The countdown is over. On October 14, 2025, Microsoft officially ends support for Windows 10. For housebuilders, this isn’t just a tech update, it’s a business-critical moment.
Whether you’re managing site teams, coordinating snagging reports, or handling customer aftercare, your systems need to be secure, fast, and future-ready. Staying on Windows 10 puts all of that at risk.
Cybersecurity in construction: A growing threat
Recent high-profile breaches have shown how expensive Cyber vulnerabilities can be.
- Jaguar Land Rover lost £50 million per week during a month-long shutdown caused by a cyberattack.
- The Co-op Group suffered a £206 million revenue hit and leaked data of 6.5 million customers after a ransomware attack.
Construction firms are increasingly targeted due to fragmented IT setups, remote site access, and legacy hardware combining to provide the perfect entry route. If your business still runs Windows 10, you’re exposed.
Is your hardware holding you back?
Windows 11 requires:
- TPM 2.0 chip
- Secure Boot
- A compatible processor (Intel 8th Gen or newer, AMD Ryzen 2000 series or newer)
Up to 40% of Windows 10 PCs don’t meet these requirements. If your site laptops or office desktops were purchased before 2018, they may already be out of date, and out of compliance.
Why it matters for housebuilders
For professionals in the housebuilding industry, staying up to date with secure, reliable systems isn’t just a nice-to-have, it’s essential. Housebuilder Pro users depend on integrated digital tools every day, whether it’s for Part L compliance, customer portal access, snagging workflows, or mobile app performance on site.
Upgrading to Windows 11 ensures these tools continue to run smoothly and securely. The new OS brings faster multitasking, helping site managers switch between tasks with ease. It also offers enhanced security to protect sensitive customer data, better battery life for mobile devices used on the go, and seamless cloud integration, ideal for remote teams and hybrid working environments.
In short, Windows 11 isn’t just a technical upgrade, it’s a foundation for more efficient, secure, and future-ready housebuilding operations.
What happens if you don’t upgrade?
After October 14:
- No more security updates
- No technical support
- Increased risk of ransomware and data loss
- Potential non-compliance with GDPR and cyber insurance policies
Even antivirus software can’t protect an unsupported OS. The safest path forward is Windows 11.
📣 Take Action Today
Don’t let outdated systems slow down your builds or expose your business. At Housebuilder Pro our team can help you through this transition.
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