What's moving in UK tools, trade retail and construction — written for the people buying the kit.
A Warrington-based roofing contractor has entered insolvency, highlighting ongoing financial pressures across the UK roofing and specialist trade sectors.
Morgan Sindall Construction promotes Richard Dobson to lead its London division as the contractor expands operations across the Home Counties.
Independent merchant Otford Builders Merchants is closing down after a prolonged period of tough trading conditions, with the loss of 34 jobs.
Deploying heat pumps effectively requires changes to internal heat distribution systems, radiator sizing, and pipework design in modern UK homes.
Rising building material prices are squeezing contractor margins, raising latent defect risks and impacting structural warranty compliance across UK construction.
Analysis by the Centre for Construction Best Practice highlights the financial impact of appointing contractors late in the construction process.
A London retrofit case study demonstrates the use of STEICO wood fibre insulation and EWI Pro diffusion-open render for low-carbon domestic upgrades.
The September issue of Professional Electrician magazine is out now, offering 132 pages of trade news, technical advice, and product coverage.
Learn how Materials Management Plans help UK construction projects reduce waste, cut carbon emissions, and manage rising site costs effectively.
A head-to-head comparison of the Stiletto TiBone and Martinez M1 titanium framing hammers for professional carpenters and joiners.
With the UK smart home market reaching £3.1bn, electricians are encouraged to gain smart home qualifications to secure high-margin installation work.
Newcastle City Council has opened a £260,000 tender for specialist scaffolding access to repair Newcastle Cathedral's 15th-century Lantern Tower.
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