Skill Builder Guides & reviews for building and construction

Roger is going to show us how to solder copper pipes like a pro... Soldering copper pipework is a common method used in plumbing to create strong, leak-free joints. The process involves heating the copper pipe and fitting to a temperature where solder, a metal alloy with a low melting point, can flow into the joint through capillary action.

Roger takes a look at the increased prices of fuel in 2022 - What can we do about the cost of living crisis that will hit us this coming Autumn? In 2022, heating bills and fuel prices saw significant increases due to several global and economic factors. Here’s a breakdown of what happened:

Roger looks at the very common problem - Your house cracking, as a result of building on clay and why most should be left untreated. London is a hotspot for clay-related subsidence. Many properties in Greater London are built on London Clay, which is a highly shrinkable soil type and susceptible to changes in volume caused by high water content.

Emperor Masonry Paint is a technically advanced, super hydrophobic, silicone-based masonry paint for use on brick, stone or rendered exterior masonry walls. The waterproof and highly breathable formulation has been independently tested and certified to withstand harsh weather conditions for a minimum of 25 years, without peeling or flaking. This makes it the most durable masonry paint available today in the UK.

The Bobeka camper van conversion kit is a unique concept to convert a functional commercial vehicle or MPV, into a purposeful micro or van camper. Designed as an affordable, quick and easy, in and out operation. Using materials which are both hard wearing and sustainable, helping you to be on the road and off to your adventures in no time. An effortless solution to help you realise your travel dreams.

Roger has a chat with Ross and Vicky about the roof problems they have been experiencing after recently installing windows..

Panasonic EY76A1LJ2G 18V 2×5.0Ah Smart BL Impact Driver Kit 🛒 https://www.powertoolworld.co.uk/panasonic-ey76a1x-dual-voltage-14-4v-18v-impact-driver-body-only The Panasonic EY76A1X 18V Smart BL Impact Driver Bare Unit is a next-generation impact driver available now. A compact, lightweight body combining durability and speed to make one of the most efficient impact drivers on the market. The Smart BL technology along with a new airflow design combine to …

The Building Crafts College has a long tradition of delivering high-quality education training in building crafts and building conservation. The emphasis of the work is to give all students the opportunity to reach their full potential and the expectations of the students are high.

Roger and Mike discuss the quality of the Heat Pump Training offered by one of the major players in the air source heat pump space.