tag:findmeatradesperson.blog.co.uk,2009-11-21:/This blog is for anybody interested in improving their homes or need reliable trades people in and around Bristol and Bath - let’s stamp out all those rouge traders and cowboy builders that people fall victim too. "Find Me A Tradesperson supply local, reliable tradespeople to your door"MokoFeed2009-11-21T07:53:00+01:00tag:findmeatradesperson.blog.co.uk,2009-03-05:/2009/03/05/march-update-5697785/alifmtp2009-03-05T11:53:15+01:002009-03-05T11:53:15+01:00 <p class="MsoNormal"><span>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!</span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><span>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&rsquo;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&rsquo;s people.</span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><span>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!</span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><span>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!</span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><span>Have a good week</span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><span>Alison<img src="http://www.blog.co.uk/image/smileys/smileys21.gif" alt="" width="24" height="18"><br></span><strong><span>Find Me A Tradesperson </span></strong><span></span></p> <p> </p> <p> <small> <a href="http://findmeatradesperson.blog.co.uk/2009/03/05/march-update-5697785/#comments">Comments</a> </small> </p>tag:findmeatradesperson.blog.co.uk,2009-01-27:/2009/01/27/the-january-blues-5455956/alifmtp2009-01-27T12:17:44+01:002009-01-27T12:17:44+01:00 <p class="MsoNormal"><span>I have realised that I have not blogged since Christmas and thought I should bring you up to speed on how things are going. </span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><span>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!</span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><span>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.</span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><span>I look forward to hearing from you all!</span></p> <p>Alison <img src="http://www.blog.co.uk/image/smileys/smileys21.gif" alt=""><br>Find Me A Tradesperson   <br>0117 9081198</p> <p> <small> <a href="http://findmeatradesperson.blog.co.uk/2009/01/27/the-january-blues-5455956/#comments">Comments</a> </small> </p>tag:findmeatradesperson.blog.co.uk,2008-11-28:/2008/11/28/stencilling-do-you-remember-the-80s-5127014/alifmtp2008-11-28T16:26:04+01:002008-11-28T16:35:26+01:00 <p>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!   </p> <p>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!</p> <p><span>Here is a list of the top 10 - happy reading!</span></p> <p><span>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</span></p> <p><span>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!</span></p> <p><span>Alison</span></p> <p> </p> <p> <small> <a href="http://findmeatradesperson.blog.co.uk/2008/11/28/stencilling-do-you-remember-the-80s-5127014/#comments">Comments</a> </small> </p>tag:findmeatradesperson.blog.co.uk,2008-11-17:/2008/11/17/feedback-its-important-to-let-us-know-how-they-are-getting-on-5050806/alifmtp2008-11-17T12:41:06+01:002008-11-17T12:41:06+01:00 <p>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) <a href="http://www.findmeatradesperson.co.uk">www.findmeatradesperson.co.uk</a> where you can leave feedback on works completed. Alternately you can phone your feedback through to me on 0117 9081198. </p> <p> <small> <a href="http://findmeatradesperson.blog.co.uk/2008/11/17/feedback-its-important-to-let-us-know-how-they-are-getting-on-5050806/#comments">Comments</a> </small> </p>tag:findmeatradesperson.blog.co.uk,2008-11-05:/2008/11/05/revamp-your-existing-bathroom-on-a-budget-4989513/alifmtp2008-11-05T17:16:06+01:002008-11-05T17:16:06+01:00 <p class="NormalWeb1"><strong><span>Revamp your existing bathroom &ndash; on a budget</span></strong><span></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><strong><span lang="CY"><span> </span></span></strong></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-GB"></span></p> <p class="MsoBodyText"><span>The Bathroom Surgery (Affiliated with Find Me A Tradesperson since 2007) aims to provide a cheaper, quicker alternative to bathroom suite repairs and refits.<span>  </span></span></p> <p class="MsoBodyText"><span>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.<span>  </span></span></p> <p class="MsoBodyText"><span>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.<span>  </span>It&rsquo;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.<span>  </span></span></p> <p class="MsoBodyText"><span lang="EN-GB">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.<span>  </span></span><span>These can all be removed from the suite item leaving them feeling silky and smooth, as they should be and a pleasure to use.<span>  </span></span></p> <p class="MsoBodyText"><span>There service also offers a finishing option of an extreme deep clean and polish to bring back the original luster of the suite item.</span></p> <p class="MsoBodyText"><span>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.<span>  </span>we are able to re-enamel any surface of any bathroom suite fitting from a choice of thousands of</span><span lang="EN-GB"> colours</span><span>.<span>  </span>From Flamingo Pink to Snowflake White the choice is vast.<span>  </span>The customer simply selects the required colour to suit there individual taste giving them custom</span><span lang="EN-GB"> coloured</span><span> bathrooms or simply re</span><span lang="EN-GB">-colouring</span><span> to match existing items. </span></p> <p class="MsoBodyText"><span lang="EN-GB">All of these options can be applied to all types of baths, sinks, toilets, tiles, shower trays etc.<span>  </span></span><span>Why replace when you can re</span><span lang="EN-GB">-juvenate</span><span> or re-finish?<span>  </span>Why go to the expense of having to re-plumb, re-tile and re-floor?<span>  </span>Try &lsquo;The Bathroom Surgery&rsquo; Dial 0117 9073657 for a free no obligation quote. </span></p> <p class="MsoBodyText"><span lang="EN-GB">For further information please contact us </span><span><a href="mailto:info@findmeatradesperson.co.uk"><span>info@findmeatradesperson.co.uk</span></a></span><span lang="EN-GB"></span></p> <p> <small> <a href="http://findmeatradesperson.blog.co.uk/2008/11/05/revamp-your-existing-bathroom-on-a-budget-4989513/#comments">Comments</a> </small> </p>tag:findmeatradesperson.blog.co.uk,2008-10-22:/2008/10/22/would-you-like-to-sign-up-for-our-fee-newsletter-4911530/alifmtp2008-10-22T10:04:43+02:002008-10-22T10:18:31+02:00 <p><a title="Fmatp2" href="http://www.blog.co.uk/media/photo/fmatp2/2922281"></a><a title="Fmatp2" href="http://www.findmeatradesperson.co.uk"><img src="http://data5.blog.de/media/281/2922281_d68c87c052_s.jpg" alt="Fmatp2" hspace="5" vspace="5"></a><a title="Fmatp2" href="http://www.findmeatradesperson.co.uk"></a></p> <p><span><span>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!</span></span></p> <p><span><span><span>To receive your free copy please register via website  </span></span></span><a href="http://www.findmeatradesperson.co.uk"><span><span><span>www.findmeatradesperson.co.uk</span></span></span></a></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><span><span><span> </span></span></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><span><span><span>Alison Wilmot<br>Find Me A Tradesperson</span></span></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><span><span> </span></span><span><span> </span></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"> </p> <p class="MsoNormal"> </p> <p><a href="http://www.findmeatradesperson.co.uk"></a> </p> <p> <small> <a href="http://findmeatradesperson.blog.co.uk/2008/10/22/would-you-like-to-sign-up-for-our-fee-newsletter-4911530/#comments">Comments</a> </small> </p>tag:findmeatradesperson.blog.co.uk,2008-10-22:/2008/10/22/would-you-like-to-sign-up-for-our-fee-newsletter-4911519/alifmtp2008-10-22T10:02:45+02:002008-11-28T16:36:39+01:00 <p>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!</p> <p> <small> <a href="http://findmeatradesperson.blog.co.uk/2008/10/22/would-you-like-to-sign-up-for-our-fee-newsletter-4911519/#comments">Comments</a> </small> </p>tag:findmeatradesperson.blog.co.uk,2008-10-13:/2008/10/13/calling-all-trainee-electricians-4863128/alifmtp2008-10-13T10:46:34+02:002008-10-13T10:54:15+02:00 <p>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. </p> <p><strong><u>Calling all Trainee Electricians<br></u></strong><br>Have you ever thought about working in Film?</p> <p><strong><em><span class="subtitle1"><span>Deadline for applications: Friday 17</span></span><span class="subtitle1"><span> October</span></span></em></strong><span></p> <p><span>&lsquo;Fast Track to Film&rsquo; is a training programme which will enable trainees to access hands-on learning and experience in Film and TV Drama. </span><span>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 </p> <p><strong>Trainee Electricians aspiring to Lighting Technician/Assistant</strong></span><span> </span><span>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. </p> <p>Nicki Ballantyne, Project Manager on &lsquo;Fast Track to Film&rsquo;<strong> </strong>said<br><em>&lsquo;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.&rsquo; <br></em><br></span><span class="subtitle1"><span><strong>Tell me more...</strong></span></span><span><br>Visit South West Screen&rsquo;s website <a href="http://www.swscreen.co.uk/"><span><u>www.swscreen.co.uk</u></span></a> and read the <a href="http://www.swscreen.co.uk/download.asp?path=/libraries/document/1672.doc"><span><u>FAQs for Trainees</u></span></a> and the <a href="http://www.swscreen.co.uk/download.asp?path=/libraries/document/1670.doc"><span><u>Trainee Job Descriptions</u></span></a> to find out more. You can apply for the scheme online on the website too. </p> <p>If you are a film / TV company interested in hosting a trainee please contact <a href="http://nicki%2Eballantyne@swscreen.co.uk/"><span><u>Nicki Ballantyne</u></span></a> at South West Screen on 0117 952 9977</p> <p>The scheme is supported and funded by the <a href="http://www.skillset.org/"><span><u>Skillset</u></span></a> Film Skills Fund and delivered by South West Screen.</span><span> </span></span> </p> <p> <small> <a href="http://findmeatradesperson.blog.co.uk/2008/10/13/calling-all-trainee-electricians-4863128/#comments">Comments</a> </small> </p>tag:findmeatradesperson.blog.co.uk,2008-10-07:/2008/10/07/would-you-like-10-off-a-boiler-service-4833129/alifmtp2008-10-07T10:59:48+02:002008-10-07T10:59:48+02:00 <p>Thought so</p> <p>Our CORGI registered engineers have all agreed to provide 10% off a boiler service for <strong>Find Me A Tradesperson customers</strong> 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. </p> <p>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.<br>If you want to know more about this offer and find a CORGI registered engineer locally to you email me on <a href="mailto:info@findmeatradesperson.co.uk">info@findmeatradesperson.co.uk</a></p> <p>Alison</p> <p> </p> <p> <small> <a href="http://findmeatradesperson.blog.co.uk/2008/10/07/would-you-like-10-off-a-boiler-service-4833129/#comments">Comments</a> </small> </p>tag:findmeatradesperson.blog.co.uk,2008-10-06:/2008/10/06/new-laws-regarding-planning-permission-as-of-oct-4829466/alifmtp2008-10-06T16:37:54+02:002008-10-06T16:37:54+02:00 <p class="MsoNormal"><span>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&rsquo;t get me started!) people are struggling to move and look for alternative ways to improve the space they a craving. </p> <p>It is estimated that over 5 million people are looking to have major work done on their homes. With the planning rules in </span><span>England</span><span> now changing as from the beginning of Oct 08 you won&rsquo;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&rsquo;s always worth contacting your local council <a href="http://www.planning.southglos.gov.uk">www.planning.southglos.gov.uk</a> or <a href="http://www.bristol.gov.uk/">www.bristol.gov.uk</a> as it could involve some building regulations.</p> <p>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.</p> <p>To obtain more information please contact your local council directly.</p> <p>If this hasn&rsquo;t put you off I do know a good architect - happy planning!</span></p> <p> <small> <a href="http://findmeatradesperson.blog.co.uk/2008/10/06/new-laws-regarding-planning-permission-as-of-oct-4829466/#comments">Comments</a> </small> </p>tag:findmeatradesperson.blog.co.uk,2008-09-08:/2008/09/08/itv-productions-calling-anyone-who-may-have-had-home-horror-stories-4698768/alifmtp2008-09-08T15:11:43+02:002008-09-08T15:11:43+02:00 <p>I have been asked by ITV Productions to see if any of you are willing to share any horror stories you have experienced. I have been told quite a few but due to client confidentiality I cannot pass this on. If you would like to contact then directly then I am sure they would be very pleased to hear from you. They are particularly looking for:</p> <p>Problems of being a first time buyer<br> Million pound property disasters<br> And those people who have brought property abroad and are having a nightmare about it.</p> <p>Through the series they are hoping to show the different problems first time buyers face, they aim to help resolve the problems people are facing and use them as case warnings to other prospective buyers.</p> <p>If you want to share your problems contact Gemma Murcott (homes@itv.com) Tel 020 715 74231 </p> <p> <small> <a href="http://findmeatradesperson.blog.co.uk/2008/09/08/itv-productions-calling-anyone-who-may-have-had-home-horror-stories-4698768/#comments">Comments</a> </small> </p>tag:findmeatradesperson.blog.co.uk,2008-09-05:/2008/09/05/winters-coming-some-tips-for-you-before-the-cold-sets-in-4685332/alifmtp2008-09-05T11:46:04+02:002008-09-08T16:06:11+02:00 <p>Now that the summer is fading away and the long dark winter nights are fast approaching we at Find Me A Tradesperson thought we would remind you of all of the services that we have available to help you through those long winter months. Here at Find Me a Tradesperson we have a wide range of good quality reliable trades people who are there to help you prepare for winter or help you when there is a bit of an emergency! <br><br><strong><u>Garden</u></strong>  <span>Weeds, fallen leaves, grass cuttings, dead plants, is this your garden?</span> <br><span>A garden tidy at this time of year will ensure your garden looks good through the winter right the way through to the spring. </span><span>We have a range of gardeners who will save you both the time and the back breaking effort.</span> <span>Don?t forget that we also have tree surgeons that will be able to trim those trees back before the high winds come!</span> </p> <p><strong><u><span>Plumbing</span></u> </strong><span>Have you given in and put the central heating on yet?</span> <span>Hopefully the heating is all up and running properly but when was the last time your boiler was fully serviced. A full service will not only ensure that your boiler is safe it will also save you money ensuring the boiler is running efficiently.</span> <span>Our CORGI registered gas engineers will help you with anything from a service, landlord certification right through to installing a new central heating system.</span> <br><span><span><br></span></span><strong><u><span>Damp</span></u> </strong><span>With all of the rain during August and I don?t think its going to let up in September did you notice damp in your house? If you do this isn?t going to get better during the winter, if anything it?s going to get worse. Causing all sorts of penetration in your plaster and spoiling any decoration.</span> <span>We have a very experienced and reliable treatment company that will not only treat damp but also woodworm, dry rot and help with condensation.<br> <br></span><strong><u><span>Roofing Services </span></u></strong><span>Year after year the winter winds seem to get worse so if you have your doubts about your roof why not get it checked before it?s too late, even one tile missing can cause hundreds of pounds worth of damage. Get your roof checked for any loose or missing roof tiles and get it sorted as soon as possible before the problem causes more very expensive damage.</span> <br><span><br></span><strong><u><span>Tip!</span></u></strong>  <span>Are thinking about having any building work carried out in the future? If you are then now could be a good time to book the builders as many of our builders have been very busy throughout the summer and are booked up months in well in advance. Many people leave booking a builder far too late and very often opt for the builder who can carry out the work first. A little planning and waiting for who you really want could save you money and a lot of heartache.<span> <br> <br></span></span><em><span>For all of these services call and we will provide you details of our recommended trades for you to call saving you time and effort.</span></em> <em><span> </span></em> <span>Plumbers, decorators, builders, electricians, carpenters, central heating experts, roofers, aerial fitters, alarm specialists, architects, kitchen fitters, garage door repairs, damp treatment, carpet fitter, chimney sweep, gardeners, brickwork/paving, handyman, locksmith, oven cleaner, carpet cleaners, white goods repair, stone mason, domestic cleaners - whatever your need we can help!</span> <br><em><span><br></span></em><span><strong>Alison Wilmot<br>Find Me A Tradesperson</strong> </span> <span><span> </span></span> <strong><span> </span></strong> </p> <p> <small> <a href="http://findmeatradesperson.blog.co.uk/2008/09/05/winters-coming-some-tips-for-you-before-the-cold-sets-in-4685332/#comments">Comments</a> </small> </p>tag:findmeatradesperson.blog.co.uk,2008-07-17:/2008/07/17/wet-rooms-are-they-are-fad-4460691/alifmtp2008-07-17T14:53:41+02:002008-07-17T14:53:41+02:00 <p>Wet rooms are they a fad or a must?</p> <p>Modern trends have dedicated a move from traditional bathrooms to contempary styles which have broaden people’s ideas on what they can achieve.</p> <p>What is a wet room?</p> <p>A wetroom is basically a shower room that does not require shower screen or tray and has an open, fully tiled shower area. All water is drained through the floor.</p> <p>Advantages<br> • Stylish<br> • Can increase value of your home (providing you have a second bathroom which has a bath!)<br> • Frees up space in a bathroom<br> • Easy to clean</p> <p>Disadvantages<br> • Watch out for wet towels and tissue clogging and covering drainage<br> • Would need a professional to install it,some people like to do things themselves but getting in a professional will save you time and hassle.<br> • Tiles can be expensive especially the whole area needs to be done, if you use a porpous stone you may need to be resealed every few months which can be a pain.<br> • To just have a wet room in your house could devalue your home, most people like baths especially if they have young children so do be careful in your consideration. </p> <p>Can any one have a wetroom?</p> <p>Some will say yes and some will say no, however there are some guidelines which will determine if its possible.</p> <p>Water drainage – A gradient needs to be created so on the floor the water will channel the shower water into the drain. The entire room then needs to be tanked (made waterproof) and one method of this is to install a floor made of WBP Ply which is then tiled over. Another option is to install a ready made sloping shower former – just like a big tray which again can be tiled over. if you don’t want tiles another possible option could be a Hi-Macs system that slopes towards a drain.</p> <p>To waterproof a room you will need to get the floor primed, lower sections of the walls and around the shower, this will need to be covered in a membrane. Once done tiling can be completed. As a precaution it maybe worth raising the floor so if the drain does block for some reason the room will not flood out underneath the door </p> <p>For more information please contact FMAT so we can put you in touch with our professional wet room specialists. </p> <p> <small> <a href="http://findmeatradesperson.blog.co.uk/2008/07/17/wet-rooms-are-they-are-fad-4460691/#comments">Comments</a> </small> </p>tag:findmeatradesperson.blog.co.uk,2008-07-02:/2008/07/02/calling-all-landlords-electrical-safety-4394599/alifmtp2008-07-02T17:43:46+02:002008-09-08T16:06:59+02:00 <p><strong><em><span>&lsquo;CALLING ALL LANDLORDS&rsquo;</span></em></strong><em><span> </span></em> <br> <p class="MsoNormal"><span>All landlords are aware of the Landlord and Tenant Act 1985 which states that the landlord is to ensure the electrical installation is safe when a tenancy begins and that it is maintained in a safe condition throughout the tenancy.</span></p> <span> </span><span> </span><strong><span>PERIODIC INSPECTION</span></strong><span> </span> <br> <ul> <li class="MsoNormal"><span>All electrical installations deteriorate over time due to wear and tear. </span></li> </ul> <span> </span> <br> <ul> <li class="MsoNormal"><span>It is strongly recommended that rented property is inspected/tested every 5 years or on change of tenant</span></li> </ul> <span> </span> <br> <ul> <li class="MsoNormal"><span>This ensures the safety of users against electric shock and confirms the installation is not damaged or deteriorating</span></li> </ul> <span> </span> <br> <ul> <li class="MsoNormal"><span>Includes a schedule of inspection and testing carried out and a list of recommendations to bring the installation up to current regulations</span></li> </ul> <span> </span><strong><span>PAT TESTING</span></strong><strong><span> </span></strong> <br> <ul> <li class="MsoNormal"><span>Requirement that you protect users of portable electrical equipment from electrical shock and fire hazards</span></li> </ul> <span> </span> <br> <ul> <li class="MsoNormal"><span>Portable appliances must be inspected on a regular basis</span></li> </ul> <span> </span><span> </span> <br> <strong><span>NICEIC </span></strong><span> </span><span>NICEIC is the electrical contracting industry&rsquo;s independent voluntary body for electrical installation matters throughout the </span><span>UK</span><span>. They offer industry-leading certification services, Building Regulations Schemes, products and support to electrical contractors and many other trades within the construction industry. </span><span> </span><strong><span>Safety and competence</span></strong><span> </span><span>Contractors registered by NICEIC are assessed on a regular basis to ensure that they are competent and capable of meeting the relevant technical and safety standards, codes of practice and rules of the Schemes they are registered to.  Each Scheme has a defined set of competence criteria that contractors must meet to achieve and maintain registration. </span><span> </span><strong><span>Compliance with building regulations</span></strong><span> </span> <br> <p class="MsoNormal"><span>Contractors registered to NICEIC Building Regulations Schemes are authorised to self-certify their work without hindrance from Local Authority Building Control.  This saves you both time and money when undertaking work that requires notification under the Building Regulations.</span></p> <span> </span> <p> <small> <a href="http://findmeatradesperson.blog.co.uk/2008/07/02/calling-all-landlords-electrical-safety-4394599/#comments">Comments</a> </small> </p>tag:findmeatradesperson.blog.co.uk,2008-06-20:/2008/06/20/so-what-trades-are-popular-4340279/alifmtp2008-06-20T12:19:23+02:002008-06-24T12:38:01+02:00 <p>Well it’s been a busy week here, lots going on and more interviewing taking place for new tradespeople. As most of you are aware I do vet all my tradespeople and I find it very important to meet each and everyone of them as I feel you can gauge what they are like, I have had many an interview lined up but no tradesperson arrive, imagine me recommending their services to you when they don’t even turn up for me!</p> <p>I am finding that customers are now requesting aerial fitting, domestic white goods repairs, bathroom fitting, oven cleaning, carpet cleaning, window cleaning and general cleaning and that’s a small sample. My builders are still very busy contrary to what the media say about credit crunch and what people are not doing. As mentioned in my previous post, people might not be moving but they are improving!</p> <p>If I can help you in any aspect of improving your home please contact me through the website - have a good weekend.</p> <p>Alison</p> <p> <small> <a href="http://findmeatradesperson.blog.co.uk/2008/06/20/so-what-trades-are-popular-4340279/#comments">Comments</a> </small> </p>tag:findmeatradesperson.blog.co.uk,2008-06-13:/2008/06/13/wont-move-then-lets-improve-4311093/alifmtp2008-06-13T14:44:26+02:002008-06-13T14:44:26+02:00 <p><span><a href="http://www.blog.co.uk/media/photo/calculator/2589769" title="calculator"><img src="http://data5.blog.de/media/769/2589769_ff31529711_s.jpg" alt="calculator" hspace="5" vspace="5"></a><br></span><span><span>I read an interesting article the other day (published in the Daily Mirror) regarding the much despised term "credit crunch" and it affects of home owners, whilst the housing market is seeing its driest spell for decades, homeowners are staying put and improving their properties. I have received a number of calls this week from customers who are looking to add an extension whether it being a single one or going the whole hog and have a double one. This can be great assets for any expanding family, plenty of space in a kitchen, which normally doubles up as dining area and family room especially useful with families with young children and importantly offers more bedroom space. Whilst this will set you back somewhat with builders cost, architects fees and planning applications the outcome as a long-term investment will be rewarding.</p> <p>With estimated moving costs now exceeding £15k and that&rsquo;s before you have even turned the key in the lock to your new house and you can see that people are turning to the existing properties to maximise potential. </p> <p>For those of you who are looking at improving your property and look to increase its value long-term projects worth doing are refitting your kitchen and bathroom. Potential homebuyers always look at these two areas and if it&rsquo;s fitted right and looks good will become a key selling point of your home. You can purchase bathrooms and kitchens for a fraction of the price these days and retailers are always slashing prices, its worth looking out for a bargain there are plenty to be had!</span><span></span><span><br></span><span>If you have some thoughts on projects you would like to get started than email or phone for more information.</p> <p>Any comments appreciated - thanks Alison</span><span> </span><span> </span></span> </p> <p> <small> <a href="http://findmeatradesperson.blog.co.uk/2008/06/13/wont-move-then-lets-improve-4311093/#comments">Comments</a> </small> </p>tag:findmeatradesperson.blog.co.uk,2008-06-09:/2008/06/09/how-fmtp-came-about-4294490/alifmtp2008-06-09T21:21:50+02:002008-06-13T15:16:46+02:00 <p><a href="http://www.blog.co.uk/media/photo/cowboys/2589864" title="Cowboys"><img src="http://data5.blog.de/media/864/2589864_9a66fb1dcc_s.jpg" alt="Cowboys" vspace="5" hspace="5"></a></p> <p>It’s been another busy day for me today - Mondays always brings a rush of jobs, which keeps me busy. I am asked a lot on why I started this business, so I thought I would let you know how this all came about.</p> <p>Having looked for trade’s people myself when I bought my first property I was at a loss on who to ask for recommendation, I think like lots of people I turned to the trusted yellow book to look up the various trades I needed. So keeping my eyes closed and pointing I came across a TV aerial company, shouldn’t go too far wrong - or so I like to think, anyway to cut along story short they were useless, used the wrong colour cable and drilled big holes on the outside of my house and I only wanted another TV point put in!!</p> <p>I started finding a few local tradespeople and started my business in May 2004. Not knowing how this was going to turn out it was a risk but after some effort, I started to get customers. Word of mouth has now spread and to date I have over 40 tradespeople and nearly 4,000 customers. I am very careful on who I affiliate with and I will only take on tradespeople who can provide me with four references, qualifications where required and public liability insurance. It is necessary that I get to know each and everyone of the guys so relationships are formed and trust is established. </p> <p>Alison Wilmot<br> <a href="http://www.findmeatradesperson.co.uk">www.findmeatradesperson.co.uk</a> </p> <p> <small> <a href="http://findmeatradesperson.blog.co.uk/2008/06/09/how-fmtp-came-about-4294490/#comments">Comments</a> </small> </p>tag:findmeatradesperson.blog.co.uk,2008-06-05:/2008/06/05/welcome-4277480/alifmtp2008-06-05T19:04:49+02:002008-06-13T15:22:57+02:00 <p><a href="http://www.blog.co.uk/media/photo/img_4930_me/2589834" title="IMG_4930 me"><img src="http://data5.blog.de/media/834/2589834_eb9d8cd359_s.jpg" alt="IMG_4930 me" vspace="5" hspace="5"></a></p> <p>Welcome to Find Me A Tradespersons new blog spot, I have been meaning to do this for a while but as usual everything else got in the way. I am hoping that who ever reads this will be interested in DIY and support my quest to provide local and reliable tradespeople across Bristol and Bath.</p> <p class="center"><strong>All that left to say is welcome to my blog spot!</strong></p> <p> <small> <a href="http://findmeatradesperson.blog.co.uk/2008/06/05/welcome-4277480/#comments">Comments</a> </small> </p>