Author: Alex Mason
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How To Price Building Work So You Actually Make A Profit
If you work on the tools for a living, you already know that how to price building work can make or break your week. Get it wrong and you are basically paying for the privilege of grafting. Get it right and you have a steady pipeline of jobs that actually pay. Why pricing building work…
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Best Fabrics for Workwear on Muddy, Wet Building Sites
If you spend your days on scaffolds, in trenches or trudging through half finished plots, you know that not all gear is equal. Finding the best fabrics for workwear is the difference between finishing the day dry and comfortable or soaked, freezing and chafed to bits. Most site gear hangs on a few key materials:…
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Battery Storage For Trades: Turning Spare Power Into Profit
If you are running sites across the UK, you have probably heard more clients asking about renewables and ways to cut their bills. One topic that keeps coming up is battery storage for trades, and it is quickly turning from a niche add on into a serious bit of kit for contractors, builders and FM…
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How to Improve Your Home’s Energy Efficiency in 2026
Improving home energy efficiency is no longer just about reducing energy bills—it has become a vital step towards creating a more comfortable home, meeting environmental responsibilities, and future-proofing your property. With energy prices remaining volatile and efficiency standards tightening, 2026 is the ideal time for homeowners to invest in meaningful energy-saving upgrades. This guide explains…
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Material shortages in UK construction: what tradesmen need to know
If you work on the tools, you will have felt the bite of material shortages in UK construction at some point. One week it is timber, the next it is insulation or cement, and prices never seem to move in just one direction. For small firms and self-employed trades, this can turn a tidy job…
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How Fabricators Can Future‑Proof Their Workshop Tooling
If you work with metal all day, you already know how fast kit moves on. One minute your gear feels bulletproof, the next you are losing time because it will not keep up. Figuring out how to future proof your workshop tooling is what separates the busy shops from the ones scraping by. This is…
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The Future Of Asbestos Management In UK Homes And Workplaces
The future of asbestos management in the UK is becoming a pressing concern for homeowners, landlords and employers alike. As more buildings reach the age where historic construction materials start to fail, questions around safety, legal responsibility and the cost of putting things right are growing louder. At the same time, regulators and campaigners are…
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Why Adults Are Falling Back In Love With LEGO Engineering Sets
Adult LEGO engineering sets have moved from the toy aisle to pride of place on coffee tables, office shelves and social feeds. What was once seen as a childhood hobby is now a serious pastime for grown ups, blending design, engineering and mindful relaxation in one colourful package. Why adults are drawn to complex LEGO…
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Is Your Home Ready For Heat Pumps? How To Prepare An Older Property
With energy prices unpredictable and climate targets getting stricter, many households are asking whether now is the time to switch to a low carbon heating system. For anyone living in a Victorian terrace, a 1930s semi or a post-war bungalow, preparing an older home for heat pump installation is one of the most important steps…
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UK Timber Shortages 2025. What Joinery Workshops Need To Know
Timber has always been at the heart of the UK joinery and furniture sector, but 2025 is already showing signs of being a challenging year. The industry is reporting increased pressure from UK timber shortages 2025 caused by a mix of supply chain disruption, shipping delays and global market demand. For many workshops that rely…
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