Local Business Blog

5 Tips for Clean Carpets

04/11/2016

A quality carpet can really make a house feel like a home, adding a touch of comfort and warmth which is appreciated all the more on those winter mornings when hardwood or stone floors can feel like ice beneath your feet. However, as most homeowners discover before long, carpets can be notoriously difficult to keep clean. Professional carpet cleaning is the most effective solution, but here’ . . .

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Tiling Made Easy

04/11/2016

Whether you’re in the midst of redecorating, or simply touching up your grout, knowing how to lay and seal tiles is a useful skill. It’s not a complicated job, yet without proper planning, it is all too easy to end up with an uneven surface, or unsightly gaps. You could call on one of Bristol’s painters and decorators for support, but if you’d rather do it yourself, here . . .

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5 Signs You May Need Plumbing Repairs

04/11/2016

It is all too easy to take your plumbing system for granted. Yet when you use something every day, wear and tear is inevitable, and regular maintenance is essential. As any plumber in Bristol and South Gloucestershire can tell you, it is vital to know how to spot abnormalities in your plumbing, so you can remedy them as soon as possible. A minor blockage or leak can rapidly become far more serious . . .

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What does Brexit mean for UK house prices?

30/09/2016

Now that the dust is starting to settle over the historic decision for the United Kingdom to leave the E.U., we property and economic geeks thought we would take some time to look at the possible positive and negative effects of Brexit on UK house prices. As economists focused on the UK property market, we found this very interesting. And we are not the only ones – we also noticed a sudde . . .

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Why local directories mean big scale results

31/08/2016

Your potential customers are all around you, and with the advent of the internet, the emphasis seems to be on transforming your business so that people from all over the world can access it. How about people who live near you, though? Introducing yourself to your local community is a great opportunity to build face-to-face links with people who can make a real difference to you and your business. . . .

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Optimus Chiropractic & Physiotherapy Low Back Pain:

19/08/2016

80% of us at some point will suffer from low back pain. It is in the top 3 causes of time off work and visits to the doctor. Three common contributors to causing back pain are: Sitting in a slumped posture. Bending and lifting without a straight back. Weakness due to sedantry lifestyle. At Optimus we spend a lot of time managing patients in a lot of pain. Generally the best ad . . .

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Why the words of others can be vital for your business

05/08/2016

If you are considering buying a product or booking a service of some kind online, do you take time to read past customer reviews? Research company Jupiter found out that 77% of people do. Buy something on Amazon and you'll always be asked to provide a review, and some companies have thousands of these collected into a satisfaction rating. Now, consider this from a different angle. How often do . . .

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How to spot a rogue trader

06/07/2016

Here at Trust Local, we’re dedicated to stopping rogue traders by only allowing reputable traders and businesses to advertise their services in our local online directory and magazine. Checking traders are properly qualified is one way of verifying they are who they say they are, but how else can you spot a rogue trader? The cold caller Reputable local traders are unlikely to knock on . . .

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What can an accountant do for me?

02/06/2016

Whether you run your own business, or want to sort out your personal affairs, there are many ways you can benefit from the services of a good accountant.   What a good accountant can do for business owners Whether you are just setting up your business or thinking of expansion, there are reasons for seeking help from an accountant at different times throughout your company's growth. . . .

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9 Tips to Burglar Proof Your Home In Bristol

01/06/2016

Sadly, most homeowners and apartment dwellers in Bristol and the rest of the UK don’t think about home security until it is too late. Yet if you are serious about protecting yourself and your family, that has to start with your home. There is no need to lock it down like Fort Knox (unless you do happen to have a stock pile of gold) but some basic tactics will go a long way to giving you and . . .

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