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Young people looking to ‘AI-proof’ trade jobs while employers want human skills

Checkatrade’s recent survey found that 48% of young people were considering a trade career.

The Independent UK · Aug 23

Experts warn these everyday garden features are behind some of the most common neighbour disputes – but there are ways to avoid conflict

These are ways to avoid conflict

Ideal Home · Jun 19

Renovation Diary: Turning a 1960s house into our dream home – the trials and tribulations of architects, planning permission and builders

The trials and tribulations of architects, planning permission and builders

Ideal Home · Feb 4

Tradespeople struggling with growing costs and bureaucracy, study finds

Checkatrade said that while there is room for optimism, significant concerns remain.

Evening Standard · Sep 28, 2025

Fix draughts and check your energy tariff: five steps to getting a home ready for winter

Summer is over but a few simple tests and cleanups can ensure you keep warm as the seasons change

The Guardian - UK · Sep 24, 2025

The home renovation projects that have become cheaper in recent months

Reductions in the costs of some materials appear to be having an impact on the cost of works

Evening Standard · Jul 27, 2025

Skills shortage jeopardising pledge to build 1.5 million homes, report warns

A critical shortage of skilled workers is jeopardising the Government’s pledge to build 1.5 million new homes by 2029, according to research.

Evening Standard · Jul 3, 2025

Warning issued to government over building 1.5 million homes pledge

The Labour government made building 1.5 million new homes by 2029 one of its key policies

The Independent UK · Jul 2, 2025

Badenoch does not deny key Tory donor has pulled funding

Richard Harpin, the founder of repairs business HomeServe and review website Checkatrade, has been a long-time donor to the Conservatives.

Evening Standard · Apr 8, 2025

Is your conservatory letting your house down? Here's how to modernise it for an instant upgrade

Get an instant upgrade

Ideal Home · Apr 7, 2025