PUBLISHER: The Insight Partners | PRODUCT CODE: 1558372
PUBLISHER: The Insight Partners | PRODUCT CODE: 1558372
The UK rain gutter market size is projected to reach US$ 749.63 million by 2031 from US$ 498.65 million in 2023. The market is expected to register a CAGR of 5.2% during 2023-2031. The development of smart rain gutter systems is likely to remain a key trend in the market.
The key stakeholders in the UK rain gutter market are raw material suppliers, manufacturers, and suppliers or distributors, installation and repair service providers, and end users.
Manufacturers and suppliers for the UK rain gutter market include Alugutter, GMD Pennine Limited, HJA Fabrications, Alumasc Water Management Solutions, Seamless Aluminium, ARP Ltd., Southern Sheeting, Alutec, and Brett Martin. These players offer various types of rain gutter systems in order to meet the growing demand from the residential and commercial construction sectors across the UK. The manufacturers are launching new and advanced rain gutter systems to meet the increasing demand to save water and reduce water scarcity issues in the UK.
End-users in the UK rain gutter market include residential, commercial, construction contractors, construction companies, and industrial sectors. Among these, residential users have dominated the rain gutter market in the UK owing to the increasing consumer awareness of water scarcity.
Based on material type, the UK rain gutter market is segmented into aluminum, steel, vinyl, and others. The aluminum segment led the UK rain gutter market in 2023. Aluminum rain gutters are easy to install, which is boosting their demand. The steel segment is anticipated to register the highest CAGR during the forecast period.
Vinyl is a lightweight material. It is readily available at an affordable price, making it a top choice among do-it-yourself enthusiasts. Vinyl gutters do not appear in many colors as the material is likely to fade under the sun's UV rays. For DIY vinyl K-style rain gutters and up to US$ 5 per linear foot for professionally installed gutters, the average price is ~US$ 1-2 per linear foot. Vinyl materials can be painted, they cannot be damaged by salty air, and they are corrosion resistant. These benefits of vinyl material are leading to higher adoption of vinyl-based rain gutter systems across the UK.
Based on application, the UK rain gutter market is segmented into residential, commercial, and industrial. The residential segment led the UK rain gutter market in 2023. The rising demand for housing across the UK drives the market for the segment. The commercial segment is anticipated to record a higher CAGR during the forecast period.
Rain gutters are used widely in commercial buildings such as schools, healthcare facilities, offices, restaurants, shopping complexes, and malls. Depending on city or county regulations, commercial buildings usually have different legal or building code requirements. For residences, K-style or U-shaped are often used, with U-shaped being a popular choice for copper rain guttering. The K-style, when installed, looks similar to crown molding. For commercial applications, K-style can be used to provide an attractive appearance. Box gutters are frequently used in commercial installations since this shape allows for more volume of water than a similar-sized K-style gutter. Various other materials used for manufacturing commercial rain gutters are explained below.
The 24-gauge galvanized steel or heavy aluminum provides the highest durability. For commercial purposes, steel offers extraordinary durability. Aluminum is available in various gauges and thicknesses.
Copper rain gutters are frequently used in residential applications. Copper develops a patina, which adds a unique look to the building or property. Copper can also be used for commercial properties and may provide a distinct look required by the building or area.
Vinyl is not normally used for commercial gutters. It is a low-cost residential guttering option.
In addition, the growth of the UK rain gutter market can be attributed to the expected rise in the construction of high-rise buildings in tier-II cities, hypermarkets, shopping complexes, and malls across the UK in the coming years.