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Why Is Your Double Glazing Misting Up? 10 Things Homeowners Should Know Before Replacing Their Windows
Maintenance & Care

Why Is Your Double Glazing Misting Up? 10 Things Homeowners Should Know Before Replacing Their Windows

You wake up on a cold morning and notice that one of your windows...

Ahmed Mahamed · 13 min read
Working in an Occupied Home: 10 Ways Tradespeople Can Reduce Disruption and Keep Customers Happy
Tips & Tricks

Working in an Occupied Home: 10 Ways Tradespeople Can Reduce Disruption and Keep Customers Happy

You're halfway through a bathroom renovation. The old bathroom has been stripped out, materials...

Ahmed Mahamed · 12 min read
Why Is Your Central Heating Making Noise? 10 Possible Causes and What to Check
Troubleshooting

Why Is Your Central Heating Making Noise? 10 Possible Causes and What to Check

You turn the heating on. A few minutes later, you hear a knocking sound...

Ahmed Mahamed · 13 min read
Is Your Trade Business Too Dependent on One Customer? 10 Warning Signs and How to Reduce the Risk
Business Growth

Is Your Trade Business Too Dependent on One Customer? 10 Warning Signs and How to Reduce the Risk

Imagine you're a self-employed electrician. For the past two years, most of your work...

Ahmed Mahamed · 13 min read
Slate, Clay or Concrete Roof Tiles? 10 Things to Consider Before Replacing Your Roof
Buying Guides

Slate, Clay or Concrete Roof Tiles? 10 Things to Consider Before Replacing Your Roof

Your roof has reached the point where repairs are becoming more frequent. Perhaps tiles...

Ahmed Mahamed · 13 min read
Should Tradespeople Use Subcontractors? 10 Things to Consider Before Bringing Other Trades Onto a Job
Trade Insights

Should Tradespeople Use Subcontractors? 10 Things to Consider Before Bringing Other Trades Onto a Job

You've been asked to quote for a complete bathroom renovation. The plumbing and installation...

Ahmed Mahamed · 13 min read
How to Prevent Frozen Pipes This Winter: 10 Things Every Homeowner Should Check
Seasonal Advice

How to Prevent Frozen Pipes This Winter: 10 Things Every Homeowner Should Check

Winter can put your home's plumbing under considerable pressure. As temperatures fall, water inside...

Ahmed Mahamed · 12 min read
Should You Take On an Apprentice? 10 Things Tradespeople Need to Consider Before Hiring
Training & Qualifications

Should You Take On an Apprentice? 10 Things Tradespeople Need to Consider Before Hiring

You've been running your trade business for several years. The diary is getting busier,...

Ahmed Mahamed · 13 min read
Could Your Home Contain Asbestos? 10 Places to Check Before Starting Renovation Work
Safety

Could Your Home Contain Asbestos? 10 Places to Check Before Starting Renovation Work

You're planning to renovate an older property. Perhaps you're removing a dated ceiling finish,...

Ahmed Mahamed · 13 min read
The Job Is Finished but You Haven't Been Paid: 10 Ways Tradespeople Can Protect Their Cash Flow
Business Growth

The Job Is Finished but You Haven't Been Paid: 10 Ways Tradespeople Can Protect Their Cash Flow

You've completed the installation. The customer has inspected the work, everything is functioning as...

Ahmed Mahamed · 13 min read
How to Choose a Bathroom Extractor Fan: 10 Things to Consider Before Buying
Buying Guides

How to Choose a Bathroom Extractor Fan: 10 Things to Consider Before Buying

You've just finished having a shower. The mirror is covered in condensation, the windows...

Ahmed Mahamed · 12 min read
The Materials Haven't Arrived: 10 Ways Tradespeople Can Avoid Delays, Wasted Time and Unexpected Costs
Tips & Tricks

The Materials Haven't Arrived: 10 Ways Tradespeople Can Avoid Delays, Wasted Time and Unexpected Costs

You've arranged a full day's work. The customer has cleared the room, your tools...

Ahmed Mahamed · 12 min read