New local lockdowns across Greater Manchester, Bradford, Calderdale and Kirklees may have left you unsure about who can come into your home now. Here are the rules that apply to tradespeople undertaking work in your home.
Reviews can be a great way to gauge a company's services, as they come direct from customers. However, they can also be written at times of challenge and may not always reflect the full story so how useful are they? Here is our guide to using reviews in context as a useful assessment of customer service and workmanship.
The new Green Homes Grant will make big energy efficiency projects like double glazing and insulation more affordable but did you know that there are many things you could be doing right now to conserve energy that are free or relatively low cost?
It may be summer but we're already planning for our busiest period - autumn and winter. We are starting to recruit for gas and plumbing engineers as well as call centre staff. Here's how to apply.
Strict covid-19 rules at the start of lockdown were restrictive but simple to understand. Now that restrictions are relaxing, there is an element of personal judgement around whether to go ahead with non-urgent jobs in the home. So, how can you be confident in moving forward with getting things fixed and even proactive home improvement projects while still in the grip of a pandemic?
Thus far we have focused on emergency repairs and boiler servicing but we're pleased to announce that we are now offering a full range of all our services - subject to our usual covid-19 working practices of course, including use of PPE and hand sanitiser, and social distancing. So, if a dripping tap or a temperamental toilet has been driving you mad, or you just want to do some proactive maintenance or home improvement such as a powerflush or having a new shower installed, you can now get that sorted!
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If you have a water meter you may find your bills going up during lockdown due to everyone being at home much more. Even if you're not on a meter, it makes sense to conserve water - especially during the summer months. Here are a few ways you can do that.
Boiler services are recommended every year but, unlike an MOT, they're not compulsory. So, are they as important as the industry says and what, exactly, happens during a boiler service?
Why drain cleaning needs to be part of your deep cleaning, or even regular cleaning, routine. How to keep them clear, including some DIY remedies that you can make from store cupboard ingredients.
Boiler servicing is non-urgent but it is essential. Now that you CAN have boiler servicing done during lockdown, is it something that you SHOULD be doing? We take a look at the case for going ahead with it, if it is due.
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