True Care Trades

15/05/2026

Something we're noticing more and more on our gas safety visits: CO alarms that are out of date, undated, not working or missing altogether.

It's just one of those things that quietly slips under the radar. A CO alarm gets fitted, the years pass, and nobody quite remembers when it went in or when it needs replacing.

Carbon monoxide is invisible and odourless, and the only thing standing between you or your tenants and a potential exposure is a working alarm. Most CO alarms have a lifespan of 7 years - after that, they may look fine but no longer detect reliably.

Under the Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Alarm (Amendment) Regulations 2022, a working CO alarm is a legal requirement in any room containing a gas appliance. A quick check today could save you a headache - and more importantly, keep you or your tenants safe.

Our tip: write the installation date on the alarm with a permanent marker when you fit it. Simple, free, and means you'll always know where you stand.

If you're not sure about the status of your CO alarm, we're always happy to advise on our next visit.
📞 020 3051 0470
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03/05/2026

We see it every week. A perfectly serviceable boiler, a heating system that looks fine on the outside - and inhibitor levels so low they're offering almost no protection at all.

Inhibitor is what keeps your central heating system healthy from the inside. It stops the water corroding your pipework and radiators, prevents sludge from building up, and keeps your boiler running efficiently for longer. It's not glamorous. It's not something you can see. But without it, your heating system is quietly damaging itself every time it fires up.

Topping it up is one of the simplest, most cost-effective bits of maintenance a landlord can do. We offer it at £100 as a standalone visit, or £80 when we're already on site for a gas safety check or boiler service.

If you can't remember the last time inhibitor levels were checked at your property - there's a good chance they need attention.

Give us a call or drop us a message. We cover London and Manchester and we're always happy to help.

📍 London and Manchester
📞 020 3051 0470
🌐 www.truecaretrades.co.uk

27/04/2026

Not every flat has a boiler. A lot of them have an HIUs instead.

An HIU - Heat Interface Unit - is the box in the cupboard that connects your flat to the building's shared heating and hot water system. Most tenants don't know what it is. Most landlords don't think about it. Until it breaks.

And when it breaks, your tenant has no heating and no hot water. No quick fix either - because most engineers don't work on them, and getting it sorted through the building's managing agent can take days.

That's where regular servicing makes all the difference.

Staying on top of your HIU service each year pays for itself many times over. The unit runs better, lasts longer, and is far less likely to cause problems for your tenant. You get the peace of mind that comes from knowing everything has been properly checked and signed off. And your manufacturer's warranty stays fully valid - meaning if anything does ever go wrong, you're protected. It's one of those jobs where doing it right from the start makes everything easier down the line.

True Care Trades carries out HIU servicing across London and Manchester. We know these units, we turn up prepared, and we get it done right.

📍 London and Manchester
📞 020 3051 0470
🌐 www.truecaretrades.co.uk

25/04/2026

There's a moment in any small business journey where you look up from the day-to-day and realise something has shifted - we had one of those moments recently.

This week, True Care Trades won at the Kingston Borough Business Awards. 🏆

We're still taking it in.

A year ago, it was one engineer quietly doing a handful of jobs a month, hoping the phone would ring and that the people who trusted us would feel it was worth it. No big budget, no flashy strategy - just a genuine belief that if we showed up, did honest work, and treated every home with the care it deserved, something good would come of it.

This kind of growth doesn't belong to us - it belongs to every person who booked us, recommended us to a neighbour, or took two minutes to leave a kind word online. You gave us the chance to prove ourselves, and we hope we've honoured that trust every single time.

And we're not stopping there. We're thrilled to announce that we've significantly expanded - both in geography and in what we can offer.

We're now serving Manchester alongside London and surrounding areas, and we've grown our services well beyond gas safety and boiler work. Whether you're a landlord, a property manager, or a homeowner, we can now help you with:

Electricians and EICR testing
Bathroom renovations
Kitchen renovations
Legionella risk assessments
Fire risk assessments
EPC assessments and floor plans
HIU (Heat Interface Unit) servicing
Unvented high pressure hot water cylinder servicing
Plantroom maintenance for blocks of flats and large scale commercial gas work

Want to see the impact? We've mapped every single one:

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One trusted network. One standard of care. Across everything we do.

📍 London and Manchester
📞 020 3051 0470
🌐 www.truecaretrades.co.uk

24/04/2026

Gas Safety Check. Full Boiler Service. Done properly.

Not rushed. Not ticked off a list. Actually done - with care, with expertise, and a full certificate issued the same day.

Here's what you actually get with True Care Trades:

Every gas appliance inspected, tested and certified. Heat exchanger, burners, flue, ignition, electrics, gas connections, safety devices - all of it checked, not skimmed. Combustion readings taken. Gas tightness tested. Maintenance record updated. Plain-English report sent straight to you.

And we flag the things others miss. The CO alarm past its replacement date. The expansion vessel quietly losing charge. The inhibitor levels offering zero protection. The flue that isn't sealed the way it should be.

Your Gas Safety Certificate is a legal requirement. But more than that, your tenants are living in that property, breathing that air, trusting that someone has made sure everything is safe. We take that seriously - so you don't have to worry.

Gas Safe registered. Transparent pricing. Same day documentation. Engineers who actually care.

📍 London and Manchester
📞 020 3051 0470
🌐 www.truecaretrades.co.uk

10/10/2025

A moment to say thank you.

When we started back in May, we were one plumber and did 5 jobs in the whole month.

This week? Our plumber and four gas and heating engineers completed 47 jobs across Surbiton and South West London.

Since mid-August alone, we've completed over 160 boiler services across our community. Want to see the impact? We've mapped every single one:

https://www.google.com/maps/d/edit?mid=1fB32wnfN7yD417WHDxdgloDQTKc8FxI&ll

This kind of growth doesn't come from clever marketing or discounts. It comes from doing right by people - treating every home with care, being transparent about pricing, and showing up with the expertise and emotional intelligence that letting a stranger into your space deserves.

Every job matters. Every home matters. Every bit of trust you've placed in us matters.

To everyone who's booked us, recommended us to neighbours, or left us a review - thank you. You've built this with us.
We're not slowing down. Same care, same standards, just reaching more homes that need reliable trades work done by people who actually give a damn.

www.truecaretrades.co.uk

True Care Trades Gas and Heating Engineer Service Region

25/08/2025

Gas Safe Engineer - SW London Opportunity

Hi neighbours! Our heating company launched in May 2025 when a gas engineer, plumber, and electrician teamed up to service SW London customers.

Current situation: We are growing like there is no tomorrow. We're doing 15 gas boiler services a week in August and have demand for 25 more, but we're being selective about who joins our team.

About us: Our gas engineer has 30+ years experience with 400+ Checkatrade reviews averaging 9.98. We've got 28 Google reviews so far - all 5-stars.

What we need: Experienced Gas Safe engineer for domestic work - boiler services, breakdowns, and installations primarily across KT, TW, SW postcodes.

But here's what we REALLY need:
🔥 HUNGRY - wants to build something special
🔥 HARD WORKING - no shortcuts, no excuses
🔥 HONEST - with customers and teammates
🔥 EXCEPTIONAL WORKMANSHIP - pride in every job
🔥 GOOD COMMUNICATOR - customers love working with you. You explain stuff in plain English that customers can understand.

Anything less won't be good enough.

What we offer:
✅ Above market wages
✅ Electric van OR fuel covered
✅ Electric car for personal use (salary sacrifice)
✅ Flexible hours - your choice (Overtime in the evenings and Saturdays is available)
✅ Great team culture
✅ Company invests in YOU

The opportunity: Most work comes from cross-referrals between trades. Your excellent gas work creates plumbing and electrical opportunities for the team.

Think you've got what it takes?

Call/text: 07515 526582

£3,000 FINDER'S FEE for successful introductions (paid after probation)

24/08/2025

📸 Sometimes you need to see it to believe it.

We use thermal imaging technology to show customers exactly how their radiators are performing. Before we start work, you can see the cold spots, uneven heat distribution, and inefficient areas in full colour.

After bleeding and balancing your radiators? The thermal camera shows you the transformation - even heat distribution, optimal performance, and maximum efficiency across your entire heating system.

No more taking our word for it. You can see the results for yourself, in real-time.

This technology helps us deliver better outcomes and gives you complete confidence that your heating system is working exactly as it should.

Because transparency matters. Your heating efficiency matters. And seeing the proof matters too.
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11/08/2025

♻️ Sometimes the best solution isn't the newest one.
Called to a customer with leaking 70-year-old Supataps bath filler taps. They asked for the most cost-effective solution - repair or replace?

We chose repair. Sourced the right parts and got these vintage beauties to perfect working condition, and saved the customer hundreds while keeping quality taps out of landfill.

This is what sustainable plumbing looks like - working with what we have, extending product life, and delivering the outcome that's best for both customer and environment.

Not everything old needs replacing. Sometimes it just needs the right care.

09/08/2025

🏆 MAJOR ACHIEVEMENT: We're now CHAS Certified

This isn't just another certificate for the wall. CHAS certification is the elite recognition that only contractors who demonstrate exceptional health and safety standards can achieve.

What this means for you: When True Care Trades arrives at your door, you're getting a team that has been independently verified to exceed industry standards. We don't just meet expectations - we set them.

From gas safety to electrical work, plumbing to locksmith services - every job is completed to the highest professional standards because that's what CHAS certification demands.

This recognition puts us among the top contractors in the UK. Your home, your safety, your peace of mind - in the hands of proven professionals.

🌐 www.truecaretrades.co.uk