- Electrician Search UK - Database of electricians - search by area and specialisation.
www.electrician-search.co.uk
- Find a Local Registered Plumber - Locate an Institute of Plumbing registered plumber by entering the first part of a local post code.
www.plumbers.org.uk/iopmemdb.html
- findabuilder.co.uk - Federation of Master Builders - Search the FMB database of 12,500 members to find a builder or trade in your area for repair or improvement of your property.
www.findabuilder.co.uk
- flyingtoolbox.com - Finds home appliance repairers in your area, rated by people who use them.
www.flyingtoolbox.com
- Handemen. - Database of maintenance, repair or decoration services. Find tradesmen by postcode and specialisation.
www.handemen.co.uk
- Homepages Online - Collection of home improvement resources to help consumers to identify, contact and buy products and services; includes some practical home improvement advice.
www.homepagesonline.com
- HomePro - Service matches vetted builders or contractors with home-owners who have improvement or repair projects.
www.homepro.com
- House.co.uk - British Gas web-site offering advice and tips to home-owners on home maintenance and improvement.
www.house.co.uk
- improveline.com - Service for locating a reputable and available builder, tradesman or contractor; also offers decorating and interior design ideas, and information on legal requirements.
www.improveline.com
- Letsbuildit.co.uk - Portal offering advice and services to the domestic building client. Includes fault finder, step-by-step guides, legal information and tips on choosing a builder, online shopping, cost calculator, news and links to professional resources.
www.letsbuildit.co.uk
- Myson Heat Loss Manager - Software (Windows) for calculating heat loss from the radiator manufacturers; incorporates product catalogue.
www.myson.co.uk/Request.html
- National Home Improvement Council - Trade association lists member companies and organisations that work in the home improvement sector, and offers advice on improving and modernising homes.
www.nhic.org.uk
- Nationwide Window and Conservatory Advisory Service Limited - Established by the Insurance Guarantee Association to provide advice for homeowners; site offers information on double glazing, conservatories, replacement windows and doors, and tips on contractual relations with the suppliers thereof.
www.advisoryservice.co.uk/index.html
- Needs Fixing - Online directory of tradesmen for repairs and services. Searchable by county, town, or postcode.
www.needsfixing.co.uk
- On the Level - Advice for the householder - observations on buildings, the building industry, DIY tips and consumer-related building issues - from Jeff Howell's column in the Sunday Telegraph.
www.onthelevel.in-uk.com
- Planning Approval - A guide to obtaining residential planning permission and maximising development potential within the UK. Provides an explanation of the planning process with tips and hints from a planning consultant.
www.planning-approval.co.uk
- Plumbers UK - Find a local plumber plus tips and hints about plumbing - how to help prevent an emergency or at least minimise the damage until the professional comes along.
www.plumbers.uk.com
- Quotecheckers - Impartial building advice from trade professionals.
www.quotecheckers.co.uk
- Stone Roofing Association - Information about slate, slate roofing, and manufacturers from the Stone Roofing Association.
www.brookes.ac.uk/geology/stoneroof
- Thatch Roof Information - Thatching information covering Norfolk reed, combed wheat, long straw; roof plans and care of thatch.
members.lycos.co.uk/thatcher
- The Almost Impartial Guide - Kitchen Buyers Guide - Advice and tips on designing, buying, and installing kitchens. Directories of suppliers.
www.almostimpartialguide.co.uk/kitchens.htm
- The Window Man - Inside information on all aspects of double glazing.
www.thewindowman.co.uk
- Who To Use - Directory of UK tradesmen, rated by customer comments.
www.whotouse.co.uk
- Windows Today - Online guide to replacement windows, doors and conservatories.
www.windowstoday.co.uk
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