July 2021

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  1. 2021 has been a big year for home improvements so far!

    2021 has been a big year for home improvements so far!

    At Able Skills Construction Training we like to keep up with trends in the industry. This year has seen a huge demand for home improvements. Likely due to people spending more time than usual at home throughout the pandemic. That time has made people want to upgrade their households equalling massive demand for tradespeople of […]

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  2. How Is The Construction Industry Recovering From Covid-19?

    How Is The Construction Industry Recovering From Covid-19?

    Like most things over the last year, the Construction Industry has been hard hit by Covid-19. This is down to the two lockdowns placed on the UK in 2020, which resulted in the overall output being down 35% throughout 2020. This decline continued into 2021 as yet another lockdown was placed on the UK. However, […]

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  3. Why this year has brought more demand for Gas Engineers!

    Why this year has brought more demand for Gas Engineers!

    Gas Engineers around the country are currently seeing a massive increase in the demand for their skills. New Gas Engineers are needed desperately and will be welcomed by plenty of work, opportunities and an ever increasing average salary. Additionally, there are shifts in the industry that suggests even more demand is coming… If you are […]

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  4. Student Stories, Scott, Plumbing

    Student Stories, Scott, Plumbing

    Peoples reasons for wanting to freshen up their careers are always unique. During the course of the pandemic and throughout the seemingly endless lockdowns that the UK has endured people have been trying to come up with ideas for a new career. Here at Able Skills, we would encourage anyone who is considering a career […]

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  5. How tradespeople can promote their business online!

    How tradespeople can promote their business online!

    Everybody is constantly on some form of social media. However, it can be difficult to know how to make the most of a social platform for your business. Social media is one of the best advertising tools that you can utilise as a tradesperson. It’s cost-effective and cheaper to use than traditional marketing tools and […]

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  6. The Dangers Of Faulty Wiring

    The Dangers Of Faulty Wiring

    Did you know that the second most common source of accidental fires in homes across the UK is down to faulty wires and appliances? This is why it is so important that those who are working in the industry have all the relevant skills and qualifications behind them. Here at Able Skills, we can teach […]

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  7. The Electrical industry is thriving! But why are there so few female electricians?

    The Electrical industry is thriving! But why are there so few female electricians?

    Able Skills has been providing Electrician training courses for many years. During that time we have seen a lot of shifts in the industry and new technology. Nobody could have expected the pandemic. However, one thing that hasn’t seemed to change is the lack of female electricians. Numbers are on the rise not just in […]

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  8. Students Stories, Kirk, Plumbing

    Students Stories, Kirk, Plumbing

    With the UK currently finding itself in the middle of a “Skills Shortage.” A lot of people are starting to consider carrying out work around the house themselves. However, some may have little or no knowledge in the area that they need the work done. Kirk found himself in that exact situation. He needed Plumbing […]

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  9. What Is A "Skills Shortage"?

    What Is A "Skills Shortage"?

    The UK currently finds itself in the grips of a Skills Shortage as construction job vacancies hit a 20 year high. But a lot of you may be wondering, what is a skills shortage? In this article, we will try to answer any questions you might have and highlight why this is an amazing opportunity […]

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  10. Student Stories, Amandeep-Plumbing

    Student Stories, Amandeep-Plumbing

    Here at Able Skills we often welcome students through our doors who are looking to change their careers. Over the last year, we have seen this even more. Peoples reasons for wanting a fresh start to their working life are always unique, for one person it may be a financial decision and for another, it […]

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  11. Top 10 places to work as an Electrician or Plumber in 2021!

    Top 10 places to work as an Electrician or Plumber in 2021!

    Here at Able Skills we have been teaching Electrician training courses, Plumbing courses and other training for many years! During that time we have seen plenty of shifts within the industry, however nobody could have expected the changes that 2020 brought. Now, as we lift restrictions and get life back to normal the demand for […]

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  12. Learn How To Transform Your Home At Able Skills!

    Learn How To Transform Your Home At Able Skills!

    Over the last year, we have all spent a lot of time at home. Of course, this is down to the various lockdowns that the UK has had to endure due to the Pandemic and it has resulted in some people wanting to freshen up the interior of their homes. Of course, you can hire […]

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