Plumbing courses could soon be in demand across the country after a scheme was introduced in Wales that could have implications for the rest of the UK. Newly-built properties including houses, flats and care homes in Wales will now be required to have sprinkler systems fitted in case of fire, Plumbing Park reports. If the […]
Plumbing course trainees may find themselves putting in plenty of specialist baths over the coming months, according to one expert. Grahame Morrison of KBB News said lots of British homeowners are taking inspiration from continental European bathrooms when designing their own and adding extra features for luxury. As bathrooms abroad tend to be larger, Mr […]
People with disabilities should not be put off taking plumbing courses, as there is every chance they will be perfectly capable of learning the skills. While the traditional image of a plumber would probably be of someone without any limiting disorders, some young professionals are aiming to change the public perception. Robert Ainsley-Raffel, 25, took […]
Tradesmen with plumbing course qualifications may encounter more bathroom designs involving wood in 2011, according to one expert. Cheryl Gurner, creative director of Bathrooms International, claimed many consumers may opt for the Bostonian beach house effect, which involves using coloured timber panels on the walls. She explained that this kind of style looks good with […]
Technicians who have taken plumbing courses could find they have more employment opportunities as a result of the re-launch of the Warm Front initiative. The government programme delivers assistance to people who are struggling to keep their homes temperate. Grants are available for improvements to heating systems, which could involve engineers with plumbing course training […]
Individuals whose dream job it is to be a plumber and who are trying to break into the field should get well prepared with plumbing courses. Charlie Ball, deputy director of research at the Higher Education Careers Services Unit, said those who wish to follow their dreams and get a job that they really want […]
Two Grimsby plumbing course attendees have showed their skill to progress in a pair of trade competitions. According to the Grimsby Telegraph, Tom King and Tim Coney are through to the finals of Hip-Ex and SkillPlumb UK, with the contests due to take place in May and June 2011 respectively. "I was over the moon […]
Homeowners have been offered a series of recommendations regarding improvements around the house and garden that could be carried out by engineers who have completed plumbing courses. Writing for the Independent Online, Don McAlistair described how it is important to plan ahead when designing a bathroom, particularly if it is going to be used by […]
People who have finished a plumbing course may be needed to help with the construction of homes as part of a new government scheme. In order to boost the amount of properties being built in the UK, housing minister Grant Shapps has announced six locations which will lead the build now, pay later initiative. The […]
People who are currently taking a plumbing course in the UK could soon be finding work on one of the new projects announced by Bellway. The home construction company has announced that following an upturn in the market it has revised its estimated figures for the coming year. Following an increase to selling levels and […]
Technicians who have completed plumbing courses could come across a new invention called a kibosh more often. The inventor of the item, which can be clamped over a burst pipe to stop it gushing water, recently spoke to the Southern Reporter after winning a business innovation competition. Ross Dickinson explained that the gadget is a […]
Technicians who have completed plumbing courses could see new work opportunities appearing as the warmer months approach, if one company is to be believed. Trade Plumbing suggested that more people may consider replacing their domestic heating system during spring and summer, since they have less need for their radiators during that time. Engineers with plumbing […]
