Supplier delays still derail 40% of UK housing projects – but they don’t have to. Learn how developers can protect timelines and budgets with local, accredited partners like Calldene. Discover practical steps to verify lead times, reduce risk, and build lasting supplier relationships.
Data from 2024 shows that supplier-related delays still cause major headaches for housing developers in the UK and are second only to planning and regulatory changes.
40% of housing projects get stalled or derailed due to late deliveries and logistical issues
55% of developers report whopping increases in project costs as a result – sometimes as high as 50% (as this 2022 report revealed)
While material availability has improved since the pandemic, the insolvency of a few major contractors has sent shockwaves through an already volatile supply chain. Even if a collapse doesn’t affect your project directly, it disrupts cashflows in the industry, causing deliveries to arrive late or not at all.
In today’s economic climate, most developers can’t afford to risk a rise in project costs due to things like late deliveries – especially when it can be avoided.
You don’t have to run those risks. With the right steps, you can protect your timelines, launch your site on schedule, and see faster returns. Here’s how:
- Partner with a local supplier
Calldene has two sites across SE of England. When you work with us, we ship from the site closest to you – keeping delivery costs low and your project running smoothly. - Verify lead times with proof
Credible suppliers will provide this upfront. But if they don’t, ask. Whether quoting, producing, or shipping, we move fast. Once your order is placed, it goes straight into production – sometimes ready to ship in as little as 10 days. - Make sure you’re protected if something goes wrong
The TRA requires all members to carry at least £1 million in Professional Indemnity Insurance. Ours is £5 million, and it’s just one of the ways we ensure peace of mind for our customers. - Check credibility
Look for accreditations, reviews, and references. It never hurts to ask around – recommendations are often the best way to find reliable suppliers.
And last but not least, invest in relationships. We don’t just say that – we’ve built our business on it.
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