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Gas appliances play a vital role in our homes, providing us with heat, hot water, and cooking capabilities. However, like any other mechanical device, gas appliances require regular maintenance to ensure they operate safely and efficiently. Regular servicing not only helps prevent costly breakdowns but also helps extend the lifespan of your appliances and reduce your energy bills.

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In the dynamic world of work, vocational qualifications like NVQs (National Vocational Qualifications) have emerged as valuable credentials that demonstrate your practical skills and expertise. If you're seeking to enhance your employability and advance your career in the UK, obtaining an NVQ certificate can be a pivotal step.

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Gas appliances play a vital role in our homes, providing us with heat, hot water, and cooking capabilities. However, like any other mechanical device, gas appliances require regular maintenance to ensure they operate safely and efficiently. Regular servicing not only helps prevent costly breakdowns but also helps extend the lifespan of your appliances and reduce your energy bills.

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For those who have already embarked on the journey of becoming a qualified plumber, the next step is to secure a fulfilling and rewarding career in this essential trade. With the demand for skilled plumbers consistently high, there are so many opportunities for those with the right skills and experience.

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A heat pump is a device that transfers heat from one place to another using a refrigeration cycle. It can be used to heat or cool buildings, and it is a very efficient way to do so. Heat pumps are becoming increasingly popular in the UK, as they are a sustainable and environmentally friendly way to heat and cool homes.

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Yes, of course! Women are more than capable of working as an electrician. The electrical industry in the UK has historically been male-dominated, but that is gradually changing. Today, more and more women are making significant contributions to the field. 

In fact, according to the Office for National Statistics (ONS), the proportion of women working as electricians in the UK has increased from 0.6% in 2011 to 1.2% in 2022. This may seem like a small number still, but it represents a significant increase from just a few years ago. 

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If you are new to working on a job site, or if you have recently started, you may have some questions about how things work. This blog article will answer some of the most common job site FAQs.

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For many Educators, the decision to leave the teaching profession can be a difficult one. However, for some, it may be the right step towards a fulfilling and rewarding career in the trades.

If you’re an ex-teacher in the UK looking for an alternative career path, there are many job opportunities available. With a shortage of skilled tradespeople in the UK, there's never been a better time to consider this path.

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Gas Safe Register has released a new technical bulletin (TB 162) that advises on the rationale behind a change to the 2-minute gas rate (heat input) check for domestic installations with metric (ultrasonic and diaphragm) gas metres.

Traditionally, gas engineers have conducted gas rating checks over a 2-minute period. However, Gas Safe Register has now stated that this can be completed in just 1 minute, reducing the time and cost of the check for both engineers and customers.

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 A new survey [1] has found that UK homeowners are losing an average of £1,885 a year by failing to carry out essential home maintenance jobs. The most common tasks that people put off include fixing a leaking toilet, having gas appliances serviced and safety checked annually, and clearing damp or mould.

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