The private non-housing repair and maintenance sector was worth £ 12bn in 2008, the third largest construction sector after commercial and private housing rm&i sectors by value. It's significance to total construction output highlights the need for greater focus, especially as the sector is determined mainly by macroeconomic factors and PFI related work. As the economy continues to slowdown and with PFI contracts being hit by difficulties regarding credit availability, the sector is expected to endure falls over the near term.
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