Keeping homes warm and costs down

Boiler Plan has revealed the perfect temperature for ensuring homes are kept warm throughout winter without the risk of spiralling bills

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

GROHE’s tips for hot water tap projects

From considering energy efficiency to valves and vessels, GROHE has offered some advice for installing hot water taps

Bathroom trends to look out for in 2020

With 2019 dominated by industrial yet minimalist designs, 2020 is set to be an exciting year when it comes to interior bathroom trends, explains Simon Cornelius, head of marketing at Methven UK

Early tips for tax self-assessment

Tax preparation specialist David Redfern, managing director of DSR Tax Claims, explains the common mistakes taxpayers make when completing a tax return and how they can be avoided

Helping 3.4 million households in fuel poverty

Ahead of Fuel Poverty Awareness Day today (November 29), research from uSwitch shows the harsh reality as millions of households in the UK will be forced to choose between heating and eating this winter

Wetrooms: Don’t believe the myths

With many homeowners looking to improve their existing property rather than relocate industry experts Plumbase and Impey are urging installers to step up to the challenge of dispelling some of the perceived myths surrounding wetrooms

Helping homeowners prevent frozen and burst pipes

As the UK braces itself for the coldest winter in decades millions of households are at risk of frozen pipes which can lead to cracks and even burst pipes

Considerations when installing an old stove

Given the buoyant market for antique and reconditioned solid fuel burning and oil fired stoves, APHC CEO John Thompson looks at what potential implications could arise from fitting such appliances and ensuring they are ‘fit for purpose’

Responding to increased van theft incidents

Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles has advised van owners and fleet managers to ensure their vehicles are fitted with the latest anti-theft devices, following an increased number of thefts