Onlinetradesmen has seen home improvement activity and spend increase over the past year, indicating that business is strong for the sector. Check out the most popular home improvements projects as submitted to the service in 2019.

Onlinetradesmen member Michael Tracey from MNN Plumbing and Heating Limited shares his advice on heat pumps, how they work and possible costs and savings.

We're chatting to Brendan Place, The Window Master this month about his windows and doors business. With over 40 years experience, Brendan has good advice for keeping customers happy and building up all important 5* Ratings.

A price guide for typical electrical jobs submitted via Onlinetradesmen.

We're pleased to profile architect and passive house designer, Rod Maharg this month on our blog. Rod gives us some insight on how he ensures all projects run smoothly - it's no wonder he's one of our top rated architects with his 5 star ratings from delighted clients!

25 Christmas gift ideas for every budget for the tradesman, homeowner, avid gardener or budding DIY’er in your life.

We love chatting to our members and hearing their stories so this month we really loved talking to building contractor Peter Walsh who has a lifetime of experience and stories to tell. From winning awards as a young tradesman, travelling the world and returning home to Galway to setup his company in the 1950s, Peter has done it all!

We are chatting to Jeff Scully, from Scully's Painting and Decorating today.  Jeff has over 20 years in the Painting and Decorating business in the Dublin area. He believes that great service begins and ends with a experienced and friendly professional. Jeff aims to exceed a customers expectations of what a dependable Painter and Decorator can be.  Read on for his advice on getting started and sustaining a thriving business regardless of the economic climate. 

Digital solutions are now at the forefront of home security in and around the home. Following is an overview of four systems aimed to protect your home and property.

When a homeowner starts down the path of a home renovation or extension project, the question of tiling will inevitably be raised. To help you navigate the complexity of a tiling project, here are 5 tiling tips to help you get started.