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Insider info and industry insightsA fantastic outcome to the 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 sector, and supported by Hettich, a major supplier, this...
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 retailer survey 2024 – An exciting new research study
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...
Assessing the opportunities for 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 – A new Eureka! Report
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 😉
Speedy Hire – Working with another great brand in the trade sector
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...
Media 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 through mixed research methodologies
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...
Project win! We are working with our friends at Polypipe once again
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...
How big is the plumbing and heating sector in the UK?
As one of the leading agencies working regularly across the plumbing and heating sector, its important that we have a handle on the dynamics of businesses operating in this space. Here is a snapshot of the sort of macro information we regularly collate. Using a variety of secondary research...
Building Materials Nationwide – An exciting new research study
We are pleased to announce we are working on a very interesting research study for Building Materials Nationwide, the one-stop shop for quality building materials & tools. Again, we are working in tandem with our friends at WAA Chosen to deliver this strategic market research project. Building...
Sustainability in the home improvements sector
Just a few short months ago we wrote a blog piece documenting the challenges for small businesses like ours operating in these challenging economic times. Now, these times are still very much with us, but as the new business year gets into full swing, we have been reflecting back on our previous...
Supporting the BMA’s thought leadership in the bathroom sector
We are very pleased to announce a new research study in partnership with the Bathroom Manufacturers Association (BMA). This important study further solidifies our relationship and together we will be undertaking a deep dive into the inner workings of our favourite research audience, bathroom...
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