Costus

Get the App

Powered by

HOTCOST

Menu

Construction Data
& Insights

Automatically updated with the latest cost data and industry news — helping contractors stay informed on market trends, tender activity, and project benchmarks.

Construction News

Four firms land £300m Scottish electricity network deal
Electricty network operator SSEN Distribution has chosen four firms for £300m of work across the...Read more
Date: 2026-07-09
Source: Industry News 1
By Grant Prior
Labourer dies after scissor lift fall
A specialist contractor has been fined after a worker died when a series of wall...Read more
Date: 2026-07-09
Source: Industry News 1
By Grant Prior
Industry unites to warn new PM against more infrastructure cuts
Construction’s biggest names have issued a rare united plea to the incoming Prime Minister not...Read more
Date: 2026-07-09
Source: Industry News 1
By Aaron Morby
Margins hit 4.8% as profits triple at Esh Group
Esh Group has posted the strongest financial performance in the company’s history. The North of...Read more
Date: 2026-07-09
Source: Industry News 1
By Grant Prior

Mechanical News

Electrical Safety Roundtable launches new safety campaign
Heating and Ventilation News Electrical Safety Roundtable launches new safety campaign To help...Read more
Date: 2026-07-03
Source: Mechanical
By Ella Mackenzie
EUA calls for government to halt ‘boiler tax’ target for heat pumps
Heating and Ventilation News EUA calls for government to halt ‘boiler tax’ target...Read more
Date: 2026-06-22
Source: Mechanical
By Ella Mackenzie
New research reveals strong satisfaction among heat pump trainees
Heating and Ventilation News New research reveals strong satisfaction among heat pump trainees...Read more
Date: 2026-06-21
Source: Mechanical
By Ella Mackenzie
BEAMA calls for two-year SSES transition period
Heating and Ventilation News BEAMA calls for two-year SSES transition period 'From Policy...Read more
Date: 2026-06-19
Source: Mechanical
By Ella Mackenzie
Arup and Ordnance Survey mark milestone in heat network zoning model
Heating and Ventilation News Arup and Ordnance Survey mark milestone in heat network...Read more
Date: 2026-06-15
Source: Mechanical
By Ella Mackenzie
Government told to halt ‘boiler tax’ target for heat pumps
Heating and Ventilation News Government told to halt ‘boiler tax’ target for heat...Read more
Date: 2026-06-12
Source: Mechanical
By Ella Mackenzie

Electrical News

EV industry leaders hail ‘mainstream moment’ as SMMT data shows one in three new cars now fully electric
Electric vehicle industry leaders have welcomed the latest new car registration figures...Read more
Date: 2026-07-09
Source: Electrical
By user_amy
VCHRGD accelerates growth as EV charging technology business enters next phase of expansion
VCHRGD, the EV charging technology business, is entering the next phase of its evolution, transforming...Read more
Date: 2026-07-09
Source: Electrical
By electime
Fluke Measurement Tools Help Advanced Renewable Power Meet Rising Demand for Commercial Solar PV
Fluke Corporation has helped UK-based solar installation company, Advanced Renewable Power (AR Power), to ensure...Read more
Date: 2026-07-09
Source: Electrical
By electime
WAGO Launches ‘Click, Click, Win!’ Initiative for Electricians
WAGO, global provider of electrical interconnection, automation and interface technology, is excited to announce the...Read more
Date: 2026-07-09
Source: Electrical
By electime

Policy & Guidance

June 2026 – Market Insight Report
Planning application activity picked up in June 2026, with...Read more
Date: 2026-07-09
Source: policy
By Planning Portal
Planning News – 25 June 2026
Housing sector calls for stability on housing policy after Starmer...Read more
Date: 2026-06-25
Source: policy
By Planning Portal
Planning News 18 June 2026
Enfield withdraws support for 21,000 home new town proposal  ...Read more
Date: 2026-06-18
Source: policy
By Planning Portal
We’re asking the wrong questions about digital planning 
Read more
Date: 2026-06-17
Source: policy
By Planning Portal

Download the COSTUS App

Access our powerful tools anytime, anywhere. Whether on-site or in the office, COSTUS helps you manage your project costs efficiently.

Download on the App Store Get it on Google Play
construction estimator

COMIING

SOON

Accurately estimate costs per square metre based on project specifics.