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Government needs to encourage homebuilding »
By Brian de Selby
The government needs to encourage more homebuilding to prevent another house price boom in the future, it has been claimed.
Insulate your home , owners urged »
Handymen and tradesmen could find a boost in insulation installation work following a recommendation by the National Home Improvement Council (NHIC).
Tradesmen to help traders in Ludlow Market »
By Charles Murphy
Qualified tradesmen in Ludlow will be giving the town's market a major makeover by the end of the year after the town council placed an order to build new stalls by the winter.
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Water meters save money, uSwitch claims »
Households have been urged to hire a plumber to install a water meter in their home to reduce the cost of utility bills.
Landlords urged to replace boilers »
Landlords should employ plumbers to install new boilers in their properties, according to a property expert.
New start-ups increase during downturn »
The number of new companies taking their first steps into the world of business remained high in 2008 despite the economic downturn, figures show.
Millions take out loans for plumbing repairs, survey shows »
Plumbers and handymen have been in action at millions of homes across the country over the last three months, new research from ICM shows.
Heat pump interest strong among small traders »
Smaller tradesmen are continuing to show an interest in heat pump installations for new build housing, according to pump design firm Ice Energy.
Home improvements popular during downturn »
The housing downturn could create new jobs for plumbers and electricians, one industry expert has suggested.
Carbon emissions targets unrealistic »
The government has set unrealistic targets for carbon reduction across the UK's homes, according to the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (Rics).
Plumber saves house from collapse »
A drain engineer has saved a customer's home from potential disaster after carrying out a routine blockage inspection in Bradford.
