Trades
The essential guides for the trades industry.
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7-minute read
How to become a groundworker and set up your own business
Are you thinking of becoming a groundworker and setting up your own business? Here’s our step-by-step guide to…
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5-minute read
How to become a roofer: a step-by-step guide
Thinking of going into the construction industry and becoming a roofer? Read our step-by-step guide to get you…
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7-minute read
The best invoice apps for small businesses: 8 apps to make your life easier
What’s the best invoice app for your small business? From free to paid options, here’s eight apps that…
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7-minute read
What’s a general business partnership and is it right for me?
Who is a general business partnership best for, how does it work, and how do you set one…
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6-minute read
Winning construction contracts: a guide
Read our guide to find out about the tendering process and how to make your company stand out.
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7-minute read
What’s the difference between a labour-only subcontractor and a bona fide subcontractor?
The terms bona fide subcontractor and labour-only subcontractor still cause confusion for tradespeople buying business insurance. Learn what…
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3-minute read
Drivers – avoid these 10 worst areas in the UK for traffic
New research reveals the worst cities for UK traffic. Which areas should you avoid – and how much…
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6-minute read
How to become a self-employed glazier: get set up today
What does a glazier make or what’s the average glazier salary? Read our quick-start guide to find out.
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3-minute read
Tool thieves beware – break into this electrician’s van and get a 1000-volt shock from his home-made alarm
One electrician has created his own tool theft deterrent – a home-made alarm system featuring a 1000-volt zapper…
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A guide to completing a construction site risk assessment
Read our simple guide to doing a construction site risk assessment, covering things like notifying HSE, method statements…
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