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What do you need to become a plasterer? If you’ve ever considered plastering as a career path, take a look at the Local Heroes guide and get started today!
The key to avoiding a broken boiler is regular boiler maintenance. Check out our helpful hints and tips that will keep your boiler running smoothly and efficiently can keep you out of trouble.
What qualifications do you need to be a locksmith? Take a look at the Local Heroes guide to becoming a locksmith and see if it’s the career for you.
If you need to know where to get your keys cut or the average key cutting price, take a look at Local Heroes’ guide to Key Cutting and find out all you need to know.
How much does a locksmith charge? Read the Local Heroes guide to how much locksmiths charge for typical locksmith jobs.
Thermostat not working? Boiler not heating water? There could be many reasons your hot water isn’t working so read on to find out the Local Heroes way to fix it.
How much does a painter and decorator cost? Read the Local Heroes guide to how much painters and decorators charge for typical painting and decorating jobs.
If you’re thinking about trying your hand at some DIY plumbing you’re going to need the right tools for the job. Here’s our guide to best tools to have in your box.
Do you need some plumbing supplies? We’ve put together some suggestions to help you find the items you need for your plumbing products.
How much does a heating engineer cost? Read the Local Heroes guide to how much heating engineer charge for typical heating and boiler jobs.
If you have gas appliances, it's essential that you make sure your home is gas safe. If you're in any doubt, call an engineer on the Gas Safe Register.
How much does a tiler cost? Read the Local Heroes guide to how much tiling costs for typical tiling jobs.
Odd jobs to improve your home over the long weekend. Get the most out of your time off and transform your home in the process
The Local Heroes guide to fix a dripping tap, everything you need to know for a quick repair.
If your pipes are playing up and you’re thinking of calling out a plumber – read our handy guide first.
We’ve all got flat pack furniture wrong at some point. The anger as we try to work out why our new table is missing a leg… Here’s our guide to making sure you get flat pack right.
Have you ever had that panic that you forgot to lock your door? Or because you can't find your keys? Common problems like these are a thing of the past with smart locks.
Thinking about doing a spot of decorating? Want to brighten up one of your rooms, or maybe even the whole house? Well then, you’re probably wondering whether paint or wallpaper is the better choice.
The Local Heroes guide for everything you need to know about how to paint your home’s exterior
How much does an appliance engineer charge? Read the Local Heroes guide to how much appliance engineer costs for typical appliance repair and other engineering jobs.
Rewiring your home, everything you need to know about the benefits of an up to date electrical system
Rewiring your home, everything you need to know about the benefits of an up to date electrical system
Installing and repairing your washing machine, the most effective methods for getting the most out of your appliances, both new and old.
The best way to avoid a broken boiler is to have your boiler serviced annually, and the summertime can be one of the most practical times to get this done.
Your water stopcock is a crucial part of your home. It is the “off” switch for your water mains, and you’ll need to know where it is pretty quickly if you have a serious leak or burst pipe.
If you’ve noticed that your roof is dripping, you should act quickly to work out what the problem is take the appropriate steps to fix the problem
Local Heroes breaks down the different types of boiler, ideal reading if you're thinking of upgrading.
Upgrading your boiler can seem like a daunting task. If you’re thinking about taking the plunge and making a change then our list of pros and cons is essential reading.
Lighting is critical to interior designing, it can instantly transform a good space into a great space. Read the Local Heroes Guide to Lighting.
Are you thinking of upgrading to a dual flush toilet? Or maybe you’ve heard people talk about the benefits, but should you change?
From scratches to faded paint, there’s plenty of reasons why rooms in your home may need a fresh coat of paint every few years. Here are our five great tips for painting walls.
What help do you need? If you have an issue in your home, knowing whether you need a plumber or a drainage engineer can save valuable time and money.
By law, all gas engineers must be on the Gas Safe Register but what is it and what do they do?
Keeping your home as energy efficient as possible is good for the environment and the pocket. Here's our five key ways to create an energy efficient home.
Damp in the home is not a nice feeling - it smells bad, keeps everything wet and can even cause or irritate health problems. Read about the different kinds of damp and how to identify them.
What are today’s nationally recognised electrician qualifications required if you want to work in the UK?
Frozen pipes can be a major problem in winter. Not only does a frozen pipe mean your water supply may be restricted, a frozen pipe can burst and create a serious leak.
What are today’s nationally recognised plumbing qualifications required if you want to work in the UK?
How much does a plumber cost? What factors affect the cost of a plumber? Read the Local Heroes guide to common prices for typical plumber jobs.
What factors affect the cost of an electrician? Read the Local Heroes guide to common prices for typical electrician jobs.
Mosaic tiles have become a common reference term for smaller tiles on a mesh backing. Here’s what you need to know to create the perfect mosaic tile effect…
Boilers are a key part of any central heating system, but not many people understand how exactly their boiler works. Fortunately, we’re here to help.
What tools should I have at home for a bit of DIY? It may seem like an obvious answer but not everyone is keen on DIY and as such would not be sure of essentials when it comes to what tools to own.
Local Heroes breaks down the different types of boiler, ideal reading if you're thinking of upgrading.
Preparing for work on your home before it starts can be a major task, but once it has started how do you cope while the work is going on and what should you look out for during the process?
Stains from water damage can be incredibly unattractive eyesores, and really ruin the aesthetics of your home. So understandably, you want to remove them. Well, here’s how.
Home improvements are a messy affair, being prepared for rubbish removal can make all the difference.
The preparation of a room prior to any home improvements can save both time and money. Find out how now.
The ability to measure a room to a reasonable measure of accuracy can provide confidence when discussing projects - and especially costs - with a tradesperson
Our infographic explains why it's important to have all gas appliances checked at least once every 12 months. Book a Local Hero today to have yours checked.
Read the Local Heroes tips on keeping your bathroom healthy and free flowing.
Finding a plumber is easy, online directories, newspapers, leaflets, there is a lot of ways to find a plumber, any plumber. But finding a good plumber that you can trust is a nightmare.
How to unblock a sink, is a question asked many times. If you cannot unblock your sink yourselves, then book an Local Hero to help you.
If your showerhead is blocked, completely or partially, read our tricks and tips to help solve the problem.
A leaking pipe is not something that can be dealt with later, read our tips on solving the leaky issue.
Whether your toilet is blocked or broken, it's not an issue you can live with for long.
Knowing how to find your stopcock can make the difference between fixing a problem and flooding your home.
An issue with the plumbing in your kitchen can quickly become an overwhelmingly unpleasnt problem.