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InSinkerator Wins Contract With Galliard Homes

InSinkErator is supplying its 3N1 steaming hot water taps to the brand new Galliard Homes development, Maine Tower, in London’s Docklands.

The Maine Tower, a focal point of the Harbour Central development, is to comprise of 297 exquisite apartments that are situated over 42 floors. Each apartment will feature an InSinkErator 3N1 L Shape steaming hot water tap finished in Brushed Steel. Not only will this addition streamline the worktop, reducing the clutter of a kettle, the InSinkErator 3N1 brings a number of convenient benefits to the end user. The all-private, Maine Tower, development will be situated just minutes from Canary Wharf, boasting a library, concierge, gym and spa, business suites and cinema, promising to offer luxury living for all of its residents.

Britons Confess Their DIY Home Heating Habits

New research looking into the lengths Britons go to in order to warm up their homes has revealed that some people have previously covered their windows with bubble wrap, or insulated their radiators with tin foil; whilst others have resorted to slightly more unusual methods. The research has revealed how British homeowners try to keep their houses warm, including the slightly more unusual methods. Nine in ten homeowners think that they spend more than they should on heating, whilst two fifths have resisted putting the heating on this autumn despite wanting to, due to cost.

How to keep you and your plumbing business out of financial difficulty

Lee Murphy is the founder of Pandle (www.pandle.com) the cloud bookkeeping software specifically for small businesses and the self-employed.

Neglecting your books because you are too busy dealing with the everyday job could be disastrous for your business finances.

Cashflow problems are the biggest killer of small businesses, with recent research showing over 70% of SME owners see it as their biggest threat.

It is easier today than ever before to avoid financial problems thanks to online bookkeeping software, many of them free.

Rhino App Users Talk Their Way to Business Efficiency.

A key feature of the new Rhino Small Business App that’s proving highly popular with its rapidly-increasing user base is the voice function. Rhino users are reporting significant time savings with routine business admin by dictating the content of invoices, estimates, notes and appointments, directly on their smartphones.

Rhino already boasts an impressive ability to create an estimate or invoice in 30 seconds or less, with important information like the customer’s details and payment terms filled in automatically. You can also use the voice function to reduce this time even further, allowing descriptive narratives to be added easily without using the keyboard.

Why plumbers are still at risk of asbestos exposure

Despite being banned in the UK in 1999, exposure to asbestos is still having devastating effects on the health of tradesmen according to Alpha Surveys. Approximately 50% of private properties have a chance of harbouring asbestos, and many plumbers who work in these homes aren’t aware of the risks.

Top tips to improve your tradesman safety programme

LOTO safety programmes are extremely important in all trade companies, in order to ensure that dangerous equipment is treated correctly once work is complete. To keep this procedure as up to date and therefore as safety conscious as possible, there are some tips to consider:

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Water conservation - why it should be a year-round conversation

The UK has been in the grip of a heatwave for the past few weeks, with the prolonged dry spell creating increasing difficulties across the country enter the Water Efficient Product Labelling Scheme (WEPL).

A hosepipe ban has already been introduced (and lifted) in Northern Ireland, while United Utilities, which services the north west of England, has already warned that a hosepipe ban will be introduced on August 5.

Guide to public liability insurance

Public liability insurance is one of the most important forms of business cover, but how does it apply to your business?

We’re here to answer that question, and many more, with our comprehensive guide to public liability insurance. So sit back, grab a cup of tea and get ready to learn some helpful tips and tricks that should leave you with a clearer sense of what public liability is all about.

What is public liability insurance?

It’s designed with third parties in mind. That means that cover is available for most people that interact with your business including customers, clients and members of the public.

The Hidden Problem With Your Drainage

Tree roots in drains is one of the biggest causes of blockages within drain systems in the UK. A root damaged system usually leads to more severe problems. They can crack the pipes and cause severe blockages, requiring costly repairs.

My energy bills were really high last winter. How can I make my heating system more efficient?

With winter just around the corner, it’s time to start thinking about cutting cold-weather energy costs says Drayton. Over 80% of a home’s energy consumption is used for heating and hot water, so looking at new ways of controlling this can have a big impact on your bills.

A smart multi-room heating system is a great long-term investment that will save you money as well as make your home more comfortable, by only heating the rooms you’re using and to the temperatures you prefer. In fact, according to BEAMA adding smart controls to your heating system can save over 40% in running costs and a 25% reduction in energy bills.*

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