and bathroom industry for nearly 35 years. Every two years, to mark the build-up to kbb Birmingham, the magazine conducts research with its highly-engaged...
Research & Insights in an AI World
This week Rishi Sunak has gathered around 100 world leaders, tech bosses, academics, and Artificial Intelligence (AI) researchers to the UK to discuss how best to maximise the benefits of this powerful technology while minimising the potential risks. AI movers and shakers like Elon Musk, Mustafa...
Workforce and productivity challenges for the P&H sector
Today we have released a new research report that sheds light on some of the profound labour issues facing the UK Plumbing and Heating (P&H) sector. A rapidly ageing workforce combined with a pronounced skills gap already has government, industry leaders, and business owners seriously...
Find us on instagram now!
Can't get enough of Eureka! Research? Is our website and X / twitter content not quite sating your thirst? Well, great news, we're now on Instagram too as @eurekaresearch. Head on over for quirky content mixed with genuine insight - you'd be mad not to 😉
Working with Speedy Hire – another great trade brand
We are pleased to announce we are working on a new and very interesting research study for Speedy Hire, the UK's leading tool hire provider. Again, we are working in tandem with our friends at WAA Chosen to deliver this strategic market research project. Speedy Hire have been delivering excellence...
Powering up the trade!
As loyal readers will know, whenever we can, we like to undertake our own research that is completely self-funded and free to view in our dedicated reports section and in blogs and commentary here on our website. Over the years, this has received many plaudits, particularly across the trade sector...
Coverage of our joint installer research with BMA
This Summer, in partnership with the Bathroom Manufacturers Association (BMA), we released the results of an ambitious, cross-sector study into the installer workforce. Working on behalf of BMA members, the common theme of the research was to update the industry's knowledge about the influence...
NPD project in the flooring and tiling market
Earlier this Summer we were contacted by STS who produce a range of boarding, tiling, waterproofing and adhesive products. They are probably most well known for manufacturing NoMorePly, a fibre cement tile backing system which creates a convenient surface for flooring and tiling installers to...
Maximising data quality
We are always striving to elevate survey data quality. But it can be tricky, especially when surveying niche, over-surveyed or hard-to-reach populations (plumbers anyone?). When undertaking quantitative research with these challenging groups, collecting data that is reliable enough (in terms of...
New project – Polypipe
We have once again been commissioned by Polypipe to undertake a strategic market research project across the sector. Polypipe are one of Europe's largest and most innovative manufacturers of piping, underfloor heating and energy-efficient ventilation and it is great to be working closely with them...
Need a research expert in the trade sector?
We love nothing more than a research project in the trade sector. Whether it's speaking to tradespeople themselves, retailers, consumers, specifiers, architects, supplies or engineers, we pride ourselves on being one of the very best! Just take a look at our expanding client list to see the...
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