Able Skills News

Are you thinking about fitting your own bathroom? Find out more about the kind of plumbing skills you’ll need to complete the process.

Find out how to apply a first coat of plaster. Everything you need to know when it comes to applying a base layer of plaster to walls and ceilings

Discover why the 18th Edition is so vital to the electrical industry, and why all electricians need to understand the legislation.

The UK continues to struggle with a severe shortage of skilled workers in the construction sector. We look at the latest report from City & Guilds and data from the Construction Industry Training Board.

Whether you’re a Gas Safe registered engineer, a landlord or a homeowner, it’s important to share gas safety advice with people around you. By raising awareness, we can make a difference.

Find out everything you need to know about becoming a bricklayer, from required qualifications, to earning potential and career progression.

When Zeva decided it was time to reskill, building on her background in painting and decorating, tiling felt like a natural next step, as it’s creative and practical.

Discover the key criteria that homeowners and businesses look for when they are hiring a professional electrician.

Find out more about the earning potentials of carpenters and joiners at different stages of each career.

As the shortage of qualified gas engineers continues in the UK, the industry must adapt and ensure it is doing everything it can to attract a new generation of installers to meet demand. 

When hiring a kitchen fitter, customers weigh up several factors. Understanding what matters most to clients can help you stand out.

Learn more about the different levels of CSCS cards for construction workers, and what the requirements are for each.