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Practising a trade in tiling can be a rewarding career, both moneywise and in terms of job satisfaction. As one of the oldest trades, that began with mosaics of ancient times, tiling involves everything from design, right up to the end product of a fully tiled bathroom, kitchen or floor. The majority of tiling work […]
Part P coursesallow electricians to carry out electrical work legally without having to notify building control. They will be able to issue an Electrical Installation Certificate once the work is complete, which complies with building control requirements. An electrician who is Part P registered is much more likely to gain extra work, as householders are […]
Whether you are already established as a tradesman, or whether you want to add a new skill to your DIY set, there is always scope for adding a new string to your construction bow. Those who undertake construction work as a DIY venture can always afford to keep abreast of new legislation and heath and […]
After a career where every day is the same, many people consider retraining to enter into the construction industry, due to its flexibility, earnings potential and variety. There are countless different trades available, including plumbing, electrics, carpentry, bricklaying and plastering; there are also some specialist up-and-coming trades, for example renewable energy installation. It is not […]
Upon leaving the army, some people may feel a little overwhelmed at the concept of having to start again. Quite often, army leavers choose to learn a new trade, and construction and seeing a project progress from start to finish can be a very fulfilling choice. Another reason why people choose to learn a trade […]
PlasteringAble Skills is now offering plastering qualifications up to City & Guilds Level 3 diploma and NVQ Level 3.Able Skills has been teaching plastering and certificating students for 10 years and has two fantastic plastering instructors in Jo (who comes from a generation of plasterers) and Spencer, with years of industry knowledge between them. Able […]
We currently have a lot of forces guys completing their electrical resettlement training with Able skills. They are achieving their level 2 and level 3 2330 electrical courses. This will then enable them to achieve their 2382 17th edition wiring regulations, 2377 portable appliance testing, 2392 inspection & testing and the 2394 & 2395, which […]
If you want to make your home improvement skills better, then consider taking up a DIY course. Not only will this help you do more things around the house without the cost of calling in external help but, more importantly, it will ensure that these odd jobs are undertaken safely without the risk of damage […]
DIY can be enjoyable, confidence building and economical. However if it goes wrong it can also be costly and frustrating, especially when it is done by someone who finds it difficult. In order to ensure that the results are always good, it is important to gain some experience and knowledge before starting a project. Some […]
Tradesmen who have undertaken gas training have excellent earnings potential. Qualified gas tradesmen are in short demand, and as gas is so widely used in homes and commercial buildings throughout the country, those who are properly trained can really benefit from this demand. Poorly-finished gas work can be dangerous and costly – gas leaks can […]
