JT Atkinson

Picking a craftsman can be daunting, especially if you’ve never needed to before. We are constantly bombarded with homes from hell type TV programmes highlighting the numerous rogue tradesman working on homes all across the UK but fear not, if you know where to look finding a master craftsman couldn’t be easier. We understand that your home is your pride and joy and it now needs some work, whether it’s a complete overhaul or just a faulty shower you’ll need a professional. The trouble is there are so many to choose from, how are you supposed to know who is right for the job and more importantly who’s capable of doing the job right? Continue reading →

Picking a craftsman can be daunting, especially if you’ve never needed to before. We are constantly bombarded with homes from hell type TV programmes highlighting the numerous rogue tradesman working on homes all across the UK but fear not, if you know where to look finding a master craftsman couldn’t be easier. We understand that your home is your pride...

JT Atkinson Builders Merchant have now opened their Pickering branch, creating a number of new jobs in the local area. Continue reading →

Brandon Lewis, the Housing Minister, recently announced that the government has a target of constructing one million homes by the end of this Parliament in 2020. However, an industry report has found that only just over 50% of the required homes were built in the past three years. This shows that significant improvements need to be made in the industry in order to meet the new target. Can this target actually be met, and how can house builders and others within the industry contribute to the success? Continue reading →

Brandon Lewis, the Housing Minister, recently announced that the government has a target of constructing one million homes by the end of this Parliament in 2020. However, an industry report has found that only just over 50% of the required homes were built in the past three years. This shows that significant improvements need to be made in the industry...

Monday the 16th of November will mark the beginning of Carbon Monoxide Awareness Week, a nationwide campaign highlighting the dangers associated with carbon monoxide and the devastating effect it can have when it goes undetected. There are approximately 50 accidental deaths per year in the UK from carbon monoxide poisoning, and over 1,000 recorded cases of admissions to hospital - which can often lead to lasting neurological damage. We've put together some helpful tips to help you and your family stay safe from carbon monoxide and how to spot the signs of carbon monoxide poisoning. Continue reading →

With the recent changes in regulations that require all rented properties to be fitted with carbon monoxide alarms in rooms that have an appliance that burns solid fuels, installers have a pivotal role to play in helping consumers understand the risks of carbon monoxide poisoning. This silent killer can be a problem in both rented and owner-occupied properties, and often people don’t realise how dangerous it can be. Continue reading →

With the recent changes in regulations that require all rented properties to be fitted with carbon monoxide alarms in rooms that have an appliance that burns solid fuels, installers have a pivotal role to play in helping consumers understand the risks of carbon monoxide poisoning. This silent killer can be a problem in both rented and owner-occupied properties, and often...

In aid of Breast Cancer Awareness Month and to raise money for Breast Cancer Now the whole JT Atkinson team took part in the national #WearItPink event. We had a fantastic response from the whole team and the customers who were in store during the Wear It Pink day. Staff members across the North East and Cumbria had to wear something pink in support of the event, the team at head office put on a pink themed cake sale with the proceeds going to Breast Cancer Now. Continue reading →

In aid of Breast Cancer Awareness Month and to raise money for Breast Cancer Now the whole JT Atkinson team took part in the national #WearItPink event. We had a fantastic response from the whole team and the customers who were in store during the Wear It Pink day. Staff members across the North East and Cumbria had to wear something pink in support...