Landlord gets suspended jail term over gas safety failings
Duran Akbulut failed to have a gas boiler checked by a qualified engineer and obtain the necessary safety certificate.
Domestic air quality issue “at a critical juncture”
A leading industry expert has echoed the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence’s (NICE)’s sentiment that immediate action is required to improve air quality within our homes.
South Devon plumber left illegal gas work in a dangerous state…
...putting the life of the landlord and her tenants at risk
Tradespeople compromising health for fear of missing work, research finds
The UK’s general builders and specialist tradespeople are risking their health by missing vital appointments due to work commitments
Ideal Heating expands partnership with Andy’s Man Club
Ideal Heating teamed up with Andy’s Man Club last year and has now announced the partnership has been expanded to help even more people
Employer guidance for the festive season
John Thompson, CEO of the Association of Plumbing & Heating Contractors (APHC), looks at whether employers are liable for any employee indiscretions over the festive period relating to drunk driving and inappropriate conduct at company events
Liquid Gas UK urges installers to check LPG regulator replacement dates
Liquid Gas UK is urging installers to check LPG regulator replacement dates in homes, motorhomes and holiday park appliances
Majority still look for CORGI registered engineers
According to new research 58% of consumers still think CORGI registration is a must-have when choosing a gas engineer
Hydrosense calls on plumbers to take action against Legionella risk
Hydrosense, a Legionella test kit provider, has called on plumbers and installers to take a proactive approach to reduce the risk of Legionella
Scottish government confirms return for domestic work
The Construction Industry Coronavirus (CICV) Forum has warmly welcomed the Scottish government’s announcement that domestic work will be included amongst the scope of construction work now permitted