The Skill Builder team heads to Herefordshire to see the incredible buildings near the Welsh border, focusing on the often overlooked, but skilled craftsmen who built these structures. While famous architects like Sir Christopher Wren are credited with designs, the labourers remain forgotten. Highlights include the tomb of Sir Richard Pembridge, a knight from the Battle of Crécy, crafted in alabaster, and the intricate carvings found in local churches. Roger also visits the SAS memorial in Hereford, honouring fallen soldiers.

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Roger has a solution for your shower drain smells, that is surprisingly simple.

The rollout of a data-sharing agreement between Common Assessment Standard providers means the benefits of qualifying for the scheme are greater than ever.

This is the Kieren Messenger episode. He sneaks two questions into this edition of ASB and sends some lovely video clips showing his huge problem in the extension of the Messenger household.

Further reading 👇 🔗 UK Government Building Regulations – Approved Document A (Structure) https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/structure-approved-document-a The official PDF outlines the structural requirements, including lateral support for walls and the handling of wind pressures. 🔗 Helifix – Wall Tie Replacement and Masonry Repair Solutions https://helifix.co.uk Provides detailed solutions and product specifications for identifying and correcting wall tie failures and reinforcing masonry. _____________________ …

Heat Geek House 👇 Live Data https://skill-builder.uk/heatgeek ___________________________________________ 🔥 Heat Geek – @HeatGeek https://www.heatgeek.com ◾ Vaillant aroTHERM plus Air Source Heat Pump @VaillantUK https://www.vaillant.co.uk/product-systems/heat-pumps/arotherm-plus ___________________________________________ Summary 🔧 From Frustration to Functionality: Initially, the homeowner’s heat pump was a failure—freezing up, noisy, inefficient, and poorly installed. It even led them to consider reverting to gas heating. 🌡️ Tailored System = Game …

👇CHECK OUT OUR OTHER GUIDES https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLvRh7uimDQfddLu9kc-cCSBds9xNeoUiU Summary 🏗 Preparation & Assessment: The presenter inspects the chimney stack and explains the damage. The cement pointing had failed due to frost, leading to loose mortar and bricks. 🔨 Chasing Out Mortar: The old mortar is removed using a grinder and chisel, ensuring a clean depth of 20-25mm for reporting. 🏠 Lime vs. …

Oldfield Forge is a renowned blacksmithing workshop in Herefordshire, offering hands-on experiences that bring the ancient craft of blacksmithing to life.

The medieval Winchester Cathedral was constructed on peat, a poor foundation choice due to its proximity to the royal palace and river Itchen, which eased material transport. Builders used elm logs to create a raft-like base...