Skill Builder

Roger Bisby & Dylan Garton
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Skill Builder

Roger Bisby and other guests talk about their experiences in the building industry, look at the latest products and troubleshoot problems listeners are having. Find out more at https://skill-builder.uk.

  1. #31 ~ Which Home Heating System Is Best For You?

    9 JAN

    #31 ~ Which Home Heating System Is Best For You?

    As energy efficiency and sustainability become increasingly important, homeowners have various home heating choices. In the second instalment of our home heating series, Roger looks at heating systems and explains their features and benefits. • Condensing Boilers They are highly efficient boilers that condense water vapour in the exhaust gases to recover heat, leading to higher efficiency and reduced carbon emissions. • Heat Pumps These systems extract heat from the air or ground outside your home and use it to heat your home and water, offering an energy-efficient alternative to traditional heating methods. • Electric Radiators Electric radiators convert electricity directly into heat, offering a simple, often cost-effective, and easy-to-install home heating solution. • Solar Thermal Systems These systems use solar panels to capture energy from the sun, which is then used to heat water stored in a cylinder for home use. • Biomass Boilers Biomass boilers burn natural materials like wood pellets, chips, or logs to provide heating and hot water, offering a renewable and carbon-neutral alternative to fossil fuels. • Hybrid Systems Hybrid heating systems combine a gas boiler with a renewable energy source like a heat pump, balancing eco-friendliness and reliable performance. • Infrared Panels Infrared panels emit heat in the form of infrared radiation, heating objects and people directly, making them a more efficient option for some homes. • District Heating This system provides heat to multiple buildings from a central source through a network of insulated pipes, offering efficient and eco-friendly heating for urban areas. More From Skillbuilder - The Basics Of Heating Your Home WHICH? - Best Heating For Your Home 2025

    26 min

  2. 27/10/2023

    #30 ~ Hard Hat Guide with Russel Pieters from MSA Safety

    Roger has a chat with Russel Pieters from MSA Safety about staying safe on-site and how to choose the correct head protection. Established in 1914, MSA Safety Incorporated is a global leader in the development, manufacture and supply of safety products that protect people and facility infrastructures. Check out the full range of head protection from MSA Safety: gb.msasafety.com/Head-Protection

    25 min

  3. 07/10/2023

    Leaving Your Heating on Constantly – Is It Cheaper? #29

    Should you leave your heating on constantly? or are you better off using your timer? Roger gives us his money-saving advice to reduce your fuel bills this winter. Energy myth-busting with Money Saving Expert: The energy market is in crisis. There are no cheap energy deals due to record wholesale prices (what providers pay), so using less is the best way to save right now. There are obvious ways to cut your usage, such as wearing jumpers and turning lights off, but this guide aims to crack the less-obvious energy conundrums, including if it's cheaper to keep your heating on constantly all day, or whether painting your radiators black can help. READ MORE: Energy Mythbusting - 12 energy-saving conundrums explored More From Skillbuilder - The Secrets Behind Low Energy Bills

    14 min

  4. 08/09/2023

    #28 ~ Secrets of Structural Engineering with John Cranna

    Roger has a chat with Abergavenny-based Structural Engineering expert, John Cranna.. John started his consultancy in 1992, having worked for major engineering consultants Ove Arup, Scott Wilson and Halcrow. ​ He has worked on large buildings, including constructing the Lloyds of London building. Since becoming self-employed, he has gained experience in the smaller scale of construction for domestic and commercial design. He provides a personal, friendly, cost-effective solution to your structural engineering and building needs. He's a chartered engineer, a full Institution of Civil Engineers member, and has professional indemnity insurance. www.johncranna.co.uk More From Skillbuilder - Structural Engineers, What Do They Do?

    30 min

  5. 03/09/2023

    #27 ~ From Carpenter to Inventor with Dan Cox

    Roger Bisby chatted with Dan Cox about his life as a carpenter and how becoming an inventor came naturally. Dan's Ultimate Roofing Square and Essential Hinge Jig. https://www.essential-carpenter-tools.co.uk OTHER DAN COX VIDEOS The Oast House https://youtu.be/2_LNrxL2gvE 6 Roofing Squares Compared https://youtu.be/7qlQW3j6OIQ Dan Demonstrates The Ultimate Roofing Square https://youtu.be/_TmXZ0cGNEI How To Fit Herringbone Joist Struts https://youtu.be/8rgIu8XeLLE Roof Framing Masterclass https://youtu.be/OSDUZPV8GB0

    22 min

  6. 18/05/2023

    #26 ~ Motivation & Self-Employed Builder Burnout

    Roger and Sam discuss working with type 1 diabetes and how to stay motivated and energised as self-employed tradesmen (sorry, tradespeople). FURTHER VIEWING Quoting Jobs & Price Conditioning Reasons for Going Self-Employed Mental Health & Dealing with Stress Special thanks to Sam & Jen from SJ Ward Builders. Check out Sam and Jen on Facebook #mentalhealth #stressrelief #diabetes

    16 min

  7. 18/03/2023

    #25 ~ Tool Theft Campaign Update with Ian Elliott

    Roger catches up with Ian Elliott of CITS (Combined Industries Theft Solutions) to see the state of play with our anti-tool theft campaign. https://www.cits.uk.com Founded in 1958, Clancy is one of the UK's largest privately owned construction firms. https://www.theclancygroup.co.uk

    33 min

  8. 28/08/2022

    #24 ~ Treating Damp & Waterproofing with Safeguard

    Roger is joined by Damian Wallis of Safeguard Europe, the leading manufacturer and supplier of specialist damp-proofing and waterproofing products. Safeguard has grown to become a market leader in the UK and now exports throughout the world. All products are manufactured under an ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 quality & environmental control system, audited by the BSI. The product ranges are accredited by a wide range of industry authorities and international testing houses. They pride themselves on industry-leading technical knowledge and an ability to innovate by developing and manufacturing new products. www.safeguardeurope.com See more about Safeguard on Skill Builder

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Roger Bisby and other guests talk about their experiences in the building industry, look at the latest products and troubleshoot problems listeners are having. Find out more at https://skill-builder.uk.

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  • Creator
    Roger Bisby & Dylan Garton
  • Years Active
    2019 - 2025
  • Episodes
    31
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    © Motion New Media Ltd.
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