A new survey by Screwfix has found that UK tradespeople feel more confident in their energy efficiency knowledge than ever, helped by an eight per cent rise in training courses being completed in the last year.

The survey also revealed that two thirds (66 per cent) of all jobs conducted by the nation’s tradespeople over the past year have had an energy saving focus. Up from just over half (54 per cent) in 2023 as more homeowners are motivated to make the switch to energy saving products, to help them save money on energy bills.

With rising consumer demand for energy saving solutions, tradespeople are committing to further training so they can offer customers the best-informed advice and product choice.

More than 600 tradespeople took part in the survey, with 25 per cent of those completing in-person training and a further 15 per cent completing training online that was focused on installing energy efficient products or renewable energy technology. As a result, 90 per cent of tradespeople say they now feel ‘very knowledgeable/somewhat knowledgeable’ when it comes to advising customers on energy efficiency – compared to 84 per cent in 2023.

Earlier this year, Screwfix launched its Voice of the Trade report – which revealed that more than 75 per cent of tradespeople felt upskilling would have a positive impact on their business. However, almost 40 per cent were unable to upskill due to lack of time.

The survey also revealed that tradespeople are being asked to undertake a range of energy saving jobs. Lighting continues to top the list at 54 per cent, followed by the installation of new radiators (37 per cent).

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