Services starting with S
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- Safe Installation / Bolting DownSupplying and professionally anchoring safes to the floor or wall to meet insurance standards.
- Safe OpeningDiagnosing and opening a locked safe due to lost keys, forgotten code, or electronic fault.
- Safety Netting / Fall ArrestInstalling safety nets within open structural steelwork or timber frames to catch falling workers.
- Sand & Cement RenderingApplying a traditional mix of sand and cement mortar to waterproof and smooth external walls.
- Sanitaryware ReplacementSwapping old ceramics for new ones, such as installing a wall-hung toilet or pedestal basin.
- Scaffold Design & CalculationsEngineering drawings and load calculations for non-standard or complex scaffold structures.
- Scaffold InspectionsLegal safety inspections (ScaffTag) required every 7 days or after storms to ensure structural integrity.
- Scorched / Damaged Electrical Component RepairMaking safe and replacing burnt terminals, overheated junction boxes, or scorched connections.
- Scrap Car CollectionCollecting an old, failed MOT, or non-runner vehicle for recycling and issuing a Certificate of Destruction (COD).
- Secondary Glazing InstallationFitting discreet internal aluminium secondary sliding/hinged frames with acoustic laminate glass to eliminate noise and draft without altering primary heritage windows.
- Security & Floodlight InstallationWiring and mounting PIR motion-sensor or dusk-to-dawn exterior security floodlights.
- Self StorageRental of a private lock-up unit or shipping container where you hold the key and have frequent access.
- Septic Tank EmptyingVacuum tanker removal of waste sludge from septic tanks.
- Septic Tank InstallationExcavating and installing a tank system that settles waste.
- Sewage Treatment Plant InstallationInstalling an electric unit that treats waste to a clean standard.
- Sewage Treatment Plant ServicingMechanical maintenance of motors, pumps, and discs in treatment units.
- Sharps Search & RemovalSearching for and safely disposing of hypodermic needles and drug paraphernalia.
- Sheeting & Shrink WrapWrapping the scaffold in Monarflex or heat-shrunk plastic to contain dust and protect the environment.
- Shell-Only ConversionThe specialist installs the steel beams, floor joists, dormer structure, and windows, leaving the plastering and electrics to you.
- Shoring ScaffoldingRaking or dead shores designed to support the weight of unsafe walls or structures physically.
- Shower Enclosure FittingInstalling glass shower screens, doors, and stone/acrylic trays to create a sealed shower cubicle.
- Shower Installation / RepairInstalling thermostatic mixer showers or fixing flow issues.
- Shower Pump InstallationInstalling a pump to boost water pressure for gravity-fed systems.
- Side Dormer ConversionBuilding a dormer on the side elevation of a property, often used on detached houses where rear extension isn't possible.
- Silicone ResealingRemoving old, black mouldy sealant from around baths/showers and applying a fresh, watertight bead.
- Silverfish Infestation TreatmentMicro-encapsulated residual spraying and micro-dust application behind skirting boards and bath panels to eliminate silverfish.
- Single Ply Membrane InstallationInstalling lightweight synthetic membranes (PVC/TPO) using heat welding.
- Single Storey ExtensionBuilding a ground-floor addition to increase living or kitchen space.
- Site ClearanceClearing a plot of all vegetation, fly-tipped waste, rubble, and surface debris.
- Skimming / Re-skimmingApplying a thin 2-3mm top coat of multi-finish plaster to create a smooth surface ready for painting.
- Skirting Boards & ArchitravesCutting and fixing decorative timber moulding around the base of walls and door frames.
- Slate Roof InstallationInstalling natural or man-made slates for a traditional or modern finish.
- Slate Roof RepairRefixing slipped slates or replacing broken ones using tingles or lead straps.
- Sliding Patio Door InstallationInstalling inline or lift-and-slide slimline aluminium/uPVC sliding patio door systems providing uninterrupted expansive glass views.
- Sliding Sash Window InstallationInstalling modern spiral-balance uPVC sash windows or authentic cord-and-weight timber box sash windows for period and heritage homes.
- Smart Home Automation System InstallationInstalling inline smart relays, dimming modules, and programmable hubs for app-controlled power.
- Smart Thermostat InstallationWiring central heating receiver units (such as Nest or Hive) to boilers, motorized valves, and power sources.
- Smoke & Heat Alarm Testing & ReplacementTesting optical sensors, renewing 10-year expired alarm heads, and cleaning sensor chambers.
- Soakaway InstallationInstalling underground crates to disperse rainwater into the soil.
- Socket Repair & Faceplate ReplacementReplacing cracked, loose, scorched, or faulty plug socket faceplates like-for-like or with decorative finishes.
- Soffit Vent InstallationInstalling circular or strip vents in soffit boards to allow airflow into the loft.
- Soft Strip DemolitionRemoving non-structural elements like fixtures, fittings, suspended ceilings, and partitions.
- Soft Wash Roof CleaningApplying a biocide treatment to clean the roof gently without high-pressure water.
- Solar Battery Storage Capacity ExpansionConnecting supplementary modular battery units to an existing residential or commercial battery stack.
- Solar Battery Storage Servicing & RepairDiagnosing Battery Management System (BMS) error codes, degraded cell modules, firmware communication drops, or charging issues.
- Solar DC Isolator & Cabling RepairReplacing degraded solar-grade DC cabling, burnt rooftop DC isolator switches, and weathered MC4 solar connectors.
- Solar Immersion Power Diverter InstallationInstalling microgeneration controllers (such as Eddi) to direct excess solar output into water cylinder immersion heaters.
- Solar Inverter Diagnostics & RepairTracing isolation resistance (ISO) errors, DC ground faults, grid voltage trips, or Wi-Fi monitoring connection loss.
- Solar Panel Bird ProofingInstalling wire mesh around solar panels to stop pigeons nesting underneath.
- Solar Panel Bird Proofing InstallationSupplying and fitting galvanised UV-coated steel mesh barriers around solar panel frames to permanently exclude nesting pigeons without drilling panel frames.
- Solar Panel CleaningPure de-ionised water washing using non-abrasive solar brushes to remove dirt, soot, and grime without damaging anti-reflective glass coatings.
- Solar Platform ScaffoldingSpecific configuration providing wide access decks and loading areas for handling solar panels safely.
- Solar PV & Battery Storage Electrical ConnectionWiring and integrating hybrid inverters, AC-coupled battery systems, and generation meters to the main board.
- Solar PV & Battery System Health Check AuditUndertaking thermal imaging drone/camera inspections, open-circuit voltage tests, and IV curve tracing to identify failing cells and yield losses.
- Solar PV System Decommissioning & RemovalComplete electrical isolation, safe dismounting of panels and mounting rails, removal of inverters, and making roof penetrations weather-tight.
- Solar PV System ExpansionAdding extra solar panels to an existing array to increase peak kilowatt generation capacity.
- Solar Roof Mounting & Hardware RepairSecuring loose solar panel clamps, realigning distorted aluminium mounting rails, and re-weatherproofing solar roof bracket attachments.
- Solar String Inverter ReplacementReplacing failed or end-of-life solar string inverters with modern, high-efficiency smart Wi-Fi units.
- Solar System Compliance & Documentation RemediationInspecting non-certified or inherited solar installations, verifying electrical schematics, and creating compliant documentation for property sales.
- Solid Wood Flooring InstallationLaying traditional solid oak or pine planks, often nailed or glued down.
- Solid Wood Worktop Installation & OilingCutting, edge-profiling, fitting expansion gaps, routing underside moisture barriers, and multi-coat protective oiling.
- Spring / Deep CleaningIntensive one-off cleaning of an occupied home, moving light furniture to clean skirting boards, cobwebs, and neglected areas.
- Staircase Balustrade RefurbishmentReplacing handrails, newel posts, and spindles on an existing staircase to update its look.
- Staircase Towers (HAKI Stairs)Erecting proper metal staircases for safe personnel movement between levels, replacing ladders.
- Standard Fitted Kitchen InstallationScribe-fitting, levelling, and securing base units, wall units, tall larder housings, and end panels from standard modular ranges.
- Steel Shearing & CuttingUsing hydraulic shears to cut heavy steel beams and scrap metal into recyclable sizes.
- Stone Floor PolishingGrinding and polishing natural stone floors to remove scratches and restore a mirror finish.
- Stopcock Repair / ReplacementFixing or replacing the main internal water isolation valve.
- Storm Damage RepairImmediate fixing of missing tiles or structural damage caused by high winds.
- Strip and SealStripping off old polish layers, scrubbing the floor, and applying new sealant/polish to restore shine.
- Structural RepairsRectifying subsidence, bowed walls, or collapsed floors to restore structural integrity.
- Stud Wall PartitioningBuilding internal timber frames to divide rooms or create corridors before plasterboarding.
- Sun Tunnel InstallationInstalling a reflective tube system to channel light to dark rooms below.
- Surge Protection Device (SPD) InstallationFitting an SPD into the consumer board to protect sensitive appliances and electronics against electrical voltage spikes.
- Suspended Ceilings (MF Ceilings)Installing a metal frame grid hung from the structural ceiling to hide wires/pipes, ready for boarding.