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Condensation is often misunderstood and, as a result, not treated correctly in many homes and buildings.

Roger watches Kirk Johnstone, the plasterer from On The Trowel, do his own plumbing!

China's control over crucial resources like lithium and cobalt, coupled with their advanced manufacturing capabilities, positions them at the forefront of the global EV industry.

The Chinese electric cars you can buy today: more EV for less cash?

Roger gets a lesson in plastering from Kirk Johnstone, the plasterer behind YouTube channel On The Trowel.

Special thanks to Surrey Bespoke Construction https://www.surreybespoke.co.uk Tel: 01737 448101 ___________________________ Extension Build 2024 | The Times They Are A-Changin’ In 2024, the United Kingdom saw significant changes in its building regulations, marking a pivotal shift towards more sustainable, energy-efficient construction practices. These changes come as part of the government’s broader initiative to tackle climate change and reduce the country’s …

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Roger has a chat with Police Superintendent Andrew Huddleston about tool theft. Andrew is Head of the National Rural Crime Unit / National Construction Agriculture Theft Team and NPCC lead: Theft of Construction & Agri Machinery. National Rural Crime Network 🔗https://nationalruralcrimenetwork.net National Police Chiefs’ Council 🔗https://www.npcc.police.uk Northumbria Police 🔗http://northumbria.police.uk ________________________________ Superintendent Andrew Huddleston, Head of the National Rural Crime Unit, …

Newsletter ▶ https://skill-builder.uk/signup ◀ Check out Builder’s Tee: https://www.builders-tee.com/ Damp problems in a single brick skin house – Seeking expert advice! Our message from Rachel: I am writing to you today for advice on a persistent damp problem in our old house. We live in a single brick terrace house in Hanover, Brighton built in the 1800s on a timber …

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Newsletter ▶ https://skill-builder.uk/signup ◀ Kamran wants to know if this £400,000 house is good value. Here is the property in question: https://www.rightmove.co.uk/properties/141434459 _________________________________ Here’s our message from Kamran: I am one of your subscribers. First, thanks for such interesting videos. I am learning massively. My Situation: I am FTB. I have no previous experience, but I have seen so many …

Newsletter ▶ https://skill-builder.uk/signup ◀ Roger loves working and needs to feed his holiday addiction. Working beyond the average retirement age in the UK can be influenced by a variety of factors, with both economic and personal dimensions playing a part. Here’s why someone might choose or need to work longer, along with the benefits this can offer: Economic Factors • …

https://j-strut.com ◾ J-STRUT is a temporary steel prop that height adjusts safely, quickly and effortlessly using a cordless impact wrench. 📪 Newsletter: http://skill-builder.uk/signup Roger revisits Meadvale Builders to help support a load-bearing wall for a room knock-through. Check out Meadvale Builders: https://www.mybuilder.com/profile/view/meadvale_builders Tel: 01737 227009

📪 Newsletter: http://skill-builder.uk/signup Roger helps his neighbour figure out a fault the British Gas engineer failed to spot. ________________________________________ A systematic approach to fault finding is essential when tackling electrical issues in central heating systems that cause fuses to trip. This process not only identifies the underlying cause of the problem but also ensures safety and system efficiency. Here’s a …

📪 Newsletter: http://skill-builder.uk/signup Roger looks at a new build in Waregem, Belgium, to see how they do things. ________________________________________ Building techniques reflect the practices, materials, and methods employed in the construction of buildings. These techniques vary significantly across countries due to climate, available resources, cultural influences, and technological advancements. Construction Materials Belgium’s construction materials have historically included brick and stone, …