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So, if you’re rightly concerned about rising water bills, how can you keep the costs down? Read on to find out.
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Birkdale Launches New Urban Slatted Panel
Birkdale, the UK’s leading manufacturer of gate and fencing accessories, has added the new Urban Slatted Composite Panel to its popular DuraPost range.
Read More »Access Equipment Returns to Growth
The Access Equipment Market experiences a rapid return in growth due to price rises and material shortages.
Read More »Brigade Electronics launches CarEYE Safety Angle Turning Assistant
Brigade Electronics – a market-leading provider of vehicle safety systems – has launched the CarEYE Safety Angle Turning Assistant.
Read More »District Cooling is Really Hot
There is a great deal of interest within many energy companies to pursue a new investment or expand their existing investment in district cooling.
Read More »Biotecture announces second recruitment drive in six months
Biotecture, a leader in UK living wall design, installation and maintenance has announced a second major recruitment drive to expand its professional maintenance team.
Read More »Snickers Workwear’s Certified Kneeguard™ PRO Knee Protection
The long-term effects of working on your knees can cause a lifetime of discomfort and restricted movement.
Read More »We Were Gobsmacked by This Young Carpenter
Thanks to Eliot: https://www.instagram.com/ejd_carpentry Thanks to MTwo: https://www.instagram.com/mtwobuildingservices Dan Cox is working with Rob & Scott from MTwo Building Services and a new young apprentice carpenter, Eliot. SHOPPING LINKS 🛒 Dan’s Roofing Square: https://www.essential-carpenter-tools.co.uk 🛒 Tracer AMK1 Deep Pencil Marker: https://amzn.to/3nlVsEr 🛒 Makita GN900SE Gas Nailer: https://amzn.to/3DggA6y 🛒 Dead On Steel Milled Hammer: https://amzn.to/2QSzQ6B 🛒 Swanson 7-inch Speed Square: https://amzn.to/3jigG5M
Read More »Boiler Replacement : Could You Save Money with Government Schemes?
Replacing a boiler in your home is typically going to be one of the most expensive costs that homeowners face, with new boilers costing anywhere from £1000 to £7000.
Read More »Bradfords Launches Training for Sustainability Champions
Bradfords Building Supplies has teamed up with a range of organisations, who are leading the way in environmental responsibility in the built environment, to train its new team of Sustainability Champions. Marshalls, Xtratherm, Polypipe, Millboard and Timloc led presentations and discussions on a range of topics at an intensive training session. Challenging the Champions to think differently about products that …
Read More »Plasterboard — Why All The Colours?
Why are there so many different types of plasterboard? Roger explains.
Read More »Spray Foam Insulation — The Ugly Truth?
Spray foam insulation in your house.. Roger explains the pros and cons. Spray foam insulation explained by the Which? Team. Also called spray polyurethane foam (SPF), it is an alternative to traditional building insulation. It’s versatile and can be used to insulate your roof, loft, walls and floor, helping to retain warmth and reduce energy costs. PROS AND CONS Spray …
Read More »What is Multifoil Insulation? — With Byron Lawson
The benefits of multifoil insulation Byron Lawson from SuperFOIL explains… 🔗 https://www.superfoil.co.uk Multifoils explained — FAQ from PBC Today So how does multifoil insulation work? It’s not magic but multifoil insulation controls the three mechanisms of heat transfer; radiation, conduction and convection. The low emissivity outer layers reflect up to 95% of infra-red radiation back into the house and prevent …
Read More »Snickers Workwear Climate Control – Baselayer Underwear
Dressing for the cold is like building a house – start with a good foundation.
Read More »Which is better, OSB or Plywood?
Roger compares and gives his opinion on the best option, ending the debate - OSB Or Plywood?
Read More »Keyfix Cavity Tray – Solving The Non-combustible Challenge
Roger demonstrates the Keyfix Non-combustible Cavity Tray System.
Read More »Important Things To Remember As A Self-Employed Electrician
Being self-employed can be an incredibly liberating feeling, knowing that you set your limits and your working hours and don’t have to answer to anyone above you.
Read More »DIY Solutions To Making Your House A Home
But what if your home isn’t a relaxing space? There are no shortages of home maintenance issues that can disrupt your alone time.
Read More »A Message to Boris at COP26
Roger is back into heat pumps and looks at the £5000 grants being offered to UK homeowners. Are £5k Grants For Heat Pumps Money Well Spent?
Read More »Putting The Spotlight On Sustainability
With the construction sector set to play a big role in reaching the Government’s net-zero targets, changes are coming in the way we approach housebuilding in the UK.
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