28 MAG 2024 · Today, our attention turned to the fact that It’s been just over two years since the Boiler Upgrade Scheme was launched and it looked like the end for gas boilers – but yet we’re still seeing them installed in new build properties… So today, Clive wanted to know – how do you think it’s gone – and, in terms of retrofitting generally, is it something you’ll look into for your specific trade?  We were joined by the Minister for Green Energy, Lord Callanan for his thoughts and to update us – and also heard from Plumbing & Heating Supremo John Crucikshank from Cruickshank Plumbing & Heating… There’s also the pub lunch quiz for your chance to grab 6 points, as well as the very best messages we received!

24 MAG 2024 · Clive sits down with TV Doctor Helen Wall as he discusses all the health implications of working in the construction industry - what to look out for and how to deal with it. He asks Dr Helen about Asbestosis and how to look out for early warning signs, and puts your health concerns and worries to the doctor to help!

23 MAG 2024 · Today it was lighthearted Thursday – and with an incredible summer of sport on the way, especially in Paris with the Olympic games now just 64 days away… it got Clive thinking, if there was an Olympic games for the trade – which trade would come out on top and WHY?! There were great contributions from some great friends of the show - and there’s also the Pub Lunch Quiz, for your chance to grab yourself 6 points, as well as the very best messages we received! Enjoy!

22 MAG 2024 · Today, our attention turned to the fact yesterday’s show was really heavy – as we got our teeth stuck in to tool theft – so today, Clive wanted to look at the positives of working in the trade – so, he asked you – what do you think the tell-tale signs of a good tradesperson is? Is it top craftsmanship? Leaving the work tidy for the next trade – or even just being on time? We were joined by great friends of the show Dean Saxton and Daniel Vaughn for their thoughts… As always, there’s also the pub lunch quiz for your chance to grab 6 points, as well as the very best messages we received!

21 MAG 2024 · Today, our attention turned to the absolute blight of the construction industry – tool theft. And the time for talking was over, as Clive wanted to know what you ACTUALLY wanted to see done about it. We were joined by Shaoib Awan, as he told us all about a protest he has planned for it – and Ian Hodgkinson, as he revealed all about a horrific set of circumstances he found himself in… As always, there’s also the pub lunch quiz for your chance to grab 6 points, as well as the very best messages we received!

20 MAG 2024 · Today, our attention turned to knowing your worth in the construction in the industry – something I always talk about – especially when it comes to running your business. So today, Clive asked you about how and what you charge, especially in terms of quotes – do you charge for estimates, and do you ever drop your rates to stay competitive? We were joined by two great friends of the show, Steve Gray from Steve Gray Gas Services and Archie, from Measure Twice Cut Nice…There’s also the pub lunch quiz for your chance to grab 6 points, as well as the very best messages we received!

16 MAG 2024 · Today it was lighthearted Thursday – and after one week of sun last week – it’s certainly got a lot us pining for warmer climates…So today, Clive wanted to know, where are you off on holiday this summer – and where would your dream destination be to escape from the hustle and bustle of working in the trades! There were great contributions from some great friends of the show - and there’s also the Pub Lunch Quiz, for your chance to grab yourself 6 points, as well as the very best messages we received! 

15 MAG 2024 · Today, our attention turned to the fact that as tradespeople we always like to make sure our work is of the very highest standard, but when it comes to finishing the job, how do you make sure you’ve given the client a top quality finish? So today, Clive wanted to know - how do you snag your own work and make sure it’s right for the next trade? We were joined by two top tradespeople – Steph the Pink Plasterer and Dave Finnagan from Elwood Enterprises, as they give us their thoughts… We also continued checking in on mental health awareness week, as we were joined by TV legend Jeff Brazier to discuss his journey and the importance of opening up… There’s also the pub lunch quiz for your chance to grab 6 points, as well as the very best messages we received!

13 MAG 2024 · Today, our attention turned to the fact managing relationships and expectations of clients & customers is difficult, especially when things like parking, prices & even being offered cups of tea come into play – so, today, Clive wanted to know, what causes the most tension between you and your customers?  We were joined by great friends of the show Mike Jones from Panelling Perfect and Ryan from RWC Plastering – and we also chatted to Steve Kerslake – given that it’s mental health awareness week, as we checked in to see how you are doing. There’s also the pub lunch quiz for your chance to grab 6 points, as well as the very best messages we received!

9 MAG 2024 · Today it was lighthearted Thursday – and off the back of a story that thousands of people were late for work due to issues with iPhone alarms, Clive wanted to know the best excuses you’ve ever heard for being late! There were great contributions from some great friends of the show - and there’s also the Pub Lunch Quiz, for your chance to grab yourself 6 points, as well as the very best messages we received! Enjoy!