Skill Builder Guides & reviews for building and construction
Before he pitches the roof on our new extension series, James shows us a quick 2-minute tip for getting a super straight string line.
Read More »Straight String Line Trick ~ 2-Minute Tip
Rain & Snow Delay Brickies ~ How To Build An Extension #6
Rain and snow delays force James onto the blockwork in part 6 of our 2 storey extension series.
Read More »How to Lay Underfloor Heating in a Screed
Roger shows us how he installs radiant underfloor heating in a screed.
Read More »Is This The Future of Plumbing?
Roger installs a bathroom using an Abacus pre-plumbed working wall. Could this be the future of plumbing?
Read More »Fitting CaberDek ~ How To Build An Extension #5
James & Ian show us how to install Norbord CaberDek in part 4 of our How To Build An Extension series.
Read More »DO NOT Fit a Shower Tray Until You’ve Watched This
Roger tells us why when you fit a shower tray, bedding your shower tray on tile adhesive is not a good idea and can cause big problems.
Read More »Windposts & Joists ~ How To Build An Extension #4
James has been delayed by an unexpected request, see how he overcomes this latest challenge.
Read More »Dealing With Damp and Condensation
Roger is joined by damp cure expert Mostyn Neylon-Witham from Hull-based Dovedale Dampcure Services.
Read More »Stop Your Hands & Feet Getting Cold
Roger is still in his snowy garden in Surrey, staying warm with the amazing tips that he picked up during his time spent with the fishermen of Norway.
Read More »Simple Trick for Warm Feet ~ 2-Minute Tip
Roger's back with a timely 2-minute tip that'll keep your feet nice and warm for the price of a snack.
Read More »Laying the Blocks ~ How To Build An Extension #3
James has the guys from B W Brickwork in to speed up the blockwork and get some visual progress.
Read More »Stop Condensation in Your Loft ~ Ventilation & Vapour Control
Roger shows you how to stop condensation in your loft and get the vapour under control to combat this age-old problem.
Read More »Concrete Oversite ~ How To Build An Extension #2
The guys hire a mini crusher to make use of the mountain of rubble, ready for concrete pouring.
Read More »Will a Construction Products Regulator Make Homes Safe?
The arrival of the new national construction products regulator, set up to ensure homes are built from safe materials sounds like good news, right?
Read More »How To Build An Extension #1 ~ Ground Work
A new project with James King and The Supreme Finishing Company. Ian and James are carrying out the groundwork in the bitterly cold winter.
Read More »How To Fit Skirting Boards Like a Pro
James King shows us how he likes to fit skirting boards in this quick guide.
Read More »COWBOY BUILDERS (and my part in their downfall)
Roger discusses cowboy plumbers and cowboy builders and looks back at his time on the BBC with Watchdog and Rogue Traders.
Read More »Stay Warm For Less ~ Home Energy Saving Tips
This one from the archive sees Roger with some useful energy-saving tips.
Read More »Health and Safety Gone Mad? Roger’s Rant
Time for another rant from Roger, cliché warning, it's health and safety gone mad!
Read More »Multi Tool Showdown! Review of 9 Best Oscillating Tools
Multi Tool Showdown featuring 9 of the best cordless oscillating multitools. Buy The 9 Best Oscillating Tools 🛒 Bosch GOP 18 V-28: https://amzn.to/2U2trDU 🛒 Bosch GOP 18 V-28 kit: https://bit.ly/382wOmc 🛒 DeWalt DCS356N 18v XR Multi-Tool (body only): https://amzn.to/3pEmbNa 🛒 DeWalt DCS356 18v XR Multi-Tool Kit: https://amzn.to/2IIvs67 🛒 FEIN Multimaster 700 (body only): https://bit.ly/2VVIIHP 🛒 FEIN Multimaster 700 Kit: https://bit.ly/33TYg3e …
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