The future of construction is retrofit – is your business ready?

The demand for home retrofit is exploding, creating huge opportunities for building professionals who are ready to adapt. With 29 million UK homes needing energy efficiency upgrades to meet climate targets, the question isn’t if retrofit will be part of the future – but who will be ready to deliver it.

If you’re a contractor, builder, or tradesperson, now is the time to futureproof your business and position yourself in this growing sector.

Retrofit is booming – here’s why

Homeowners are actively seeking qualified professionals to help them cut energy waste, lower bills, and create healthier homes.

The UK has the oldest, least efficient homes in Europe. Nearly 40% were built before 1946, making insulation and heating upgrades essential.

The government has committed to net zero by 2050, with grants and funding already driving demand for home energy improvements.

A market built for growth

The UK construction industry is worth £90 billion [PDF], employing 10% of the workforce – and home retrofit is set to be one of the fastest-growing sectors.

A ‘green stimulus’ plan to retrofit 8.7 million homes by 2024 could:

• Create 500,000 new jobs
• Cut household carbon emissions by 21%
• Reduce energy bills by an average of £418 per year

That’s work on a massive scale, and it needs skilled professionals to deliver it.

Retrofit isn’t just good for the planet – it’s good for business

Homeowners are choosing contractors who focus on energy efficiency. If your business isn’t offering these services, you’re missing out on a growing customer base.

Retrofit work includes:

• Insulation (walls, lofts, floors)
• Heating system upgrades (heat pumps, boilers, biomass)
• Draught-proofing and ventilation improvements
• Double and triple glazing

If your business can support any of these measures, now is the time to get involved.

Reputation matters – and so do qualifications

The UK Government’s Boiler Upgrade Scheme (BUS) and other funding programmes require certified professionals to carry out retrofit work. That means homeowners are looking for trusted, accredited contractors.

Through Cosy Homes Oxfordshire and our partner RetrofitWorks, you can:

• Get TrustMark accreditation and build your reputation
• Access high-quality, vetted homeowner leads
• Get support with admin, marketing, and finance
• Connect with a network of retrofit professionals

Join the team transforming Oxfordshire’s homes

We’ve already helped hundreds of homeowners improve their homes through retrofit – and the demand is only growing. The potential for growth in this sector is exponential, and we need skilled, local building professionals to help us deliver high-quality retrofit work.

Are you ready to future-proof your business? Contact our Membership Development Manager at membership@retrofitworks.co.uk to find out how to join our delivery team.