The home improvements market continues to be an increasingly important sector of the building industry. The volume of many building materials used on home improvements outweighs use on new dwelling construction.
The report covers 16 major areas which together provide a comprehensive picture of the market for additions, renovations, and dwelling improvements. The individual reports include:
ground and upper floor additions
kitchen renovations
bathroom renovations
recladding external walls
re-roofing
garages
fencing - boundary, front, pool and screen
window replacement
re-guttering
paving - driveways, paths, pool and other surrounds
insulation - walls, ceilings and roofs
swimming pools and outdoor spas
laundry renovations
carports and awnings
relining internal walls and ceilings
decks, patios, tool sheds, pergolas, gazebos and saunas.