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  • In A Jam: connecting tradespeople with people in need

    |Date: 24 June, 2025
    In A Jam: connecting tradespeople with people in need

    In A Jam: connecting tradespeople with people in need

    In A Jam is connecting property owners in distress with tradespeople who can come to their rescue. In any ...

    In A Jam is connecting property owners in distress with tradespeople who can come to their rescue. In any given working week there are literally tens of thousands of emergency call outs to contractors ...

    24 June, 2025
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  • Bring it on: Sika UK unveils campaign to shine a light on nation’s tradespeople

    |Date: 10 June, 2025
    Bring it on: Sika UK unveils campaign to shine a light on nation's tradespeople

    Bring it on: Sika UK unveils campaign to shine a light on nation’s tradespeople

    Chemical construction company, Sika UK has launched a new, integrated brand campaign putting tradespeople ...

    Chemical construction company, Sika UK has launched a new, integrated brand campaign putting tradespeople at the heart of the story. The chemical construction company specialises in sealing, bonding, ...

    10 June, 2025
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  • The must-have tool for builders

    |Date: 26 December, 2024
    The must-have tool for builders

    The must-have tool for builders

    Will Jing of HIKMICRO explains why thermal imaging cameras have become a must-have tool for builders.   F ...

    Will Jing of HIKMICRO explains why thermal imaging cameras have become a must-have tool for builders.   For builders working across repair, maintenance and improvement projects, staying ahead of the c ...

    26 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

    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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  • Introducing the Red Gorilla® Versatile™: A Revolutionary multi-purpose spot board!

    |Date: 16 October, 2024
    Introducing the Red Gorilla® Versatile™: A Revolutionary multi-purpose spot board!

    Introducing the Red Gorilla® Versatile™: A Revolutionary multi-purpose spot board!

    For over two decades, British-designed Red Gorilla® equipment has been trusted across a wide range of ind ...

    For over two decades, British-designed Red Gorilla® equipment has been trusted across a wide range of industries, known for its durability, versatility, and innovative design. Over the years, Red Gori ...

    16 October, 2024
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  • Tom Skinner enlisted to give tradespeople warm welcome

    |Date: 30 April, 2024
    Tom Skinner enlisted to give tradespeople warm welcome

    Tom Skinner enlisted to give tradespeople warm welcome

    Research from Ford Pro reveals that 50% of tradespeople admit to working harder in the homes of friendlie ...

    Research from Ford Pro reveals that 50% of tradespeople admit to working harder in the homes of friendlier hosts and are more likely to return. New research from Ford Pro has unveiled something the UK ...

    30 April, 2024
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  • Six tips to help tradespeople manage their waiting lists

    |Date: 27 April, 2024
    Six tips to help tradespeople manage their waiting lists

    Six tips to help tradespeople manage their waiting lists

    Research by IronmongeryDirect found that the average waiting list for a UK tradesperson is five weeks. St ...

    Research by IronmongeryDirect found that the average waiting list for a UK tradesperson is five weeks. Staff shortages (28%), finding staff with the right skillset (16%) and delays with parts (17%) ar ...

    27 April, 2024
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  • Fischer launches new nail gun

    |Date: 19 April, 2024
    Fischer launches new nail gun

    Fischer launches new nail gun

    A new level of efficiency for fastenings in wood, how fischer describes its latest tool The fischer FGW 9 ...

    A new level of efficiency for fastenings in wood, how fischer describes its latest tool The fischer FGW 90F setting tool allows nails to be processed quickly, safely and easily in wood. Using the powe ...

    19 April, 2024
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  • Builders revealed as third highest-paid tradespeople in the UK

    |Date: 2 February, 2024
    Builders revealed as third highest-paid tradespeople in the UK

    Builders revealed as third highest-paid tradespeople in the UK

    A UK study has revealed that builders are the third highest-paid tradespeople in the industry, with worke ...

    A UK study has revealed that builders are the third highest-paid tradespeople in the industry, with workers in Plymouth having over £29,000 expendable income after cost-of-living expenses.   The avera ...

    2 February, 2024
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  • There’s a £1.2 billion cost for friendship according to Direct Line 

    |Date: 18 December, 2023
    There's a £1.2 billion cost for friendship according to Direct Line 

    There’s a £1.2 billion cost for friendship according to Direct Line 

    Tradespeople lose on average over £1,400 each year doing work for free or at reduced rates, more than the ...

    Tradespeople lose on average over £1,400 each year doing work for free or at reduced rates, more than the average cost of a Premier League season ticket   Combined cost to tradespeople estimated at £1 ...

    18 December, 2023
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  • Zone Out! What will the ULEZ Expansion mean for the Industry?

    |Date: 14 November, 2023
    Zone Out! What will the ULEZ Expansion mean for the Industry?

    Zone Out! What will the ULEZ Expansion mean for the Industry?

    © tktktk / Adobe Stock The latest episode of the Professional Builder podcast explores the ULEZ expansion ...

    © tktktk / Adobe Stock The latest episode of the Professional Builder podcast explores the ULEZ expansion and its impact on tradespeople and builders’ merchants There has been concerns raised amongst ...

    14 November, 2023
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  • ULEZ – How is it affecting tradespeople?

    |Date: 25 September, 2023
    ULEZ – How is it affecting tradespeople?

    ULEZ – How is it affecting tradespeople?

    © WD Stockphotos / Adobe Stock MyJobQuote takes a deep dive into the ULEZ, how it may be affecting trades ...

    © WD Stockphotos / Adobe Stock MyJobQuote takes a deep dive into the ULEZ, how it may be affecting tradespeople and what they can do to adapt. According to the government, poor air quality is impactin ...

    25 September, 2023
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  • Trade Kart joins forces with City Plumbing and Lawsons

    |Date: 6 September, 2023
    Trade Kart joins forces with City Plumbing and Lawsons

    Trade Kart joins forces with City Plumbing and Lawsons

    TradeKart, the rapid delivery app for tradespeople has partnered with City Plumbing and Lawsons merchants ...

    TradeKart, the rapid delivery app for tradespeople has partnered with City Plumbing and Lawsons merchants to provide next level efficiency and convenience to tradespeople.  City Plumbing City Plumbing ...

    6 September, 2023
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  • Professional Builder Podcast: Tradespeople in Demand

    |Date: 26 June, 2023
    Professional Builder Podcast: Tradespeople in Demand

    Professional Builder Podcast: Tradespeople in Demand

    Professional Builder's latest Podcast explores some insightful research from the Independent Builders Mer ...

    Professional Builder's latest Podcast explores some insightful research from the Independent Builders Merchant Group (IBMG) The Independent Builders Merchant Group prides itself on being close to its ...

    26 June, 2023
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  • Five tips to get your business ready for summer

    |Date: 28 February, 2023
    Five tips to get your business ready for summer

    Five tips to get your business ready for summer

    With spring in the air Fergus, the job management software specialist, has released five simple tips for ...

    With spring in the air Fergus, the job management software specialist, has released five simple tips for trade business owners to get their company ready to bloom this summer.   Whatever your tra ...

    28 February, 2023
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  • Why are you a builder?

    |Date: 28 February, 2023
    Why are you a builder?

    Why are you a builder?

    Why are you a builder? How did you get into the building game? Did you ever really think about it, or was ...

    Why are you a builder? How did you get into the building game? Did you ever really think about it, or was it something you just drifted into? And – having become a builder – do you think you had parti ...

    28 February, 2023
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