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Protecting the Welfare of Everyone During Renovations 

When you bring a tradesperson into your home to do work, the welfare of everyone involved should be the first priority, not an afterthought. It’s about creating safe and comfortable conditions for everyone affected

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Preparing Your Home for a Tradesperson

Preparing your home before a tradesperson starts the work can make the entire process smoother. Our guide goes through the various steps to help you

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Should I Hire a Skip?

If you’re planning a large home improvement project, you’ll probably need to get rid of some large objects (or a large amount of material). One solution is to hire a skip

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Do I Need any Permissions for my Home Improvements? 

Before you start any home improvements, it’s important to make sure you know the rules. Planning permissions and building regulations are key parts of the process

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Skills for a Sustainable Future

Written By Marc Stevens, Head of Energy Engagement at TrustMark

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Tips For Finding A Good Tradesperson

Whether the job is big or small, there are certain steps we advise you to take