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Glow-worm backs Plumb Center solar thermal training
UK heating manufacturer Glow-worm has added to the appeal of Plumb Center’s solar thermal training course by offering a cashback incentive. Between January and March 2013, Glow-worm is offering all...
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George Clarke to open Practical Installer
Architect and TV presenter George Clarke (pictured right) will open the Practical Installer arena, which promises to be one of the biggest visitor attractions at Ecobuild 2013. Produced by Plumb Center...
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George Clarke says every home in Britain needs an MOT
Architect and TV presenter George Clarke today opened Plumb Center’s Practical Installer Arena at London’s ExCeL – one of Ecobuild 2013’s biggest attractions – and called for every home in the land to...
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Ecobuild treat for 1000th trainee
One lucky Plumb Center customer was given a bottle of champagne by Restoration Man George Clarke, at this year’s Ecobuild. Stephen White, from Ken White Developments, was the 1,000th person to attend a...
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The Green Deal to put more money in installers’ pockets
The Government has applauded the work Plumb Center is doing on Green Deal, which will help put more money in installers’ pockets. Energy efficient improvements under Green Deal can be financed with...
View ArticlePlumb Center to star at Greenbuild Expo
Visitors to the Plumb Center stand at Greenbuild Expo 2013 will have the chance to win a prize worth £2,000. Greenbuild Expo, which gives installers the opportunity to increase their skills and their...
View ArticleUK householders are being urged to watch their water usage, for fear of a...
UK Water companies Thames, South East and Anglican, are encouraging their customers to use water wisely, because – according to Thames Water – Britain is never “more than 18 months of very dry weather...
View ArticleNew renewables training centre for NI installers
A new training centre for Northern Ireland heating installers that focuses on renewable technologies is set to open in Portadown in County Armagh. The Portadown training centre, located at the Kingspan...
View ArticlePlumb Center responds to Green Deal figures
The Green Deal is gathering momentum, according to figures released by the Department of Energy and Climate Change (DECC). The government’s flagship environmental initiative was launched on 28 January...
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Homes overhaul
With the planned implementation of the Government’s Renewable Heat Incentive for domestic properties this summer, following months of debate and the eventual launch of the Green Deal, it’s tempting to...
View ArticleTop award for CO safety campaign
A nationwide Wise up to CO (carbon monoxide) campaign, designed to bring the silent killer to justice, last night (25 April) won Plumb Center and Parts Center the H&V News Safety Initiative of the...
View ArticlePlumb Center and Parts Center launch month-long CO campaign
Stopping the silent killer in its tracks is the aim of a nationwide campaign in more than 500 Plumb Center and Parts Center branches throughout May. Wise up to CO is designed to drive home the message...
View ArticleSmall spaces, big ideas
Plumb Center is now stocking Ideal Standard’s latest breakthrough in bathroom design, Concept Space. A range of ceramics, baths and storage solutions, Concept Space is designed to transform any space –...
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Plumb Center responds to fuel poverty
The Department of Energy and Climate Change – DECC – has released the fuel poverty annual report and fuel poverty statistics for 2011. The report shows a slight drop in the number of UK households...
View ArticleSolar thermal? Plumb Center has it covered
Plumb Center should be the first stop for installers looking to fit solar thermal – thanks to its unmatched service offer and extensive staff training. Branch staff have been trained so they’re now as...
View ArticleBurning issues
Compliance with Part G of the Building Regulations aims to highlight the need for hot water safety, sanitation and efficiency. Julie McLean offers advice on the products that can improve safety. A...
View ArticlePlumb Center and Parts Center release new Android apps
Did you know 95% of Smartphone users search for local business details, and 89% use their phones throughout the day? Sound familiar? Well tech-savvy Plumb Center and Parts Center customers will...
View Article#InstallerAsk with Tim Pollard, Plumb Center’s Head of Sustainability
On Thursday 20th June Installer held a live Q&A session with Plumb Center’s Head of Sustainability, Tim Pollard. Followers were able to contribute by following below or via twitter by using...
View ArticleOne death is too many
One death from carbon monoxide poisoning, is one too many – this was the clear message from a major conference staged by the Institution of Gas Engineers & Managers (IGEM). Carbon Monoxide –...
View ArticleRetrofitting a heat pump, siting & insulation
Retrofitting a heat pump, siting & insulation: guide from Practical InstallerLive at Ecobuild 2013. See Vaillant’s live demonstration of how to retrofit a heat pump from the Plumb Center Practical...
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