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Case Study: Lewis
Our customers come to us from all kinds of careers and skill levels, but some are bit closer to home. Wanting to get qualified and start his own business, Lewis had already been working alongside an electrician for two years when he decided to take the leap and start his own electrical business. “I’ve done […]
Read moreCustomers and tradespeople share their pet hates
First it was the rise of rogue traders, then came the cowboy customers, and now it seems some customers and tradespeople just have some annoying traits. Rated People recently carried out a survey with customers and tradespeople to find out what really irritated them about one another. The results with the customers are common problems […]
Read moreIKEA now selling battery storage solution for solar panels
(photo credit) Affordable solar panel and battery storage systems have officially been launched in the UK by one of the largest retailers, IKEA. Working with Solarcentury, one of the oldest and most trusted solar companies, they aim to give everyone the chance to invest in solar power technology for their homes, with prices starting from […]
Read moreWhat are fire rated downlights and do you need them in your home?
If you’re changing or updating the lighting in your home, chances are you have discussed what you would like to use. Downlighters are arguably one of the most popular lighting options, however there are a few questions you need to ask yourself first. One being, are your downlights going to be fire rated or non-fire […]
Read moreBuilder faces jail time after misusing the NICEIC and Gas Safe logos
It’s important that homeowners know who they are letting into their home to carry out work. Over a third of people do not check for ID when letting a tradesperson work in their home, NICEIC claim, which is worrying when considering there have been more than 6 million people affected by unregistered tradespeople. Cowboy tradespeople […]
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