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OFTEC webinar series supports industry transition to net zero
|Date: 3 January, 2025

OFTEC webinar series supports industry transition to net zero
A new series of webinars has been launched by OFTEC as part of the trade association’s continued commitme ...
A new series of webinars has been launched by OFTEC as part of the trade association’s continued commitment to helping technicians navigate changes in the industry as the off-grid sector transitions t ...
3 January, 2025
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A new definitive guide for roof tiling design and installation
|Date: 2 January, 2025

A new definitive guide for roof tiling design and installation
The Design and Installation Guide for Roof Tiling was published on 19 December 2024.   This new guide ha ...
The Design and Installation Guide for Roof Tiling was published on 19 December 2024.   This new guide has been written and released in partnership between the RTA (Roof Tile Association) and NFRC (Na ...
2 January, 2025
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Only 3% of England’s houses are highly energy-efficient
|Date: 28 December, 2024

Only 3% of England’s houses are highly energy-efficient
As energy costs continue to rise, Passivhaus construction provides a promising solution  Only 3% of Engl ...
As energy costs continue to rise, Passivhaus construction provides a promising solution  Only 3% of England’s houses are highly energy-efficient: Why aren’t developers embracing sustainable construct ...
28 December, 2024
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BoB completes project for a roofer who broke his back
|Date: 26 December, 2024

BoB completes project for a roofer who broke his back
Volunteer tradespeople have come together to finish a small extension at the home of a North Lanarkshire ...
Volunteer tradespeople have come together to finish a small extension at the home of a North Lanarkshire roofer who was left unable to complete the project he started after breaking his back and neck ...
26 December, 2024
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Merry Christmas from Professional Builder!
|Date: 23 December, 2024

Merry Christmas from Professional Builder!
It's that time of year, so Merry Christmas from all of us here at Professional Builder! Here's to an even ...
It's that time of year, so Merry Christmas from all of us here at Professional Builder! Here's to an even more exciting 2025! ...
23 December, 2024
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’tis the season to work overtime
|Date: 23 December, 2024

’tis the season to work overtime
Work demands will impact the opportunity for 86 per cent of tradespeople to spend time with friends and f ...
Work demands will impact the opportunity for 86 per cent of tradespeople to spend time with friends and family this festive season according to new research from Direct Line business insurance¹.  Wh ...
23 December, 2024
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Toddler receives ‘pay packet’ for helping on the job
|Date: 22 December, 2024

Toddler receives ‘pay packet’ for helping on the job
A painter has won hearts across the UK by leaving a thoughtful ‘pay packet’ for a customer’s three-year-o ...
A painter has won hearts across the UK by leaving a thoughtful ‘pay packet’ for a customer’s three-year-old son who helped him on the job. James Noll of Expressions, a vetted tradesperson on Checkatr ...
22 December, 2024
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Construction worker’s favourite biscuits revealed
|Date: 21 December, 2024

Construction worker’s favourite biscuits revealed
A new survey from electrical retailer, AO.com, has revealed which is the best biscuit to offer constructi ...
A new survey from electrical retailer, AO.com, has revealed which is the best biscuit to offer construction workers at break time. While the top ten list includes lots of familiar faces, there are som ...
21 December, 2024
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British tradespeople owed £3.5 billion in late payments
|Date: 20 December, 2024

British tradespeople owed £3.5 billion in late payments
Billions of pounds in late payments are owed to tradespeople across the UK, according to new research fro ...
Billions of pounds in late payments are owed to tradespeople across the UK, according to new research from Ford Pro. The vehicle manufacturer’s commercial division conducted the research with both tra ...
20 December, 2024
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Record breaking Lighthouse lunch raises almost £290,000 for construction families
|Date: 19 December, 2024

Record breaking Lighthouse lunch raises almost £290,000 for construction families
Construction’s top networking event of the year broke all fundraising records for the charity as supporte ...
Construction’s top networking event of the year broke all fundraising records for the charity as supporters raised almost £290,000, a staggering amount for the construction community. Held on Friday ...
19 December, 2024
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Storms Bert and Darragh underline importance of constructing wind-proof roofs, says Actis
|Date: 14 December, 2024

Storms Bert and Darragh underline importance of constructing wind-proof roofs, says Actis
Storms Bert and Darragh serve as a reminder of the importance of constructing roofs which can withstand e ...
Storms Bert and Darragh serve as a reminder of the importance of constructing roofs which can withstand extreme weather conditions, says insulation specialist Actis, whose insulating breather membrane ...
14 December, 2024
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Carhartt’s Denim Range is for men and women
|Date: 13 December, 2024

Carhartt’s Denim Range is for men and women
Resistant to wear and tear, breathable, comfortable and flexible enough for all day wear, Carhartt’s deni ...
Resistant to wear and tear, breathable, comfortable and flexible enough for all day wear, Carhartt’s denim range is designed to handle the toughest trade tasks while prioritising safety. Carhartt’s Lo ...
13 December, 2024
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Eurocell upgrades its Modus window system
|Date: 12 December, 2024

Eurocell upgrades its Modus window system
Eurocell is the first systems house to incorporate Neovyn, a low-carbon PVC resin, into its premium windo ...
Eurocell is the first systems house to incorporate Neovyn, a low-carbon PVC resin, into its premium window system, underscoring its continued commitment to sustainability. Eurocell offers several adva ...
12 December, 2024
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AG launches affordable walling solution
|Date: 12 December, 2024

AG launches affordable walling solution
AG has introduced a new retaining wall range designed to address the construction industry’s growing dema ...
AG has introduced a new retaining wall range designed to address the construction industry’s growing demand for cost conscious and environmentally friendly solutions. In response to tightening budgets ...
12 December, 2024
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Polypipe Building Products urges support for housebuilders
|Date: 11 December, 2024

Polypipe Building Products urges support for housebuilders
The Housing sector needs additional support to reach the Government’s lofty goals, argues Polypipe Buildi ...
The Housing sector needs additional support to reach the Government’s lofty goals, argues Polypipe Building Products The latest housing supply statistics from the Ministry of Housing, Communities, and ...
11 December, 2024
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Talon has it covered with its Boiler Box range
|Date: 11 December, 2024

Talon has it covered with its Boiler Box range
If you need a practical and stylish solution for concealing boiler pipework and flues, then consider Talo ...
If you need a practical and stylish solution for concealing boiler pipework and flues, then consider Talon’s new Boiler Box Covers. Designed to be both durable and convenient, the covers are made from ...
11 December, 2024
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