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- Tradespersons with approved plumbing qualifications could find that they are inundated with requests for their services if the cold snap continues. American plumber Tom Wahl from Elgin, Illinois, recently told the Courier-News that freezing weather will usually lead to problems with frozen pipes, which could potentially cause severe water damage in homes. "Usually, you need […]Read article
Gas workers could help homeowners avoid injury
Tradespersons who have taken a gas training course and are on the Gas Safe Register could find that their expertise is increasingly called upon to help with home improvement projects after a man was burned by an ignited gas leak. According to the Lancashire Telegraph, the Accrington male suffered flash burns to his face after […]Read articleCall out a pro, expert says
Read articleWorkers who have taken a plumber training course need to be consulted first in the event of a common problem experienced by many households in the winter, according to Ed del Grande. The plumbing expert, writing for HGTVPro, advised homeowners who hear a gurgling sound emanating from the bathtub when the toilet is flushed in […]
Tradespersons with approved qualifications 'should tackle frozen pipes'
Read articleWorkers who have approved plumbing qualifications are needed to ensure homeowners do not put their health at risk attempting to thaw out frozen pipes, Ace at the Curve has suggested. It was recently reported by Steamboat Today that two mobile homes in Routt County, Colorado, had been burnt down after their owners attempted to tackle […]
Heart-warming story highlights importance of plumbers
Read articleThe importance of tradespersons to society has been reinforced by a story published this week in American newspaper the Herald-Mail. According to the publication, 78 year-old widow Lillian Maggio, who is recovering from hip surgery, was facing a difficult Christmas Day after her hot water boiler started leaking, causing water damage in her garage. She […]
Homeowners urged to seek professional help
Read articleBritish homeowners should frequently seek the help of tradespersons with approved plumbing qualifications to ensure their property is best prepared for the winter weather. This is the opinion of the Co-operative Insurance, which offered a number of tips on how to weather-proof homes faced with severe weather conditions. According to the Met Office, heavy snowfall […]
DIY projects 'need workers with approved electrical qualifications'
Read articleIndustry professionals who have approved electrical qualifications should be consulted before carrying out certain DIY schemes, it has been revealed by Energex. According to company spokesperson Mike Swanston, electricity is a common hazard for home renovators as wires and cables are often well-concealed in the walls, floors or ceilings of a property. He commented that […]
Solar power industry 'would benefit from qualified professionals'
Read articleWorkers who have taken electrician training courses and have qualifications to install solar-powered devices could make a big difference to the renewable energy sector, the Iowa Office of Energy Independence has suggested. The body’s renewable energy planner Greg Watkins told Gazette Online that it is important those who are specifically trained in the installation of […]
Electrical checks could have stopped Coventry fire
Read articleTradespersons who have taken electrician training courses could find that their services become increasingly in demand after a fire tore through a Leamington printing press yesterday (December 23rd). According to the Coventry Telegraph, it is believed that an electrical fault started the blaze, which broke out at Pentagon Press at 04:15 GMT and left the […]
Electrical training courses could unlock variety of work opportunities
Read articleTradespersons who have taken electrician training courses could find themselves in demand throughout a large variety of industries, if reports from the Mirror are anything to go by. According to the publication, Rich Mence is currently working as an electrician for the West End production of Chitty Chitty Bang Bang, having to fix the flying […]
Tradespersons with approved electrical qualifications 'essential to home movers'
Industry professionals who have approved electrical, plumbing or gas qualifications could help new homeowners avoid a number of pitfalls when moving into their new house, according to Rated People. According to tradesperson recommendation service Rated People, Britons could be at risk when they buy a new property if the previous owner has performed DIY to […]Read articleProfessionals 'could help useless DIYers'
Read articleTradespersons who have taken accredited training courses could come to the rescue of a large proportion of British males who cannot carry out simple DIY tasks, according to Screwfix. Recent research by the home improvement product firm found that 60 per cent of men in the country hate DIY, while 13 per cent find it […]