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- I have been in the Air force for 22 years as an Engineer and have decided to resettle and spend some quality time at home now. When I am home, I enjoy DIY and believe Carpentry to be a good basis for having a good grounding of all trades and I find it relaxing to […]Read article
Painting & Decorating C&G 6217 03 4 Week CoursesReview
Having been made redundant from a career in the IT recruitment industry I trained and started my own business as a Gardener.I have decided to take a second career option as work comes to a standstill over the winter period and I am generally out of work between November and February which is an expensive […]Read article3 Week Gas Safe Course Review
I have already trained with Able Skills for my Plumbing Level 2 Qualification. What I liked most about Able Skills was the nice friendly office staff and the fact you are able to turn up to their Centre unannounced for a tour of the facility. My Tutor was Darren for the Gas Training, he explains […]Read articleLadderLimb proving its worth as a valuable piece of kit
Read articleLadderLimb, the pioneering “third hand on the ladder” for tradesmen, is gaining more and more plaudits among the professional community.
Apprenticeship recruitment drive launched in North West
Read articleA partnership of housing associations and construction firms have launched a recruitment drive for more than 20 apprentices in the north west of England.
Redcar caretakers gain new skills through NVQs
Read articleThree caretakers for a housing and regeneration company can now undertake plastering and decorating work as part of their jobs, after gaining NVQ qualifications.
Everbuild hails huge successes at Totally trade shows
Read articleEverbuild has hailed the huge successes of its new and existing adhesives and fillers at the Totally trade shows held in February.
Assessing the impact of Ecobuild 2013
Read articleIndustry leaders have been looking back at Ecobuild 2013, the top sustainable building tradeshow that took place in London at the beginning of March.
Figures show worrying fall in working skilled tradesmen
Read articleNew figures are showing that Britain could be facing a worrying shortage of skilled construction tradesmen, due to the effects of the recession.
BHETA preparing for spring forums
Read articleThe British Home Enhancement Trades Association is preparing for its spring forums focusing on DIY and housewares.
Warmup wins ISO certification for underfloor heating systems
Read articleLondon-based underfloor heating specialists, Warmup, are celebrating achieving ISO 9001:2008 certification.
Photographer retrains to become professional plumber
Read articleA Cambridgeshire photographer has retrained as a plumber to add some variety and ease to his professional life.