Trades are still smart, but do not assume every construction job is safe. New builds slow down. Service, maintenance, industrial, and infrastructure keep moving better.
Is going into construction trades still smart with housing so expensive?
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Part of me thinks construction will always have work because housing is short everywhere. Another part worries slowdowns could hit workers hard. Are trades still a safe bet?
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Most replies say construction trades remain useful, but cycles are real. Repair, maintenance, infrastructure, and specialized trades may feel safer than depending only on new housing.
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I stayed busy because I moved from new homes into repairs and renovations. People always need leaks, decks, basements, and safety issues handled.
Housing shortages help demand, but interest rates and permits still affect jobs. Learn a skill that transfers outside subdivisions.
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