Alison's Find Me A Tradesperson Blog

Thought I had not posted on my blog for a while, really must make more time to do this but I need to find some more hours first!

Things have been picking up in the last couple of weeks which is encouraging, it seems that the last 6 months has been nothing but doom and gloom making everyone seem depressed with what’s happening in the world. I have now taken the approach that I am not reading any more newspapers and that I am going to have a positive mind frame to ensure that Find Me A Tradesperson remains the number one place which customers call upon when looking for trade’s people.

The business is strong and hopefully in a few weeks I will be moving to a new office which is really exciting for me and a big step I will keep you informed of how it all goes!

If you would like to be included on my monthly email newsletter drop me an email and I will add your details, have special offers most months - take a look!

Have a good week

Alison
Find Me A Tradesperson 

I have realised that I have not blogged since Christmas and thought I should bring you up to speed on how things are going.

Well I know most of the country shivered with the cold spell we had just after Christmas and here at Find Me A Tradesperson we were inundated with requests for corgi engineers to fix broken down heating systems and in most cases were able to help most customers very quickly. I was very impressed with my plumber Rob who managed to help one of my customers who had come home to find a massive water leak in her house, considering it was gone 8pm and he was watching football in the pub he helped a damsel in distress - thanks Rob!

Over the coming months I will be working very hard behind the scenes on improving our business and services and would welcome any suggestions in what you would like to see us provide or areas of the website we can improve on.

I look forward to hearing from you all!

Alison 
Find Me A Tradesperson  
0117 9081198

I chuckled this week when I read (in the Mail) how many people had stencilling on a wall in their house. If my memory serves me right I can remember my parents were really into stencilling swirly flowers with ruched blinds - remember them!   

Well now stencilling and rag rolling effects on neutral walls and been named the most tastless home design in the last 20 years! Runner up to horrible fads include mirrored wardrobes which were popular in the 90s and I am sure there are still many homes with these fitted in!

Here is a list of the top 10 - happy reading!

1. Paint effects (rag rolling, stenciling, sponge finish 2. Mirrored wardrobes 3. Patterned tiles 4. Animal statues 5. 80s colour schemes (hunter green, teal, peach and salmon, red, blue and black and white) 6. Net curtains 7. Wall mounted TVs 8. Water features 9. Magnolia paint 10. Futons

So if you are stuck in a time warp and want to bring your home screaming into the 21st century then give us a call and we will get you started!

Alison

Feedback is very important to us as it helps us monitor our trade’s people very closely. We have set up a facility on our website (you must register first) www.findmeatradesperson.co.uk where you can leave feedback on works completed. Alternately you can phone your feedback through to me on 0117 9081198.

Revamp your existing bathroom – on a budget

The Bathroom Surgery (Affiliated with Find Me A Tradesperson since 2007) aims to provide a cheaper, quicker alternative to bathroom suite repairs and refits. 

This service is provided to customers who want to repair their bathroom suite fittings whether it is Acrylic, Cast Iron, Steel or Porcelain whilst in situ at a fraction of the cost of replacement. 

Customers now have the option to have any damage i.e. chips, cracks or scratches fixed in situ on any type of bathroom suite surface.  It’s surprising the amount of baths etc. which suffer from impact chip damage from a dropped shower head or have suffered scratches/gouges to the surface. 

The main causes of unsightly or embarrassing stains are usually due to a build up of lime scale over time on the surface or surprisingly paint splashes when people decorate their bathrooms.  These can all be removed from the suite item leaving them feeling silky and smooth, as they should be and a pleasure to use. 

There service also offers a finishing option of an extreme deep clean and polish to bring back the original luster of the suite item.

If a customer is tired of their bathroom suite colour or if there is substantial damage which cannot be repaired by a chip fix there is a solution.  we are able to re-enamel any surface of any bathroom suite fitting from a choice of thousands of colours.  From Flamingo Pink to Snowflake White the choice is vast.  The customer simply selects the required colour to suit there individual taste giving them custom coloured bathrooms or simply re-colouring to match existing items.

All of these options can be applied to all types of baths, sinks, toilets, tiles, shower trays etc.  Why replace when you can re-juvenate or re-finish?  Why go to the expense of having to re-plumb, re-tile and re-floor?  Try ‘The Bathroom Surgery’ Dial 0117 9073657 for a free no obligation quote.

For further information please contact us info@findmeatradesperson.co.uk

Find Me A Tradesperson have now launched a monthly newsletter to all customers which will keep them all up to date with new and existing profiles on tradespeople. Furthermore we will be bringing you some great offers for you starting with a 10% off voucher for a boiler service if booked with one of our affiliated CORGI registered engineers before the end of November, get in quick as the spaces are filing up fast!

To receive your free copy please register via website  www.findmeatradesperson.co.uk

Alison Wilmot
Find Me A Tradesperson

Find Me A Tradesperson have now launched a monthly newsletter to all customers which will keep them all up to date with new and existing profiles on tradespeople. Furthermore we will be bringing you some great offers for you starting with a 10% off voucher for a boiler service if booked with one of our affiliated CORGI registered engineers before the end of November, get in quick as the spaces are filing up fast!

As well as supplying recommended tradespeople, its now and again nice to see that there are opportunites for them to persue their dream job. I have been circulated the following job advertisment for someone with an electrical background who would like to work on film and drama sets.

Calling all Trainee Electricians

Have you ever thought about working in Film?

Deadline for applications: Friday 17 October

‘Fast Track to Film’ is a training programme which will enable trainees to access hands-on learning and experience in Film and TV Drama. We are looking for bright new talent to join a unique six month film training scheme where trainees will have the opportunity to take up the role of

Trainee Electricians aspiring to Lighting Technician/Assistant The scheme will consist of a two-week induction - including professional short-course training - followed by a 32-week placement for which trainees will receive a weekly training bursary of £200. On completing their placement, each trainee will receive individual advice and guidance to help them make the next move up the ladder.

Nicki Ballantyne, Project Manager on ‘Fast Track to Film’ said
‘This is a great opportunity to take the next step in your career in film and TV. We are looking for male and female trainees from a range of backgrounds who are willing to move around the region to take up their placement. If you have experience, are over 18 and living in or prepared to move to the South West, visit our website to find out more.’

Tell me more...
Visit South West Screen’s website www.swscreen.co.uk and read the FAQs for Trainees and the Trainee Job Descriptions to find out more. You can apply for the scheme online on the website too.

If you are a film / TV company interested in hosting a trainee please contact Nicki Ballantyne at South West Screen on 0117 952 9977

The scheme is supported and funded by the Skillset Film Skills Fund and delivered by South West Screen. 

Thought so

Our CORGI registered engineers have all agreed to provide 10% off a boiler service for Find Me A Tradesperson customers if its booked before the end of November. Now the weather is turning - you only have to look out the window today and see winter is here.

With energy bills on the increase now is the best time to see if your boiler is running efficiently and not leaving anything to chance once the real cold bites and you have a major problem with the heating.
If you want to know more about this offer and find a CORGI registered engineer locally to you email me on

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I know most people who want to extend their home or make major home improvements have always found the aspect of applying for planning permission a daunting one. With the ever ending news of the credit crunch (don’t get me started!) people are struggling to move and look for alternative ways to improve the space they a craving.

It is estimated that over 5 million people are looking to have major work done on their homes. With the planning rules in England now changing as from the beginning of Oct 08 you won’t need permission to convert your loft or add a rear extension. These new rules will make the process of improving you home easier; however as a rule it’s always worth contacting your local council www.planning.southglos.gov.uk or www.bristol.gov.uk as it could involve some building regulations.

Before you go ahead with any home improvements did you know that you are supposed to tell your home insurer before starting work, this is to ensure you home is adequately insured for the full amount and heaven forbids anything happens could invalidate you insurance if you make a claim and they are not aware of your plans.

To obtain more information please contact your local council directly.

If this hasn’t put you off I do know a good architect - happy planning!