The short version
- Output fell 0.2% in August 2026.
- New work fell 0.7%. Repair and maintenance rose 0.4%.
- Over three months, output is down 1.0%.
Monthly construction output in Great Britain fell 0.2% in August 2026, the fourth fall in a row. The July figure was revised down to a fall of 0.5%.1
| Measure | August, monthly | Three months to August |
|---|---|---|
| Total output | -0.2% | -1.0% |
| New work | -0.7% | -1.4% |
| Repair and maintenance | +0.4% | -0.3% |
What it could mean for you
Firms that rely on new build are feeling this first. Repair and maintenance edged up in the month, but it is still down over three months.1 That is not a clear recovery.
- Expect sharper price competition on new work.
- Consider adding repair and maintenance services.
- If you change your work mix, tell your insurer. A new activity can sit outside your trade description.
Sources
- Construction output in Great Britain: August 2026, Office for National Statistics. Accessed 11 November 2026.
General information only. This is not legal, insurance or financial advice. Your own policy wording decides what is covered.