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LIXIL Releases Study on Economic Impact of America’s Skilled Labor Shortage

Written by LIXIL | Jul 24, 2026

The skilled trade shortage continues to be a problem all over the world. As the previous generation retires, we are seeing the ripple effects across construction, manufacturing, and critical infrastructure. 

But what about the broader economic impact of this shortage?

We commissioned the study “Blocked Pipes: The Economic Consequences of Skilled Worker Shortages,” to uncover the real cost of this gap in the United States.

The findings are clear: increases in the plumbing labor supply could save an estimated $1.27 billion annually in plumbing-related costs

Explore our new website for key economic insights, details on our programs and ways we are building the future of the trades: https://landing.lixil.com/blocked-pipes