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Builders report a busy summer thanks to strong levels of consumer demand for repair and maintenance works, according to a new survey by the Federation of Master Builders<\/a> (FMB)<\/h2>\n

One in two builders reported a surge in workloads during the summer months, the research has revealed.<\/p>\n

More than two in five predict higher workloads in the autumn. While 78% said they expect material costs to increase over the next two months.<\/p>\n

The survey also highlighted that only 17% of SME builders<\/a> are planning to ease the number of general labourers on-site in the months ahead, and 16% are planning to increase the number of specialist tradespeople on site.<\/p>\n

Workloads bounce back<\/h3>\n

Brian Berry, chief executive of the FMB, said: \u201cBuilders\u2019 workloads bounced back in the summer, as pent up demand for home upgrades and more domestic space fuelled activity.<\/p>\n

\u201cHowever, builders in other sectors are struggling, especially those working on social new build housing and on public buildings.<\/p>\n

\u201cTo sustain recovery in the private repair, maintenance and improvement sector a national energy efficiency retrofit strategy is needed that will not only generate thousands of new jobs across the country but also help the government\u2019s commitment to create a greener economy<\/a>.\u201d<\/p>\n

Berry added: \u201cWith a healthy proportion of builders forecasting higher workloads in the autumn months, and almost 1 in 5 looking to recruit, there is clearly a demand for new jobs in the industry.<\/p>\n

\u201cYoung people taking their next steps after school should consider an apprenticeship in construction, and those seeking a career change will also find new opportunities.<\/p>\n

\u201cExpected increases in material prices are a concern as builders have been reporting skyrocketing prices for years now.<\/p>\n

\u201cAs we lead up to Brexit<\/a>, we need to ensure that the supply chain is in step and that builders can access the materials they need.\u201d<\/p>\n

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