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Practical guides, pricing insights, and expert advice for site managers and procurement teams managing crew accommodation on UK projects.
5 Signs Your Crew's Accommodation Isn't Good Enough
High turnover on away projects? Late starts? Complaints? The accommodation might be the root cause. Here are the warning signs that your current setup is costing you more than you think.
Why Construction Companies Are Ditching Hotels in 2026
The shift from hotels to managed houses has accelerated this year. Here's what's driving the change — and why companies that switch rarely go back.
The Hidden Costs of Booking Hotels for Your Team
The room rate is just the beginning. When you add meals, parking, laundry, Wi-Fi charges, and admin time, hotels cost 2-3x more than the headline price suggests.
How to Keep Your Best Workers on Long Projects Away From Home
Retention on 6-12 month away projects is one of the biggest challenges in construction. The companies with the lowest turnover all do the same three things differently.
Contractor Accommodation Near HS2 Sites: What's Available in 2026
HS2 is the UK's biggest infrastructure project with thousands of workers needing accommodation along the route. Here's what's available near the key construction sites.
Booking Accommodation for Large Teams (20+ Workers): A Practical Guide
Housing a large crew requires a different approach to booking for a small team. Here's how to manage logistics, costs, and welfare when you need 20+ beds in one area.
Accommodation for Rail Engineering Teams: What Makes It Different
Rail workers have unique accommodation needs — night shifts, weekend possessions, and constantly changing locations. Here's how to get it right.
Accommodation for Energy Sector Workers: Wind Farms, Power Stations & Grid Projects
Energy infrastructure projects are often in remote locations with limited local accommodation. Here's how to house your team on these projects.
What Happens When You Enquire With CrewStays: Our Process Explained
Wondering what to expect when you get in touch? Here's exactly what happens from first contact to your team moving in — typically within 24-48 hours.
Contractor Accommodation in London: The Complete 2026 Guide
London is the most expensive and most in-demand area for contractor accommodation in the UK. Here's how to find good quality digs without paying hotel prices.
Summer 2026: Why Contractor Accommodation Demand Is Peaking
Summer is the busiest season for construction — longer days mean more site hours, and multiple major projects are hitting peak activity simultaneously.
Accommodation for Data Centre Construction Teams
Data centre builds are booming across the UK, bringing specialist teams to locations that aren't always well-served by hotels.
First Time Booking Contractor Accommodation? Start Here
If you've always used hotels and are considering managed houses for the first time, here's everything you need to know — no jargon, no assumptions.
7 Ways to Reduce Accommodation Costs Without Cutting Quality
Budget pressure doesn't have to mean worse accommodation. Here are seven proven strategies that reduce your spend while maintaining the standard your team receives.
Contractor Accommodation vs Airbnb: Why Managed Beats Self-Service
Some companies try to book Airbnbs for their teams. Here's why purpose-managed contractor accommodation works better — and where Airbnb falls short.