A DIY expert has bemoaned the trend that has seen fewer people in younger generations learn basic home improvement skills, such as the expertise taught on plumbing courses. Jason Orme, editor of Homebuilding & Renovating magazine, explained that a consumer culture has emerged in which people simply buy a new boiler if their current one […]
New research by Saga has suggested people under 35 are more likely to call in a tradesman with plumbing course qualifications than the over-50s. The study found 12 per cent of the older generation intend to try to fix leaking or cracked pipes themselves this winter, while just four per cent of younger adults will […]
A representative from the construction industry has stressed that many workers are likely to need new training to tackle low-carbon issues, which could lead to more interest in plumbing courses. The greatest challenge facing the sector is ensuring that staff have the capability to overcome such green problems, according to a spokesman for the Union […]
An education expert has suggested vocational training such as plumbing courses may be set for increased popularity next year. Craig Abrahart, operating director at notgoingtouni.co.uk, highlighted how 150,000 students were not able to secure a place at university to study for a degree and they may decide to opt for an apprenticeship or foundation qualification […]
The market for kitchen improvements is expected to pick up in the new year, according to one source, which could mean technicians with plumbing course qualifications are required. Ronnie Whelan, editor at Kitchen Bedroom Bathroom, suggested the number of celebrity chefs appearing on television in impressive kitchens has had an influence on consumer demand for […]
Homeowners have been urged to call in a professional who has taken plumbing courses if they are faced with the prospect of a daunting home improvement task, it has been claimed. About Property recommended that people do not ring the first tradesman they see advertised in the phone book and instead choose one based on […]
It can be useful to check out which plumbing courses a professional has completed to see whether they will be a competent professional, it has been claimed. The Liverpool Daily Post made this suggestion as one of several tips to finding a good plumber, with one of the other recommendations being to hire someone who […]
Engineers on plumbing courses may be able to find work on a proposed skyscraper in London nicknamed the 'Cucumber'. The 41-storey building is set to be built by the billionaire Reuben brothers at a site in Paddington Basin if it receives planning approval. Technicians who have taken plumbing courses may be required during the development […]
An increase in the number of plumbing problems experienced by homeowners has been predicted, which may lead to more work for technicians who have completed plumbing courses. Head of general insurance at M&S Andrew Ferguson noted that people can be forced to spend thousands of pounds to fix issues relating to burst or leaking pipes. […]
The importance of plumbing courses has been highlighted by an industry source, who said it can be dangerous to hire an unqualified engineer. Richard Clarke, chairman at plumbing and heating firm1st Action, described it as "critical" for homeowners and landlords to bring in a professional who knows what they are doing. He noted that carbon […]
Workers who have taken plumbing courses may find job opportunities opening up in Birmingham when a multimillion pound refurbishment takes place at the National Indoor Arena (NIA). Although the budget has not been announced, construction work is scheduled to start in summer 2011, with a source describing to BBC News how the plan is to […]
Homeowners who take on DIY tasks themselves by researching the topic – which may involve plumbing courses – could stand to save themselves some money. This is the view of Anne-Marie DeSouza, editor of Build It magazine, who pointed out that people can always ask a friend or neighbour to explain how a certain project […]
