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Anybody who wants to improve their DIY skills could think about taking plumbing courses, according to one sector expert. As well as being able to carry out work around the house, individuals can pass on such knowledge to their children when they are old enough to help, stated assistant editor of Homebuilding and Renovating Magazine […]
People have been advised against trying to fit certain appliances themselves by an industry body, which could lead to more professionals signing up for gas courses. The Gas Safe Register suggested only registered engineers should be brought in to install fittings, as there is a lot of scope for error with disastrous consequences. In comments […]
More needs to be done to encourage youngsters to undertake training, according to the EDI, which could lead to a higher uptake on carpentry courses. Nigel Snook, chief executive of the qualifications awarding body, made his comments after the release of a survey carried out by the organisation alongside the CBI, which showed that employers […]
Decorating courses could see more attendees if consumers take the advice of one DIY expert, who has suggested it could be cheaper for people to learn such skills than to keep on paying people to carry them out. Melanie Griffith, assistant editor at Homebuilding and Renovating Magazine, suggested passion for undertaking improvements in the home […]
There could be more demand for gas courses soon after the Scottish government advised that people wanting to take part in its boiler scrappage scheme must use a registered professional. Starting from May 24th, up to 5,000 households will be able to apply for a grant of £400 to go towards the cost of a […]
The economic recovery could see demand for skilled workers increase, according to the Confederation of British Industry (CBI), which may lead to a greater need for workers who have undertaken plumbing courses. Director-general of the industry body Richard Lambert made his comments after the CBI published a survey, which indicated 51 per cent of employers […]
There may be more demand for bricklaying courses in the north-west of England after it was confirmed that the construction of a retail park in Rossendale was confirmed to be restarting. Hurstwood Developments went into administration in September 2008 and work on the New Hall Hey complex had to be stopped, explained Crain’s Manchester Business. […]
Engineers who have completed electrical courses could see a surge in demand, since one construction source has suggested that security lights may improve the security of individuals’ gardens. Melanie Griffiths, assistant editor of Homebuilding and Renovating Magazine, pointed out that some indoor lighting systems simulate people being in the house and a similar technique can […]
We are all aware just how important electricians and plumbers are when the lights go out or a pipe springs a leak! The Construction trade services workforce are the unsung heroes that keep homes and businesses up and running with vital systems essential to everyday existence!Climate issues and the growth of the use of the […]
The costs associated with installing green technology are discouraging people from hiring professionals who have taken plumbing courses to fit such equipment. This is the opinion of John Tebbit, industry affairs director at the Construction Products Association, who made his comments in response to research at Sustainability Now. A poll at the event found 72 […]
