On the mend

Cutler, J.

On the mend - 1994 - Building Market Report May 1994, 6-7(2) .

In contrast to earlier recessions, the last fall in building orders was exacerbated by a concurrent reduction in repair, maintenance and improvement work. As output fell by more than double the rate for new-build, repair work was unable to provide the traditional engine for recovery. Statistics quantify the market collapse.


CONSTRUCTION MARKET
REPAIR AND MAINTENANCE