Local business directory for North Preston http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/ en homehandbooks.co.uk Mon, 25 Oct 2010 00:00:00 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/David_Haworth/5/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/David_Haworth/5/ Architects, Preston, Architectural services, Preston If you want an extension, loft conversion or alteration to your house anywhere in the Preston area, David Haworth is the first person to turn to Wed, 19 Jun 2013 16:26:35 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/David_Wiles/94/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/David_Wiles/94/ Driving instructors, Preston David established his Fulwood-based driving school, WLS Driver Training, in 2009, after qualifying as an instructor with Surepass in 2007. Wed, 12 Jun 2013 16:41:00 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/south-ribble/garstang/listings/Easy_Web_Sites_Ltd____/342/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/south-ribble/garstang/listings/Easy_Web_Sites_Ltd____/342/ If you want a well-designed website for a keen price, Easy Web Sites’ boss Jim Reilly is well worth calling. Wed, 12 Jun 2013 13:25:09 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/south-ribble/leyland/listings/REV_MARK_NORTHCOTT/341/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/south-ribble/leyland/listings/REV_MARK_NORTHCOTT/341/ A passion for pianos and piano tuning fuels the Reverend Mark Northcott’s desire to help people rediscover their love for playing. Wed, 12 Jun 2013 13:19:27 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/south-ribble/bamber-bridge/listings/McDade_Roberts_Chartered_accountants/340/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/south-ribble/bamber-bridge/listings/McDade_Roberts_Chartered_accountants/340/ If one quality marks out accountants McDade Roberts, it’s friendliness. Wed, 12 Jun 2013 13:14:25 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/south-ribble/preston/listings/Army_Ants_Removals__/339/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/south-ribble/preston/listings/Army_Ants_Removals__/339/ Larger-than-life character Anthony Walmsley is a young man going places. Wed, 12 Jun 2013 13:08:23 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/south-ribble/preston/listings/Army_Ants_self-storage/338/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/south-ribble/preston/listings/Army_Ants_self-storage/338/ If you need to store it, give Gary Hickey a call – whether you’re a tradesman, business or householder. Wed, 12 Jun 2013 13:00:17 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/south-ribble/higher-walton/listings/HIGHER_WALTON_AUTO_BODIES/337/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/south-ribble/higher-walton/listings/HIGHER_WALTON_AUTO_BODIES/337/ Friendly Martin Barrett is proud that he carries out first-class car body repairs at sensible prices. Wed, 12 Jun 2013 12:54:58 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/south-ribble/bamber-bridge/listings/HAIR_BY_EMILY/336/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/south-ribble/bamber-bridge/listings/HAIR_BY_EMILY/336/ Hair stylist Emily Sharpe is based at Bamber Bridge salon Blondes On Top. Wed, 12 Jun 2013 12:46:11 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/south-ribble/penwortham/listings/MARK_SCULLION_BUILDING_and_PAVING/335/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/south-ribble/penwortham/listings/MARK_SCULLION_BUILDING_and_PAVING/335/ Mark Scullion is the man to contact for a top job on any landscaping or paving work in your garden or drive. Wed, 12 Jun 2013 12:39:29 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/south-ribble/hoghton/listings/OLD_OAK_FARM_NURSERIES_GARDEN_CENTRE/334/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/south-ribble/hoghton/listings/OLD_OAK_FARM_NURSERIES_GARDEN_CENTRE/334/ If you’re hoping for a perfect display in the garden whatever the weather, Peter Harrison’s garden centre can provide whatever you need. Wed, 12 Jun 2013 12:33:48 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/south-ribble/hoghton/listings/Alan_Barnes_Fishing/333/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/south-ribble/hoghton/listings/Alan_Barnes_Fishing/333/ If you fancy taking up fishing or improving your freshwater angling skills, give Hoghton-based Alan Barnes a call and book a waterside lesson with him. Wed, 12 Jun 2013 12:28:53 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/south-ribble/hoghton/listings/Nets_Bar/332/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/south-ribble/hoghton/listings/Nets_Bar/332/ Building contractor Bill Slater has added a new skill to his CV by becoming the licensee at Gregson Lane’s popular Nets Bar. Wed, 12 Jun 2013 12:23:27 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/south-ribble/lostock-hall/listings/CARLOVA_DANCE_STUDIOS/331/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/south-ribble/lostock-hall/listings/CARLOVA_DANCE_STUDIOS/331/ Dancing is a ­family affair for Carole McKenna, whose daughters Alex and Sam are both involved in her ­established studio. Wed, 12 Jun 2013 12:18:02 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/south-ribble/bamber-bridge/listings/TASKERS_MILK_DELIVERIES/330/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/south-ribble/bamber-bridge/listings/TASKERS_MILK_DELIVERIES/330/ Sam Tasker and her partner Dave Iddon deliver the freshest, locally-produced milk to people’s doorsteps in Bamber Bridge, Walton-le-Dale and Leyland. Wed, 12 Jun 2013 12:14:07 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/south-ribble/ribbleton/listings/JOHN_FOY/329/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/south-ribble/ribbleton/listings/JOHN_FOY/329/ John Foy has 28 years’ locksmith and joinery experience and is a specialist in non-destructive entry. Wed, 12 Jun 2013 12:07:40 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/south-ribble/lostock-hall/listings/AUNTIES_DOG_SPA/328/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/south-ribble/lostock-hall/listings/AUNTIES_DOG_SPA/328/ Lisa Pye and her assistants Lauren Collins and Amy Kershaw are animal lovers in every sense. Wed, 12 Jun 2013 11:54:34 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/south-ribble/samlesbury/listings/EXTRA_CLEAN_PROPERTY_SERVICES/327/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/south-ribble/samlesbury/listings/EXTRA_CLEAN_PROPERTY_SERVICES/327/ Mick Southworth started his own company in 2005 and his work often dovetails with that of wife Sarah’s company, Specialised Cleaning Services. Wed, 12 Jun 2013 11:17:23 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/south-ribble/penwortham/listings/Penwortham_plasterers/326/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/south-ribble/penwortham/listings/Penwortham_plasterers/326/ Good friends Ian Gallagher and Dave Pownall are tradesmen of the old school who believe in offering a friendly service and good quality work at reasonable prices. Wed, 12 Jun 2013 11:07:37 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/south-ribble/bamber-bridge/listings/COUNTESS_INTERIORS_Ltd/325/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/south-ribble/bamber-bridge/listings/COUNTESS_INTERIORS_Ltd/325/ Independent retailers for more than 20 years, business partners Steve Cowburn and Fiona Dewhurst have more than 60 years’ combined experience to call on in the kitchen and furniture manufacturing industry. Wed, 12 Jun 2013 10:59:25 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/south-ribble/farington-moss/listings/FARINGTON_MOSS_PROPERTY_SERVICES/324/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/south-ribble/farington-moss/listings/FARINGTON_MOSS_PROPERTY_SERVICES/324/ When you need a quality job doing, Ken Roughley is the name you can rely on. Wed, 12 Jun 2013 10:51:50 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/south-ribble/bamber-bridge/listings/PRESTON_PLUMBING_SERVICES/323/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/south-ribble/bamber-bridge/listings/PRESTON_PLUMBING_SERVICES/323/ Top-class plumber Michael Singleton knows his trade inside out. Wed, 12 Jun 2013 10:47:51 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/south-ribble/fulwood/listings/Swinson_Joinery_Ltd/322/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/south-ribble/fulwood/listings/Swinson_Joinery_Ltd/322/ If you’ve a flat roof or shed with worn or leaky felt, joiner Ben Swinson has the perfect solution – rubber. Wed, 12 Jun 2013 10:42:13 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/south-ribble/bamber-bridge/listings/IC_Decorating_Services/321/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/south-ribble/bamber-bridge/listings/IC_Decorating_Services/321/ It’s quite a change but Ian Whitaker swapped being a senior Sainsbury’s manager ten years ago to pursue his lifelong hobby of decorating – and his business has gone from strength to strength. Wed, 12 Jun 2013 10:34:52 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/IC_Decorating_Services/242/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/IC_Decorating_Services/242/ When Ian Whitaker quit as a senior Sainsbury manager 10 years ago to pursue his lifelong hobby of decorating, one of his first customers was the personnel boss who tried to persuade him otherwise. Wed, 12 Jun 2013 09:47:08 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/David_Barker/119/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/David_Barker/119/ Builder David will certainly put you in the picture if you ring with an enquiry. For not only has he a wealth of experience in construction, he’s also a keen photographer and member of Preston Photographic Society. Wed, 05 Jun 2013 14:01:54 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Preston_City_Council/319/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Preston_City_Council/319/ Skip hire, Preston You’d struggle to find cheaper skip hire than Preston Council does – that’s the claim of the man in charge of all our bins, Duncan Coward, Head of Waste Management. Wed, 05 Jun 2013 14:00:31 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Broughton_Security_Alarms_Ltd/83/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Broughton_Security_Alarms_Ltd/83/ Alarms, Preston, Door access, Preston If you’ve a problem with your existing alarm system or are looking to install or upgrade, Fulwood-based Luke McVittie (right) and his friendly, professional team are ready to help Wed, 05 Jun 2013 13:55:28 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Lancashire_Plant_and_Tool_Hire/317/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Lancashire_Plant_and_Tool_Hire/317/ Tool hire, Preston, Plant hire, Preston Whether you’re a DIY enthusiast or a big builder, Lancashire Plant and Tool Hire, of Preston, are useful people to know. Wed, 05 Jun 2013 13:46:05 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Lancashire_Plant_and_Tool_Hire/318/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Lancashire_Plant_and_Tool_Hire/318/ Tool hire, Preston, Plant hire, Preston Whether you’re a DIY enthusiast or a big builder, Lancashire Plant and Tool Hire, of Preston, are useful people to know. Wed, 05 Jun 2013 13:45:28 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/PVC_and_Patio_Clean_–_Property_Cleaning_Specialists/55/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/PVC_and_Patio_Clean_–_Property_Cleaning_Specialists/55/ Conservatory cleaning, patio cleaning, driveway cleaning From a conservatory to a carport, from your PVC windows to your patio, Fulwood-based Darren Pomfret will clean your property to such a high standard he promises you’ll be delighted with the result. Wed, 05 Jun 2013 13:39:27 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/south-ribble/preston/listings/Jeff_Ormerwood_Plastering/316/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/south-ribble/preston/listings/Jeff_Ormerwood_Plastering/316/ Friendly Jeff Ormerwood has been a plasterer for 34 years and his work is always of the highest standard. Fri, 24 May 2013 18:05:58 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/south-ribble/hesketh-bank/listings/Brad_Ascroft_Roofing/315/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/south-ribble/hesketh-bank/listings/Brad_Ascroft_Roofing/315/ A bike ride to look for work opened up a whole new career for Brad Ascroft. Fri, 24 May 2013 17:59:22 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/south-ribble/hoghton/listings/Gregson_Lane_Garage_ltd/314/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/south-ribble/hoghton/listings/Gregson_Lane_Garage_ltd/314/ Gary Smith took over Gregson Lane Garage in June 2007 and has not looked back. Fri, 24 May 2013 17:54:38 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/south-ribble/preston/listings/Age_Concern_Central_Lancashire/313/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/south-ribble/preston/listings/Age_Concern_Central_Lancashire/313/ Lonely and need a friendly face to talk to? Or do you need short-term help with shopping after an accident, injury or illness? Or maybe advice on a benefit claim or just looking for a Zumba class? Mon, 20 May 2013 12:24:30 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/south-ribble/higher-walton/-walton-le-dale/listings/Carr_Manor_Nurseries/312/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/south-ribble/higher-walton/-walton-le-dale/listings/Carr_Manor_Nurseries/312/ For the best experience you can give your little ones, Carr Manor Nurseries are hard to beat. Mon, 20 May 2013 12:20:24 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/south-ribble/bamber-bridge/listings/RTO_Fabrications/311/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/south-ribble/bamber-bridge/listings/RTO_Fabrications/311/ Norman Frith and his team are bespoke fabricators working with mild steel, stainless steel and aluminium. Mon, 20 May 2013 12:10:39 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/south-ribble/leyland/listings/APC_Overnight/310/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/south-ribble/leyland/listings/APC_Overnight/310/ If you need a parcel collecting and delivering on time, there’s only one company to consider – APC Overnight, the UK’s largest independent next-day network. Mon, 20 May 2013 12:07:48 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/south-ribble/walton-le-dale/listings/JD_Hardman_Ltd/309/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/south-ribble/walton-le-dale/listings/JD_Hardman_Ltd/309/ Few plumbing engineers have quite the pedigree of the Hardman brothers. Mon, 20 May 2013 12:00:44 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/south-ribble/ingol/listings/Nicola_Hughes_Services/308/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/south-ribble/ingol/listings/Nicola_Hughes_Services/308/ A love for figures saw mum-of-five Nicola forge a brand new career when her children grew older. Mon, 20 May 2013 11:50:14 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/south-ribble/walton-le-dale/listings/Stonehouse_Homes/307/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/south-ribble/walton-le-dale/listings/Stonehouse_Homes/307/ Husband and wife team Mark and Karen Rushe offer excellent, friendly advice and assistance whether you want to buy or rent, sell or let a property. Mon, 20 May 2013 11:38:15 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/south-ribble/preston/listings/Harry_Fowler_Joinery/306/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/south-ribble/preston/listings/Harry_Fowler_Joinery/306/ National award-winning joiner Harry Fowler is a man in great demand…and his clients indirectly include Her Majesty, the Queen. Mon, 20 May 2013 10:59:56 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/south-ribble/bamber-bridge/listings/Preston_Garden_Services_Ltd/305/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/south-ribble/bamber-bridge/listings/Preston_Garden_Services_Ltd/305/ Mark Jones has 20 years’ experience working in the gardening and plants industry. Mon, 20 May 2013 10:50:46 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Base_Systems/91/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Base_Systems/91/ Car audio in Preston, hands-free kits, Preston If you love your iPod and iPhone and want them to work in your car, look no further than Base Systems of Preston Sat, 18 May 2013 09:00:38 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Moorside_Landscapes/1/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Moorside_Landscapes/1/ Three conversations on one day about working for himself convinced golf course greensman Peter Stirzaker to set up on his own. Fri, 17 May 2013 06:45:51 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/AM1_Hair/216/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/AM1_Hair/216/ Hairdressers in Preston Relax – you’re in safe hands with Fulwood’s newest hairdresser, Anthony Whinn, one of the region’s leading stylists who has called it a day on his big Southport salon. Sat, 11 May 2013 10:38:15 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Ball_and_Berry_Ltd/123/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Ball_and_Berry_Ltd/123/ Building inspectors, Preston If you’re preparing to have building work done, did you know you now have an alternative to using the council’s building inspector? Sat, 11 May 2013 10:28:23 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/YPH_Welding_Supplies/304/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/YPH_Welding_Supplies/304/ Welding equipment, Preston The professional family team at YPH Welding is proud of its reputation in the Garstang area and internationall Sat, 11 May 2013 10:23:03 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/south-ribble/penwortham/listings/Penwortham_Glass_Ltd/303/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/south-ribble/penwortham/listings/Penwortham_Glass_Ltd/303/ Never got round to fixing that leaky conservatory roof? Or had someone to fix it and it’s still leaking? Meet Michael Walmsley, who’s been repairing conservatories and providing a glazing service, including 24-hr emergency call-out all over the North West for 11 years. Thu, 09 May 2013 13:24:27 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/south-ribble/hoghton/listings/Martin_Findlay_Gardening_Services/302/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/south-ribble/hoghton/listings/Martin_Findlay_Gardening_Services/302/ A love of gardening oozes from every pore of Martin Findlay, who turned his passion into a business after studying at Myerscough College and attaining a Royal Horticultural Society level 2 qualification in horticulture. Thu, 09 May 2013 13:12:07 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/south-ribble/lostock-hall/listings/Hall_of_Hair/_Hall_of_Fashion/301/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/south-ribble/lostock-hall/listings/Hall_of_Hair/_Hall_of_Fashion/301/ Gail Byron’s smart salon in Lostock Hall is a one-stop shop for a well-groomed look. Wed, 08 May 2013 16:57:11 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/south-ribble/preston/listings/Stephen_Smith_Decorators/300/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/south-ribble/preston/listings/Stephen_Smith_Decorators/300/ Cheerful decorator Stephen Smith marked his 50th birthday in a novel way – by painting Barton Grange garden centre to look its best for its 50th year celebrations! Wed, 08 May 2013 12:22:41 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/south-ribble/bamber-bridge/listings/Chauff-Air/299/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/south-ribble/bamber-bridge/listings/Chauff-Air/299/ With two Chrysler 300 C Executive luxury private hire vehicles, Chauff-Air offers ­­high-quality transport for those special occasions. Wed, 08 May 2013 11:44:09 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/south-ribble/preston/listings/JSM_VEHICLE_SOLUTIONS/298/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/south-ribble/preston/listings/JSM_VEHICLE_SOLUTIONS/298/ Had a scratch, bump or a crash? Stuart McDonald will take care of everything – recovery, repairs, replacement vehicle, insurance and legal hassles, keeping you informed all the way. Wed, 08 May 2013 11:37:06 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/south-ribble/samlesbury/listings/AMG_Bookkeeping_Services/297/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/south-ribble/samlesbury/listings/AMG_Bookkeeping_Services/297/ Alison Gerrard founded AMG Bookkeeping Services 15 years ago to offer accountancy, taxation, payroll and bookkeeping to small businesses and new ventures. Wed, 08 May 2013 11:31:30 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/south-ribble/hoghton/listings/Beeston_Manor/296/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/south-ribble/hoghton/listings/Beeston_Manor/296/ For weddings, parties, special anniversaries, conferences or other celebrations and events, Beeston Manor in rural Hoghton offers a real touch of class. Tue, 30 Apr 2013 16:46:57 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/south-ribble/higher-walton/listings/BEDS_AND_FURNITURE_EMPORIUM/295/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/south-ribble/higher-walton/listings/BEDS_AND_FURNITURE_EMPORIUM/295/ Hussain and Zubie Mussa have 28 years’ experience manufacturing beds and furniture. Tue, 30 Apr 2013 16:36:47 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/south-ribble/bamber-bridge/listings/Homematas/294/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/south-ribble/bamber-bridge/listings/Homematas/294/ If you want a new bathroom, wet room or kitchen, Homematas has a ­reputation for quality, professional service and value for money, supplying the ­complete package. Tue, 30 Apr 2013 16:32:20 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/south-ribble/bamber-bridge/listings/THE_FLOORING_CENTRE/293/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/south-ribble/bamber-bridge/listings/THE_FLOORING_CENTRE/293/ When you walk through the door at The Flooring ­Centre in Club Street, ­Bamber ­Bridge, you are ­guaranteed top-quality service. Tue, 30 Apr 2013 16:24:36 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/south-ribble/hoghton/listings/MJ_Whittle_and_Sons/292/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/south-ribble/hoghton/listings/MJ_Whittle_and_Sons/292/ Building and joinery contractor MJ Whittle and Sons was established in 1974 and the late founder’s sons Malcolm junior and John, far right, have carried on the proud family tradition, serving the area from their Gregson Lane base. Tue, 30 Apr 2013 16:14:36 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/south-ribble/bamber-bridge/listings/Co-operative_Funeralcare/291/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/south-ribble/bamber-bridge/listings/Co-operative_Funeralcare/291/ When a loved one passes away, it is comforting to know sympathetic staff from Co-operative ­Funeralcare in Bamber Bridge are only a phone call away. Tue, 30 Apr 2013 16:02:16 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/south-ribble/bamber-bridge/listings/Bob_Wilson_TV_and_Satellite/290/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/south-ribble/bamber-bridge/listings/Bob_Wilson_TV_and_Satellite/290/ Friendly Mick Forshaw took over this 50-year-old business 16 years ago and has built up a solid local customer base, thanks to his honest, no-nonsense approach. Tue, 30 Apr 2013 15:55:17 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/south-ribble/fulwood/listings/PVC_and_Patio_Clean/289/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/south-ribble/fulwood/listings/PVC_and_Patio_Clean/289/ From a conservatory to a carport, from your PVC windows to your patio, Darren Pomfret will clean your property to such a high standard he promises you’ll be delighted with the result. Tue, 30 Apr 2013 15:48:14 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/south-ribble/higher-walton/listings/Solar_Sun_Centre/288/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/south-ribble/higher-walton/listings/Solar_Sun_Centre/288/ Emma Hesmondhalgh believes beauty should look natural. You won’t come out of her salon looking like you’ve been Tangoed. Tue, 30 Apr 2013 15:45:41 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Utility_Warehouse/110/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Utility_Warehouse/110/ A Fulwood father-and-daughter team can help shrink your utility bills. Mon, 22 Apr 2013 14:25:25 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/south-ribble/bamber-bridge/listings/Preston_Handyman/287/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/south-ribble/bamber-bridge/listings/Preston_Handyman/287/ Everyone needs a good handyman and Paul King’s firm is just that. Mon, 22 Apr 2013 13:18:05 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/south-ribble/leyland/listings/Bespoke_Lawncare/286/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/south-ribble/leyland/listings/Bespoke_Lawncare/286/ You won’t see lawncare expert Martin Wilkinson dilly dallying if he comes to treat your lawn. Mon, 22 Apr 2013 10:15:27 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/south-ribble/pleasington/listings/Norma_Smith_Sports_Massage/285/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/south-ribble/pleasington/listings/Norma_Smith_Sports_Massage/285/ Norma has eight years’ experience offering sports and ­remedial massage. Mon, 22 Apr 2013 10:07:34 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/south-ribble/preston/listings/Ball_and_Berry_Ltd/284/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/south-ribble/preston/listings/Ball_and_Berry_Ltd/284/ If you’re preparing to have building work done, did you know you now have an alternative to using the local council’s building inspector? Mon, 22 Apr 2013 10:01:55 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/south-ribble/lostock-hall/listings/_T_Whiteside_and_Son_Ltd/283/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/south-ribble/lostock-hall/listings/_T_Whiteside_and_Son_Ltd/283/ Don’t wait for the soot to fall – give Andy Whiteside a call. Mon, 15 Apr 2013 14:22:25 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/south-ribble/bamber-bridge/listings/Nikira_Upholstery/282/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/south-ribble/bamber-bridge/listings/Nikira_Upholstery/282/ Carl Darbyshire has been offering top-quality craftsmanship at unrivalled prices for 11 years. Thu, 11 Apr 2013 17:34:47 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/south-ribble/bamber-bridge/listings/Your_Physiotherapy/281/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/south-ribble/bamber-bridge/listings/Your_Physiotherapy/281/ Practice manager Angie Webb and colleague Clare Stout are the voices you hear when you ring for an appointment at this friendly clinic, which was established in 2005. Mon, 08 Apr 2013 14:41:15 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/south-ribble/brindle/listings/Head_o'th_Marsh_Farm_Shop/280/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/south-ribble/brindle/listings/Head_o'th_Marsh_Farm_Shop/280/ Established in 2006, Cath Bethell and her husband Andy provide top-quality, locally-produced food at their smart farm shop between Brindle and Hoghton. Mon, 08 Apr 2013 14:35:58 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/south-ribble/hoghton/listings/Ian_Milne_Fencing_Contractor/279/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/south-ribble/hoghton/listings/Ian_Milne_Fencing_Contractor/279/ Friendly Ian Milne is a familiar face around Hoghton, cheerfully going about his business of erecting new fencing. Wed, 03 Apr 2013 12:47:03 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/south-ribble/walton-le-dale/listings/Andy's_Pet_Supplies/278/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/south-ribble/walton-le-dale/listings/Andy's_Pet_Supplies/278/ Andy Bury’s well-stocked Hennel Lane shop has everything for the love of your life. Wed, 03 Apr 2013 12:13:10 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/south-ribble/higher-walton/listings/T_Cornall_and_Son/277/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/south-ribble/higher-walton/listings/T_Cornall_and_Son/277/ When you need flowers for any occasion, this family firm can offer beautiful arrangements. Wed, 03 Apr 2013 11:53:03 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/south-ribble/bamber-bridge/listings/Ultra_Clean_Conservatories/276/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/south-ribble/bamber-bridge/listings/Ultra_Clean_Conservatories/276/ For a top-class job restoring your conservatory to pristine condition, Jim Jackson has a deserved reputation. Wed, 03 Apr 2013 11:41:17 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/south-ribble/feniscowles/listings/Janet_Robinson_Domestic_Services/275/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/south-ribble/feniscowles/listings/Janet_Robinson_Domestic_Services/275/ Janet has cleaned and helped people in Hoghton and Walton-le-Dale for 16 years. Wed, 03 Apr 2013 11:23:46 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/RSCE_Consulting_Engineers/120/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/RSCE_Consulting_Engineers/120/ Need your property alterations and extension designing by an expert? Or have you got a specialised problem with cracked walls, subsidence, flooding or unexplained damp? Ring Chartered Engineer Robert Sparks and he’ll see if he can help. Thu, 28 Mar 2013 07:32:09 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Bowland_Care/273/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Bowland_Care/273/ If you or a relative find yourself needing that little extra support at home around the Garstang Preston or Lancaster areas, nurse Emma Hardcastle is a good person to call. Thu, 28 Mar 2013 07:27:43 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Cottam_Computers/85/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Cottam_Computers/85/ Computer repairs in Preston Tony Dawson, an experienced IT technician, provides a friendly mobile IT service for homes and small businesses at a very reasonable price. Tue, 26 Mar 2013 13:54:21 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/James_Titterington/46/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/James_Titterington/46/ Piano tuner, Preston James has been tuning and repairing pianos for 27 years. Tue, 26 Mar 2013 07:28:20 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Dove_Kitchens_and_Bathrooms/272/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Dove_Kitchens_and_Bathrooms/272/ If you want a quality bathroom, bedroom or kitchen at prices you can afford, Josie Holmes is a good lady to ring for householders in the Garstang and Lancaster areas. Tue, 26 Mar 2013 07:13:24 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Thomas_Banks_and_Co_Ltd/36/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Thomas_Banks_and_Co_Ltd/36/ Managing director Anthony Banks and his sister Nichola are the sixth generation of coal merchants at this family firm, started in 1862. Fri, 22 Mar 2013 12:42:02 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Broadway_Pantry/58/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Broadway_Pantry/58/ Outside caterers, Preston, hot pot, Preston After 12 years running her popular Preston sandwich shop, Alison Butler has expanded into bigger premises with daughter Emily (right) and added cupcakes and brownies to their delicious range of home-made products, which includes celebration cakes Tue, 19 Mar 2013 11:16:43 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Fulwood_Valeting/100/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Fulwood_Valeting/100/ Seven years in the Territorial Army instilled an attention for spotless detail that has never left Derrick Wareing Fri, 15 Mar 2013 13:21:47 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Mark_Yates_Electrical/201/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Mark_Yates_Electrical/201/ Aerials in Garstang. Aerials in Lancaster. You’d be hard pushed to beat Forton aerial engineer Mark Yates for experience – he’s got 35 years in the trade. Tue, 12 Mar 2013 20:28:57 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/RK_Gas_Services_Ltd/271/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/RK_Gas_Services_Ltd/271/ Friendly Rob Kellett is one of the few gas engineers in the Garstang area who repairs boilers (of all makes and models) as well as servicing and installing gas applicances Mon, 04 Mar 2013 07:42:02 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Chris_Dodgson/212/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Chris_Dodgson/212/ Electricians, Garstang, electricians Lancaster Electrician Chris Dodgson always had a penchant for the practical, which led him to his chosen career. Mon, 04 Mar 2013 07:31:54 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Vitality/270/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Vitality/270/ Five years after Julie and Ian Blinkho opened Vitality in Garstang, their complementary health centre is thriving. Mon, 04 Mar 2013 07:17:27 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/M_Platt_Tree_Services_Ltd/71/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/M_Platt_Tree_Services_Ltd/71/ Tree surgeon, Preston A childhood love for trees blossomed into a full-time job for friendly Ashton-based tree surgeon Mick Platt. “I I love it and I wouldn’t do anything else. It’s the best job in the world,” says an enthusiastic Mick, 40. Wed, 27 Feb 2013 22:48:04 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Shift_**It/269/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Shift_**It/269/ For a man who makes his living out of muck, Andy Graham is remarkably enthusiastic about his work - emptying septic tanks and other unmentionables around Preston Thu, 21 Feb 2013 23:31:04 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Stuart_Baxter_Plumbing/268/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Stuart_Baxter_Plumbing/268/ If you’ve got a dripping tap or leaking pipe, plumber Stuart Baxter is delighted to take your call. no matter where you may be in the Preston area. “If you keep customers happy, the small jobs can always lead to big jobs,” says Stuart, a plumber for five years Wed, 20 Feb 2013 20:10:01 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Green_Nook_Farm/Carrs_Green,_Inskip,_Preston,_PR4_0TJ/63/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Green_Nook_Farm/Carrs_Green,_Inskip,_Preston,_PR4_0TJ/63/ Former farm worker Ian has been putting up fencing around the Preston area for 30 years, both for commercial and domestic customers. Tue, 19 Feb 2013 12:32:39 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Aphrodite_Lingerie/267/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Aphrodite_Lingerie/267/ Lingerie Garstang, Lingerie Preston, Lingerie Lancaster Lingerie shop owner Kim Roberts is passionate about helping women to find the right bras and underwear for all occasions Fri, 15 Feb 2013 12:56:06 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/The_Lunchbox/207/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/The_Lunchbox/207/ Caterers in Preston, Caterers in Garstang, Caterers in Lancaster A passion for food inspires chefs Tony Poole and partner Denise Twiname, both of whom have been in the industry all their working lives in the Garstang area Fri, 15 Feb 2013 12:23:25 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Thirst_Events/266/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Thirst_Events/266/ Hog roasts, Garstang, hog roasts, Preston, mobile bar, Garstang, mobile bar Preston, party catering, Garstang, party catering, Preston, barbecues, Garstang, barbecues, Preston For parties, functions and events, size is no object for these three friends – they’ll cater for anything from a small family party to an event for up to 10,000 people! Wed, 13 Feb 2013 17:40:50 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/DMAC_Building_Services_Ltd/166/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/DMAC_Building_Services_Ltd/166/ Builders in Preston Business is booming for four tradesmen friends who joined forces to form their own company. Despite the recession, you only have to drive through Grimsargh to see DMAC’s vans hard at work – right on their own doorstep. Wed, 13 Feb 2013 17:32:08 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Stitches/204/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Stitches/204/ Needlecraft shop, Preston, Garstang, Lancaster. Wool shop, Preston, Garstang, Lancaster If you thought that creative skills such as knitting had been consigned to the dustbin of history, then step inside Sharon Parkinson’s thriving little shop, the aptly named Stitches, in Garstang’s Market Place … and think again! Wed, 13 Feb 2013 10:11:28 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Brad_Ascroft_Roofing/265/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Brad_Ascroft_Roofing/265/ Roofer Preston, Roofer Penwortham A bike ride to look for work opened up a whole new career for Brad Ascroft, a roofer based in Croston, Preston. Fri, 18 Jan 2013 13:10:54 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Thomas_Gornall_Window_Cleaners/170/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Thomas_Gornall_Window_Cleaners/170/ Window cleaners Preston, Window cleaners Garstang You get the full works when the boys from Thomas Gornall of Garstang turn up at your home. Not only do they clean your windows, but they do the frames and sills for the same price – and with a smile. Fri, 18 Jan 2013 13:10:02 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Southwards_Sound_and_Vision/113/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Southwards_Sound_and_Vision/113/ TV repairs, Preston Honesty has proved the best policy for TV engineers Trevor Southward and Andrew Christopher. Wed, 16 Jan 2013 16:09:09 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Mark_Passmore/86/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Mark_Passmore/86/ Domestic appliance repairs, Preston, Domestic appliance repairs, Garstang Appliance repairer Mark has a loyal customer base in the Garstang area Sat, 12 Jan 2013 16:04:49 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Andrew_Holden_Electrical/163/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Andrew_Holden_Electrical/163/ Electricians, Longridge, Electricians Preston, Electricians Blackburn Ribchester-based Andy, 29, trained for four years at Blackburn College and fulfilled an ambition to set up his own electrical business two years ago. Sat, 12 Jan 2013 16:01:06 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Your_Home_Services_Ltd/172/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Your_Home_Services_Ltd/172/ Cleaners Garstang, Ironing Garstang Sisters Jennifer Wood and Joanna Gameson take all the drudgery out of chores – by doing them for you, be it cleaning or ironing. Sat, 12 Jan 2013 07:27:18 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/S_Williams_Carpet_Fitting_Services/205/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/S_Williams_Carpet_Fitting_Services/205/ Carpet fitters, Lancaster, Carpet fitters, Garstang It’s hard choosing a carpet to match your furniture and home decorations - so meet Forton carpet fitter Stephen Williams who makes life so much simpler by bringing the samples to your house. Sat, 12 Jan 2013 07:23:53 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Approved_Sales_and_Lettings/264/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Approved_Sales_and_Lettings/264/ Lettins Preston, Lettings Penwortham, Lettings Longton If you’re a landlord looking to let or a tenant ready to rent, there are two things you need to know about estate agent Louise Lee. Sat, 12 Jan 2013 07:18:59 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Nortech_Security_Systems/263/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Nortech_Security_Systems/263/ Alarms Preston, Alarms Garstang, Alarms Lancaster If you want to feel secure in your home or workplace, Dave Norton can certainly help you – he’s been in the industry since it started! Sat, 12 Jan 2013 07:12:11 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Kopper_Kettle/256/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Kopper_Kettle/256/ Home furnishings, Preston, Furniture, Preston, Gifts, Preston Visiting the Kopper Kettle in Barton, Preston, is like wandering round the house of a friend with very good taste when you want everything they’ve got – that’s the most valued comment made to Steve and Julie Round in their 14 years at the shop Thu, 10 Jan 2013 09:33:37 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Discount_Tree_Services/253/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Discount_Tree_Services/253/ Tree surgeons, Preston A love of felling trees turned into a full-time career for former metalworker Ian Scott-Pratt, who is based in Ribbleton, Preston. Wed, 09 Jan 2013 17:08:32 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Terry_Gardner_Windows/262/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Terry_Gardner_Windows/262/ uPVC, Garstang, windows, Garstang, joiner Garstang As soon as you meet Terry Gardner, you realise he is no fly-by-night. Born and bred in Garstang, the friendly 65-year-old joiner has been trading since 1974 – and has no intention of retiring. Fri, 28 Dec 2012 17:55:01 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Oh_Sew_Crafty/261/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Oh_Sew_Crafty/261/ Sewing, Preston, Crafts, Preston, Craft shop, Preston Enthusiastic Catherine Reid is living her dream after opening her craft shop on Berry Lane, Longridge Fri, 21 Dec 2012 15:21:04 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/The_Country_Gardener/194/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/The_Country_Gardener/194/ Gardener in Garstang, Gardener in Preston, Gardener in Longridge Senior insurance company executive David Nichols went back to his roots when a chance of redundancy loomed with Royal and Sun Alliance. Tue, 18 Dec 2012 12:21:34 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/FJ_Fabrications_Ltd/260/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/FJ_Fabrications_Ltd/260/ Gates, Preston, Railings, Preston, Metalwork, Preston You dream it, we’ll create it – that’s the proud motto of metal craftsman Fred Smith, of Penwortham, Preston. Mon, 17 Dec 2012 10:41:12 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/PJS_Hygiene_/47/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/PJS_Hygiene_/47/ Oven cleaning, Preston You’d be hard pressed to find someone who’s cleaned more ovens than cheerful Phil Swords, of Longridge, Preston. Mon, 17 Dec 2012 10:12:18 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/M_to_M_Interiors/259/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/M_to_M_Interiors/259/ Kitchens, Preston, Kitchens Longridge You get a five-star service if you buy a kitchen from joiner Malcolm Bateson, of Ribchester near Preston Tue, 11 Dec 2012 17:12:44 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Castle_Installations/82/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Castle_Installations/82/ For aerials, satellite and telephone wiring, Dave Enion is fully switched on. Fri, 07 Dec 2012 17:23:33 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/JS_Joinery/258/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/JS_Joinery/258/ Joiner, Longton, Joiner, Preston, Joiner, Bretherton Joiner Jack Smith admits he’s a fussy workman. But his customers wouldn’t have it any other way. Wed, 05 Dec 2012 16:33:50 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Ann_Dewhurst_Tailoring/257/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Ann_Dewhurst_Tailoring/257/ Seamstress, Preston, Alterations, Preston Sew clever – that’s qualified tailoress Ann Dewhurst, of Longridge, Preston! Mon, 03 Dec 2012 15:22:41 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/CM_Maintenance/252/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/CM_Maintenance/252/ Handyman, Preston, Handyman Fulwood Want someone in Preston for all those jobs around the house that most tradesmen can’t be bothered with? Then talk to Mark Hogan and Chris Makinson, who are happy doing any kind of domestic work. Wed, 21 Nov 2012 15:05:56 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/iDrive/95/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/iDrive/95/ Female driving instructor, Preston Helping her sister with a last-minute driving test rehearsal led to a whole new career for Fulwood-based Nicola Ward. Wed, 21 Nov 2012 11:32:52 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Simon_Yates_Fencing_and_Flagging/247/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Simon_Yates_Fencing_and_Flagging/247/ Fencing, Preston, Fencing, Penwortham For all your fencing needs, cheerful Simon has a solution, whether it be concrete posts and panels or his signature built-on-site fencing – pressure treated for extra protection and longevity Tue, 20 Nov 2012 09:49:37 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Walmer_Grove_Farm_Shop/255/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Walmer_Grove_Farm_Shop/255/ Butcher, Longton, Butcher Penwortham, Butcher Preston When local butchers were closing 10 years ago due to supermarket competition, poultry wholesaler Darrell Holgate sensed an opportunity. So he opened a farm shop at his family’s Walmer Bridge business in Preston – and has gone from strength to strength Mon, 19 Nov 2012 07:19:06 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Ribchester_Nursery_School/254/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Ribchester_Nursery_School/254/ Nursery Longridge, Nursery Ribchester This long established nursery, set in an idyllic location, is owned and run by former junior school teacher and Early Years specialist Mrs Julie Joyce. Sat, 17 Nov 2012 12:48:44 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Bee_Mill_Garage/141/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Bee_Mill_Garage/141/ Garages in Preston You’re in safe hands if you take your car to the boys at Bee Mill Garage in Ribchester near Longridge, Preston. Wed, 14 Nov 2012 19:45:04 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Worrall_Domestics/87/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Worrall_Domestics/87/ Domestic appliance repairs, Preston When instrument repairer Tony Worrall branched out on his own 38 years ago, he thought he had a sporting chance of success. Fri, 26 Oct 2012 19:48:01 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Brethertons_Building_and_Driveways/251/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Brethertons_Building_and_Driveways/251/ Landscape gardener, Preston Builder, Preston Reputation means a lot to Penwortham builder and landscaper Stuart Bretherton, who has worked hard over 24 years to earn a good name Mon, 15 Oct 2012 06:58:15 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/JD_Hardman_Ltd/250/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/JD_Hardman_Ltd/250/ Gas engineers, Preston, Heating engineers, Preston Few gas and plumbing engineers have quite the pedigree of the Hardman brothers. The Walton-le-Dale firm was founded in 1975 by father John, now retired, but brothers Andy and Jonathon have amassed nearly 50 years’ experience between them Sat, 06 Oct 2012 09:22:47 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Penwortham_Plasterers/249/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Penwortham_Plasterers/249/ Plasterers, Preston, Plasterers Penwortham Good friends Ian Gallagher and Dave Pownall are tradesmen of the old school who believe in offering a friendly service and good quality work at reasonable prices. Fri, 05 Oct 2012 06:31:24 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Mark_Hull_Plastering_Ltd/24/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Mark_Hull_Plastering_Ltd/24/ Plasterers, Preston Cheerful Mark, 40, has been a plasterer for 20 years. Fri, 05 Oct 2012 06:17:06 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Margaret's_Taxis/131/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Margaret's_Taxis/131/ Few taxi drivers know the job like Margaret Middleton – she has 35 years of experience, including 20 running her own firm after she left Miller Citax in Preston Thu, 04 Oct 2012 09:04:33 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/DB_Joinery_and_Building_Contractors_Ltd/248/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/DB_Joinery_and_Building_Contractors_Ltd/248/ Builders, Preston, When builder Darren Butcher started a large extension in Hutton for a police officer in 2005, he was still there a year later – completing the third. “People saw the work and word got round that I was reliable and our work was to a high standard,” says Darren. Tue, 02 Oct 2012 19:27:33 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/A_T_Rogerson_Fencing/140/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/A_T_Rogerson_Fencing/140/ Fencing in Preston For all things fencing, look no further than friendly farmer Anthony Rogerson, known to everyone as Jasper. Tue, 02 Oct 2012 18:41:33 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Cameron_Carpets/246/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Cameron_Carpets/246/ Carpets, Preston, Carpet fitters, Preston Striving for perfection is at the heart of every carpet Cameron Sweetnam and his staff fit from their base in Penwortham. Tue, 02 Oct 2012 16:19:07 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Daves_Taxi/98/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Daves_Taxi/98/ Churchgoing cabbie Dave Coke took up taxiing 21 years ago after losing his job as a sheet metal worker with Dorman Smith. Sat, 22 Sep 2012 19:52:14 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Pete_Walker/54/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Pete_Walker/54/ Pete has worked as an upholsterer for 42 years, 24 of those being at the now closed Berry’s furniture makers of Chipping. Sat, 22 Sep 2012 19:47:25 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Fitchfield_Garden_Services/245/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Fitchfield_Garden_Services/245/ Gardener Preston, Gardener Penwortham A hobby blossomed into a career for garden lover Dominic Hobbs, a forklift truck driver for James Hall Ltd, of Preston, for 17 years until starting on his own 10 years ago Fri, 21 Sep 2012 19:29:35 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Johnstones_Electrical_Services/244/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Johnstones_Electrical_Services/244/ Electricians Preston, Electricians South Ribble If you’ve got an emergency with your electrics, Ian Johnstone is the man to call - 24 hours a day. His prompt, reliable and affordable approach has ensured satisfied customers in Penwortham where he is based, and beyond. Mon, 17 Sep 2012 13:05:41 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Jones_and_Company/243/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Jones_and_Company/243/ Architectural services, Preston, building surveyors, Preston Moving home or business and need a survey? Or want to make changes to your property and are unsure where to start?Then try the highly professional team at Jones and Company, chartered building surveyors and architectural designers who have offered a respected service from their Penwortham base for 20 years Mon, 17 Sep 2012 12:50:33 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Mark_R_Bridge_Plumbing_and_Heating/241/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Mark_R_Bridge_Plumbing_and_Heating/241/ Plumber, Penwortham, Longton, Preston Small or large, simple or complex, Mark Bridge has the experience to cope with any plumbing challenge thrown at him. Wed, 29 Aug 2012 19:34:31 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Ash_Joinery/240/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Ash_Joinery/240/ Builders in Preston, Joiners in Preston You’ve heard of TV’s builders from hell – now meet a builder from heaven. That’s precisely how one customer described Mark Sutton when they took out a small ad in the Lancashire Evening Post to thank the Hutton joiner for the extension he built. Wed, 15 Aug 2012 13:34:29 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/GCL_Taxis/239/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/GCL_Taxis/239/ Taxis, Garstang, Taxis Preston, Taxis, Fulwood If you want a low-cost taxi, airport transfer or have any other transport need, ring go-ahead Garstang taxi firm GCL– the price will surprise you Tue, 07 Aug 2012 08:03:03 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/north-fylde/lytham-/listings/Access_Employment_Law/238/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/north-fylde/lytham-/listings/Access_Employment_Law/238/ If you’re facing redundancy or a dispute in the workplace, it’s often difficult to know where to turn for help. Wed, 18 Jul 2012 10:32:13 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Voice_Work/236/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Voice_Work/236/ Singing teacher, Preston Voice coach, Preston If you want to perfect your public speaking skills or polish your singing performance, give Kelly Sharp in Garstang a call. Fri, 13 Jul 2012 07:01:45 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Jane_Pembleton-Smyth/44/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Jane_Pembleton-Smyth/44/ Flute lessons, Preston, flute teacher, Preston Jane, a graduate of the Royal Northern College of Music, has taught the flute for 27 years. Thu, 12 Jul 2012 20:10:45 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Susan_Phillips/45/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Susan_Phillips/45/ Susan, former head of music at Fulwood High School for more than 20 years, teaches piano up to diploma level, singing, and woodwind (flute and clarinet). Thu, 12 Jul 2012 20:08:39 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Simon_Halliday/237/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Simon_Halliday/237/ Piano teacher, Preston, Piano Teacher Garstang, Piano teacher, Lancaster Simon, 35, will visit your home to teach piano, organ and keyboard up to Grade 8 level for pupils of all ages, including music theory. Thu, 12 Jul 2012 20:08:05 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Charlotte_Holden_Photography/144/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Charlotte_Holden_Photography/144/ Photographer in Preston A lifelong love of taking photos propelled mum-of-three Charlotte Holden into a brand new career. Thu, 28 Jun 2012 07:54:26 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/north-fylde/elswick/listings/Mono_Design_Solutions/202/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/north-fylde/elswick/listings/Mono_Design_Solutions/202/ If your business, club or charity has got something to shout about but you’re not sure how to spread the word, then Steve Anderson at Mono Design Solutions can point you in the right direction. Mon, 18 Jun 2012 13:16:38 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Finch_Gardening_Services/122/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Finch_Gardening_Services/122/ Richard Finch gardened for the rich and famous in South Manchester before returning to the Preston area. Sat, 16 Jun 2012 09:12:54 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/north-fylde/blackpool/listings/Total_Lawn_Care/226/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/north-fylde/blackpool/listings/Total_Lawn_Care/226/ If you’d love your lawn to stand out from the rest, then perhaps what it needs is a little TLC. Wed, 30 May 2012 14:10:29 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Homecare_Mellor_Ltd/235/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Homecare_Mellor_Ltd/235/ Home care, Preston, Home care, Longridge Talk to home care provider Jeanette Taylor (left) and you are struck by one thing – her passion for what she does Tue, 29 May 2012 12:17:01 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/T_Whiteside_and_Son_Ltd/234/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/T_Whiteside_and_Son_Ltd/234/ Chimney sweeps, Preston, Chimney sweeps. Longridge Don’t wait for the soot to fall – give Preston's Andy Whiteside a call. Tue, 29 May 2012 11:58:10 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Martin_Parry/28/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Martin_Parry/28/ Preston North End fans have extra reason to offer work to Martin Parry. Sat, 19 May 2012 09:40:32 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Paul_Wrona_Plastering/111/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Paul_Wrona_Plastering/111/ Jobs large or small are all in a day’s work for plasterer Paul Wrona. Sat, 19 May 2012 09:40:00 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/R_R_Kippax_and_Son/200/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/R_R_Kippax_and_Son/200/ Septic tanks, Garstang, Preston, Lancaster, Fylde For a man who makes his living out of waste, David Kippax looks remarkably spick and span. Fri, 04 May 2012 11:17:50 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Garage_Door_Restore/233/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Garage_Door_Restore/233/ Garage door repairs, Preston, Garstang, Lancaster, Morecambe Has that shabby garage door plagued you for years? Former gas engineer and contracts manager Adrian King has the answer – a revolutionary fibre glass veneer guaranteed for 10 years and only available through his company Wed, 02 May 2012 20:47:55 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Swinson_Joinery_Ltd/126/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Swinson_Joinery_Ltd/126/ Flat roofs, Preston If you’ve a flat roof or shed with worn or leaky felt, joiner Ben Swinson has the perfect solution – rubber. Fri, 27 Apr 2012 05:29:43 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Andrew_Piercy_Tree_Care/164/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Andrew_Piercy_Tree_Care/164/ Tree surgeons, Preston, tree surgeons, Clitheroe, tree surgeons, Ribble Valley Being a tree surgeon is not just about chopping down trees for Andrew Piercy – he also cares about what he leaves behind in the Preston and Ribble Valley areas where he works. Fri, 27 Apr 2012 05:18:03 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Wyre_Communications_Ltd/196/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Wyre_Communications_Ltd/196/ Telephone services, Preston, Cabling Preston Fed up with your phone service? Confused at all the packages on offer? Unable to get a line or broadband problem sorted? Then ring Arthur Porter and his staff at his friendly but professional firm in Garstang. Thu, 26 Apr 2012 15:04:25 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/north-fylde/poulton-le-fylde-/listings/Susan_Walker_and_associates_@physiopoulton/232/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/north-fylde/poulton-le-fylde-/listings/Susan_Walker_and_associates_@physiopoulton/232/ Susan Walker started her own physiotherapy business from a spare room at home – now her practice has five physios offering a broad range of services to both private clients and businesses. Wed, 25 Apr 2012 14:16:41 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/north-fylde/cleveleys/listings/Ideal_dental_care/231/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/north-fylde/cleveleys/listings/Ideal_dental_care/231/ A visit to the dentist can often be a traumatic and worrying experience – which is why everyone at Ideal Dental Care works hard to ensure your treatment is as simple and straightforward as possible. Wed, 25 Apr 2012 14:02:18 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/north-fylde/cleveleys/listings/JL_PLastics/225/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/north-fylde/cleveleys/listings/JL_PLastics/225/ Neil Leary started out in the building trade as an apprentice bricklayer – but changed direction when a friend persuaded him there was a more promising future in windows. Wed, 25 Apr 2012 11:17:49 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/north-fylde/cleveleys/listings/J_and_A_Blacow/224/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/north-fylde/cleveleys/listings/J_and_A_Blacow/224/ If you need a builder you can trust and one who guarantees a high standard of craftsmanship, then the family firm of J and A Blacow can deliver just that. Wed, 25 Apr 2012 11:02:20 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/True-Line_Upholstery/223/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/True-Line_Upholstery/223/ Upholsterers, Preston, Curtains, Preston, loose covers, Preston When Keith Astbury started his Preston upholstery firm in 1976, he had a passion to deal honestly with people and offer top quality workmanship – hence the name he chose, True-Line Tue, 24 Apr 2012 13:59:47 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/JM_Autobodies/222/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/JM_Autobodies/222/ Car body repairs, Garstang, Accident repairs, Garstang, Car body repairs, Preston, If your car’s got a scuff or a scratch, a bump or a bash – or worse – car body repairer Jeremy Arnold - known as Jez - can fix if for you, and at a good price. Tue, 24 Apr 2012 11:56:25 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Supershine_Mobile_Valeting/215/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Supershine_Mobile_Valeting/215/ Car valeter, Preston, mobile valeter, Preston Keen footballer Richard Taylor from Fulwood, Preston, is on the ball when it comes to cleaning your car or van. Mon, 23 Apr 2012 16:26:10 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Vehiclean/97/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Vehiclean/97/ Enthusiastic Nigel Lock has a passion for cleaning cars – his eyes light up as he talks about the specialist products, machinery and services he offers Mon, 23 Apr 2012 16:25:43 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/north-fylde/poulton/listings/Pears_Roofing_NW_Ltd/221/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/north-fylde/poulton/listings/Pears_Roofing_NW_Ltd/221/ IF you’re considering having roofing work done then it’s important to ensure you choose a company that’s experienced and well qualified. Pears Roofing NW Ltd certainly fits the bill on both counts. Mon, 23 Apr 2012 14:11:06 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/north-fylde/cleveleys/listings/McDonald_Property_Rentals/220/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/north-fylde/cleveleys/listings/McDonald_Property_Rentals/220/ Whether you’re letting a property or thinking of becoming a tenant, McDonald Property Rentals should be your first port of call. McDonald’s, which is licensed by ARLA, is an independent property management company handling over 800 properties from its three prominent letting centres in Blackpool, Cleveleys and Fleetwood. Mon, 23 Apr 2012 13:29:10 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/north-fylde/cleveleys/listings/Montpelier_Chartered_Accountants/155/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/north-fylde/cleveleys/listings/Montpelier_Chartered_Accountants/155/ Business leaders from small to medium-sized enterprises can often feel isolated when financial problems arise – which is why Paul Wilcock feels he can provide the fourth emergency service. Mon, 23 Apr 2012 13:21:20 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/north-fylde/thornton,-/listings/Car_and_Van_Solutions/219/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/north-fylde/thornton,-/listings/Car_and_Van_Solutions/219/ The Adshead family have had a continuous association with Four Lane Ends in Thornton since 1966 – and now Jonathan is coming back home. Mon, 23 Apr 2012 12:53:52 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/north-fylde//listings/Weelz_Driving_School/218/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/north-fylde//listings/Weelz_Driving_School/218/ Weelz Driving School is certainly heading in the right direction – it has expanded to a fleet of three vehicles in the space of just 12 months. Mon, 23 Apr 2012 12:46:52 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Damian_Lee_Building_Ltd/3/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Damian_Lee_Building_Ltd/3/ Builders, Preston Builder Damian Lee offers a complete solution to your building needs – whatever they may be. Whether you want a house building from scratch, a garage refurbishment, a chimney pointing, roof repair or kitchen fitting, perfectionist Damian promises a top-class job. Sat, 21 Apr 2012 13:19:48 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/CL_Danson_(Building_Contractors)_Ltd/217/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/CL_Danson_(Building_Contractors)_Ltd/217/ Builders Garstang, builders Lancaster, builders Preston Builder and roofer Craig Danson may be new to the area but already the signs are looking good. Sat, 21 Apr 2012 13:18:14 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/_Andrew_J._Hutcheson:_Longridge_Veterinary_Practice/162/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/_Andrew_J._Hutcheson:_Longridge_Veterinary_Practice/162/ Ask for a vet in Longridge, Preston, and you’ll be directed to Preston Road, where Andy Hutcheson is a well known figure locally Mon, 16 Apr 2012 19:56:52 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Target_Tuition,_Ian_McKinlay/53/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Target_Tuition,_Ian_McKinlay/53/ Tutors, Preston. Private tutor Ian McKinlay has an enviable record in helping Preston pupils get into Lancaster Grammar School – one of the varied services he provides. Mon, 16 Apr 2012 19:56:04 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Bouquet/35/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Bouquet/35/ The Garstang Road, the James family and flowers have a long association. Mon, 16 Apr 2012 19:55:38 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Another_Bouquet/34/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Another_Bouquet/34/ Florists, Preston, Wedding flowers, Preston Visit Hanna James for beautiful and inspirational wedding flowers, from traditional to striking contemporary styles. Mon, 16 Apr 2012 19:55:14 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/McDade_Roberts/109/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/McDade_Roberts/109/ Accountants, Preston If one quality marks out the accountants McDade Roberts, it’s their friendliness. Mon, 16 Apr 2012 08:38:31 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Preston_Tyre_Specialists_Ltd/75/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Preston_Tyre_Specialists_Ltd/75/ With 37 years in the tyre trade, Duncan Higham has the expertise to sort out any tyre problem – at your home or his workshop. Mon, 16 Apr 2012 08:30:18 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Right_at_Home/76/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Right_at_Home/76/ Home care, Preston Do you or one of your loved onesneed a helping hand? Care after a hospital stay, shopping or simple companionship and support Sat, 14 Apr 2012 09:40:01 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Julie_A._Gee/73/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Julie_A._Gee/73/ Foot care in Preston You get a treatment with a difference when you visit Bartle foot health practitioner Julie Gee. Sat, 14 Apr 2012 09:37:25 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Farrell_Kilbane/62/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Farrell_Kilbane/62/ Personal trainer, Preston Get yourself fit with former PNE footballer Farrell, a PE instructor for six years at Garth Prison, Leyland. Faz, as he is known, offers outdoor training for individuals and groups. Sat, 14 Apr 2012 09:33:46 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Marias_Alterations/52/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Marias_Alterations/52/ Tailoress in Preston, seamstress Preston Business is building nicely for tailoress Maria Williams, who went on her own two years ago after the closure of Aquarius ladies’ clothes shop, where she was a seamstress and manager for 13 years Sat, 14 Apr 2012 09:24:30 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/MCs_Cleaning_Services/208/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/MCs_Cleaning_Services/208/ Window cleaners, Preston, Conservatory cleaning Preston Buying a window cleaning round ten years ago led to more than Gary McPartland ever imagined as customers requested other services as well as his ladderless, high-reach window cleaning Sat, 14 Apr 2012 09:22:32 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Lee_Kelly/33/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Lee_Kelly/33/ uPVC windows, Preston If anyone had told Mark Lee and Alan Kelly seven years ago they would send out their 30,000th invoice in 2012, they’d have laughed in disbelief. Sat, 14 Apr 2012 09:20:26 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Longridge_Scaffolding_Ltd/142/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Longridge_Scaffolding_Ltd/142/ Scaffolders in Preston A head for heights stood ex-Para Gary Hull in good stead when he left the Army six years ago to see more of his son. Sat, 14 Apr 2012 09:18:26 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Stephen_Smith_Decorators_Ltd/103/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Stephen_Smith_Decorators_Ltd/103/ Decorator, Preston, Painter Preston Cheerful Preston decorator Stephen Smith still has a big smile on his face – despite the clouds of recession. “Last year was tough but things are getting better for us in 2012,” he says. Sat, 14 Apr 2012 09:15:15 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Andrew_Bennett/19/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Andrew_Bennett/19/ Joiner, Preston, Joinery, Preston Andrew, 39, has been a joiner for 20 years. Sat, 14 Apr 2012 09:13:24 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Carl_Weyer/12/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Carl_Weyer/12/ Builders in Preston Talk to Carl Weyer and he stands pointing to all the houses he has worked at around Oban Crescent, Ribbleton, since starting a job there in January – around ten in total. Sat, 14 Apr 2012 09:03:31 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Broadway_Pharmacy/72/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Broadway_Pharmacy/72/ Chemists, Preston, Pharmacies, Preston Broadway Pharmacy is an independently owned family run business which has served the people of the area for nearly almost 60 years. Sat, 14 Apr 2012 08:51:46 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Home_Gas_Services/88/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Home_Gas_Services/88/ Former British Gas engineer and Corgi inspector Jacques Brown will service, maintain and install all domestic gas appliances and central heating. Fri, 13 Apr 2012 16:02:46 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/IT-Homehelp/203/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/IT-Homehelp/203/ Computer repairs, Preston, PC Repairs Preston If you’ve got a poorly PC or the broadband blues, Rupert Stocks is on hand to help in Preston households. Thu, 12 Apr 2012 16:58:20 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/GSC_Joinery_Ltd/214/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/GSC_Joinery_Ltd/214/ Joiner, Garstang, joiner, Preston, joiner Lancaster After two decades in business, Graham Crank has a reputation as a vastly-experienced carpenter. From staircases and wardrobes to kitchens and conservatories, no job is too small for this bespoke artisan – even fitting locks or replacing blown glass Mon, 02 Apr 2012 12:23:45 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/G_and_C_Landscapes/213/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/G_and_C_Landscapes/213/ Gardeners, Preston Gardening is truly a family affair for the Clinch family of Fulwood, with dad GavinClinch running the mainstay of the business Tue, 27 Mar 2012 06:14:16 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/north-fylde/blackpool/listings/Skinny_Mallet's_Personal_Training/152/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/north-fylde/blackpool/listings/Skinny_Mallet's_Personal_Training/152/ If you’d like to feel better about yourself but lack that motivation to stick to an exercise plan, then perhaps it’s time you called on personal trainer Lydia Harper. Tue, 20 Mar 2012 13:43:44 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Equity_Release_Advice_Line/211/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Equity_Release_Advice_Line/211/ Equity release, Preston, Equity release, Lancaster, Equity release, Garstang Are you over 55, own your own home and need money for whatever reason? Friendly equity release advisor Matthew Nickson. of Garstang, can help. Thu, 15 Mar 2012 21:43:47 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Equity_Release_Advice_Line_/210/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Equity_Release_Advice_Line_/210/ Equity release, Preston, Equity release, Garstang, Equity release, Lancaster Over 55, own your own home and need money for whatever reason? Friendly equity release advisor Matthew Nickson, of Garstang, can help. Thu, 15 Mar 2012 21:38:37 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Cleaned2Perfection/209/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Cleaned2Perfection/209/ Cleaners, Preston Cleaners, Garstang Friends Emma Carter and Karen Johnson are cleaning up in the Preston and Garstang areas, thanks to a meticulous partnership built on a personal touch. Tue, 13 Mar 2012 11:59:09 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Mad_Mcs/206/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Mad_Mcs/206/ Discos, Preston Whether it’s for children or adults, livewire Gary McPartland is guaranteed to get the party going all around the Preston area. Mon, 27 Feb 2012 09:51:10 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Dean_Maguire_Roofing/116/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Dean_Maguire_Roofing/116/ Roofers in Preston Word-of-mouth recommendation can see Dean travelling as far away as Scotland to do roofing jobs for good contacts Mon, 23 Jan 2012 20:57:21 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Stuart_Williams/199/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Stuart_Williams/199/ Cabinet maker in Garstang Former weaver Stuart spent six years studying to pursue his dream of becoming a cabinet maker, which he has done for eight years in the Garstang and Preston areas Fri, 20 Jan 2012 07:58:10 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Bob_Sutcliffe_Heating_Services/198/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Bob_Sutcliffe_Heating_Services/198/ Oil boilers in Garstang, Oil cookers in Garstang Bob Sutcliffe’s van has been a common sight these past two years in the Garstang area and this OFTEC registered technician’s friendly, prompt and reliable reputation is growing Wed, 18 Jan 2012 23:21:28 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Garstang_Country_Hotel_and_Golf_Centre/197/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Garstang_Country_Hotel_and_Golf_Centre/197/ Hotel in Garstang, wedding venue in Garstang You get a warm welcome from manager Chris Wood (right) and his team as you enter this popular family-owned hotel. Tue, 17 Jan 2012 19:03:50 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/north-fylde/bispham/listings/JP_Contracts/150/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/north-fylde/bispham/listings/JP_Contracts/150/ John Pumphrey turned his back on the more glamorous life as a casino croupier in his younger days and settled for a career in the building trade – because he valued his social life! Mon, 16 Jan 2012 17:00:11 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/S_J_Bowker_Ltd/195/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/S_J_Bowker_Ltd/195/ Painters in Garstang, Decorators in Garstang Painting and decorating is a real family affair at SJ Bowkers. Thu, 12 Jan 2012 19:18:33 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/K_and_M_Maintenance_Services_Ltd/81/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/K_and_M_Maintenance_Services_Ltd/81/ If your boiler breaks down or the power goes off, KandM are the people to call. Thu, 22 Dec 2011 09:43:57 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/north-fylde/blackpool/listings/Lydia_Harper/145/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/north-fylde/blackpool/listings/Lydia_Harper/145/ If you need a helping hand through the maze of the planning system, then Lydia Harper’s experience of working for two councils on the Fylde coast could prove a key to your problems. Mon, 12 Dec 2011 17:12:11 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/north-fylde/cleveleys/listings/CMD_Paving_and_Groundworks/146/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/north-fylde/cleveleys/listings/CMD_Paving_and_Groundworks/146/ Chris D’Arcy has more than 25 years experience in paving and groundworks, going straight into the industry as a school leaver. Mon, 12 Dec 2011 17:12:11 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/north-fylde/cleveleys/listings/Furniture_Solutions_4_U/147/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/north-fylde/cleveleys/listings/Furniture_Solutions_4_U/147/ Beverley Cooper is so keen to keep her furniture businesses in the family that she not only has her partner and daughter working alongside her but now also has her nephew driving the delivery vans, too! Mon, 12 Dec 2011 17:12:11 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/north-fylde/fleetwood/listings/Gates_Direct/148/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/north-fylde/fleetwood/listings/Gates_Direct/148/ If it’s security and style that you’re looking for, then Gates Direct is the place for you. Mon, 12 Dec 2011 17:12:11 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/north-fylde/cleveleys/listings/Juliet_Ansell_Classical_and_Acoustic_Guitar/151/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/north-fylde/cleveleys/listings/Juliet_Ansell_Classical_and_Acoustic_Guitar/151/ Juliet is a graduate of Trinity Guildhall College and has been teaching classical and acoustic guitar and theory for more than 10 years. Mon, 12 Dec 2011 17:12:11 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/north-fylde/blackpool/listings/Questa_Financial_Services_Ltd/154/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/north-fylde/blackpool/listings/Questa_Financial_Services_Ltd/154/ When it comes to finances, Questa Financial Services recognises that everyone’s circumstances are different. Mon, 12 Dec 2011 17:12:11 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/north-fylde/bilsborrow/listings/Rapid_Bytes/157/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/north-fylde/bilsborrow/listings/Rapid_Bytes/157/ If you’re unsure how to solve a computer problem or simply want a new system set up, Paul Cross and Jonathan Best each have a wealth of experience in IT to help you out. Mon, 12 Dec 2011 17:12:11 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/north-fylde/cleveleys/listings/Welivere_Aesthetics/160/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/north-fylde/cleveleys/listings/Welivere_Aesthetics/160/ The growing appeal of medical cosmetics means that it’s important you find a fully-qualified practitioner to carry out your treatment. Mon, 12 Dec 2011 17:12:11 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/north-fylde/poulton/listings/Roof_Energy_Systems/181/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/north-fylde/poulton/listings/Roof_Energy_Systems/181/ If you’re tired of soaring energy costs and also interested in reducing your carbon footprint, then perhaps it’s time to consider installing solar PV panels. Mon, 12 Dec 2011 17:12:11 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/north-fylde/poulton/listings/David_N._Bradley_Driving_School/182/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/north-fylde/poulton/listings/David_N._Bradley_Driving_School/182/ When you’re preparing to sit behind the wheel of a car for the first time there’s much more to consider than just the cost of lessons. Mon, 12 Dec 2011 17:12:11 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/north-fylde/fleetwood/listings/Janet_O'Connor/Red_Driving_School/183/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/north-fylde/fleetwood/listings/Janet_O'Connor/Red_Driving_School/183/ Janet O’Connor’s friendly, easy-going nature means she can quickly put her clients at ease when taking their first lessons. Mon, 12 Dec 2011 17:12:11 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/north-fylde/great-eccleston/listings/Chippendale_Lawnmower_Services/184/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/north-fylde/great-eccleston/listings/Chippendale_Lawnmower_Services/184/ A passion for tractors and more than 30 years experience as a mechanic suggest that Trevor Chippendale should be your first port of call if you need repairs or servicing to any petrol-engined garden machinery. Mon, 12 Dec 2011 17:12:11 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/north-fylde//listings/Fylde_Coast_Auto_Paint_Repairs/187/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/north-fylde//listings/Fylde_Coast_Auto_Paint_Repairs/187/ If your car or caravan's looking a little the worse for wear, then David Ash can quickly get rid of those unsightly scuffs and scratches. Mon, 12 Dec 2011 17:12:11 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/north-fylde/poulton-le-fylde/listings/Typingworks/159/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/north-fylde/poulton-le-fylde/listings/Typingworks/159/ Pam Rudd and Penny Eastham have explored the realms of fiction and politics via their virtual secretarial business. Mon, 12 Dec 2011 17:00:08 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/north-fylde/thornton/listings/Lisa_Benson_Accountancy_Services/168/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/north-fylde/thornton/listings/Lisa_Benson_Accountancy_Services/168/ Lisa Benson decided to go it alone and set up her own business after 12 years working as a senior accountant for a firm of chartered accountants. Mon, 12 Dec 2011 17:00:08 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/north-fylde/fleetwood-/listings/LOLandCo./178/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/north-fylde/fleetwood-/listings/LOLandCo./178/ If you’re looking for an alternative girls’ night in then what better than trying out the latest fashions with a group of friends in your own home? Mon, 12 Dec 2011 17:00:08 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Indian_Lounge_Eastern_Cuisine/186/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Indian_Lounge_Eastern_Cuisine/186/ Restaurant, Longridge Two years ago award-winning chef Suroth Ali brought his talents to Longridge’s Indian Lounge. Mon, 12 Dec 2011 17:00:08 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/north-fylde/blackpool/listings/whitehead_gas_services_ltd/189/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/north-fylde/blackpool/listings/whitehead_gas_services_ltd/189/ If boiler trouble leaves you without heating or hot water then you need a reliable firm you can trust to respond swiftly to remedy the problem. Whitehead Gas Services Ltd is a family-owned firm which prides itself on the level of service it provides to its clients. Mon, 12 Dec 2011 17:00:08 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/north-fylde/blackpool/listings/Advanced_Electrical_Installations_Ltd/190/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/north-fylde/blackpool/listings/Advanced_Electrical_Installations_Ltd/190/ A surprise government U-turn over feed-in tariffs for solar PV panels left Carl Gomez, like many in the renewable energy industry, with a major headache. Mon, 12 Dec 2011 17:00:08 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/north-fylde/bispham/listings/Italian_polished_plaster/191/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/north-fylde/bispham/listings/Italian_polished_plaster/191/ If you’re tired of tiles and looking for an eye-catching alternative, Steve Schofield and John Reilly believe they have the answer. Mon, 12 Dec 2011 17:00:08 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/north-fylde/carleton-/listings/DR_Electrical_and_SON_LTD/192/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/north-fylde/carleton-/listings/DR_Electrical_and_SON_LTD/192/ Electricians Dave Middleton and Jon Rutter sparked up a friendship while serving in the army – now they have set up in business together. Mon, 12 Dec 2011 17:00:08 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/north-fylde//listings/Reno-vamp_ltd/193/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/north-fylde//listings/Reno-vamp_ltd/193/ Restoration of old buildings is a passion for enthusiastic young joiner Stuart Schultz. Mon, 12 Dec 2011 17:00:08 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/north-fylde/thornton-cleveleys/listings/Phase_3_Electrical_Installations/153/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/north-fylde/thornton-cleveleys/listings/Phase_3_Electrical_Installations/153/ Eddie Von Lydden turned his hands to electrics after leaving the army in the early 1990s. Mon, 12 Dec 2011 17:00:07 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/RW_Electrical/121/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/RW_Electrical/121/ Electrician Rob Worswick believes in keeping his customers happy – because they always come back for more. Fri, 02 Dec 2011 07:56:56 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/PM__Robinson_Electrical/188/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/PM__Robinson_Electrical/188/ Electricians in Preston, Electricians in Garstang Reliability is key for electrician Paul Robinson. “I like to think I give a reliable service,” he says. “I don’t arrange to go somewhere and not turn up.” Fri, 02 Dec 2011 07:54:44 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Christine_Boyle/115/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Christine_Boyle/115/ With 20 years in the financial sector, Christine Boyle feels well qualified to handle most taxing problems. Wed, 16 Nov 2011 22:13:06 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Garstang_Plastering_Services/185/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Garstang_Plastering_Services/185/ A friendly manner and respect for the customer are a key part of Neville McMahon and Mark Walton’s approach. Wed, 16 Nov 2011 19:35:41 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Redline_Cycles/174/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Redline_Cycles/174/ Bikes - sales and repairs, Garstang If you want to take the puff out of pedalling, visit Christine Bennett and see her range of electric bikes at Redline Cycles. Mon, 24 Oct 2011 08:02:47 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/north-fylde/poulton-le-fylde-/listings/Mark_Foster_Window_Cleaning/173/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/north-fylde/poulton-le-fylde-/listings/Mark_Foster_Window_Cleaning/173/ There’s no mistaking window cleaner Mark Foster as he goes about his business – for he travels around in a 40-year-old Morris Minor van! Wed, 19 Oct 2011 11:10:34 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Advanced_Print_Solutions/171/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Advanced_Print_Solutions/171/ Printers Preston You can be guaranteed a cheap price from printer Robert Walker – without the quality being compromised. Mon, 17 Oct 2011 06:56:22 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/north-fylde/thornton-/listings/Julie's_Mobile_Hairdressing/169/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/north-fylde/thornton-/listings/Julie's_Mobile_Hairdressing/169/ If you prefer the convenience of having your hair styled in your own home, then why not call Julie Unsworth, who has spent 30 years in hairdressing. Wed, 12 Oct 2011 11:14:24 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Swinson_Joinery_Ltd/20/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Swinson_Joinery_Ltd/20/ Joiners in Preston Ben Swinson may only be a fresh-faced 25 but he’s already been running his joinery company for three and a half years and survived the recession. Sat, 24 Sep 2011 18:43:17 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Ribchester_Taste_Buds/167/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Ribchester_Taste_Buds/167/ Be it as official caterer to Goosnargh and Longridge Show, a 21st birthday, retirement party, Christening, children’s party, wedding or other celebration, Janis Whitlock is a familiar face Thu, 22 Sep 2011 15:43:09 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Marsden_Rawsthorn/105/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Marsden_Rawsthorn/105/ Solicitors Margaret and Ashley Marshall sum up the ethos of Fulwood’s biggest law firm. Tue, 20 Sep 2011 14:11:50 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Community_Gateway_Association/78/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Community_Gateway_Association/78/ If you’re worried about being alone at home, you may not realise it but you can actually buy peace of mind if you live in the Preston area. Mon, 19 Sep 2011 19:21:10 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Easymovers/117/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Easymovers/117/ Choosing a firm to move all your worldly goods is a daunting task. Meet Tony Mullarkey, who has made a living out of friendly and personal removals in the Preston area. Sat, 17 Sep 2011 09:51:09 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/north-fylde/carleton/listings/H_Wood/149/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/north-fylde/carleton/listings/H_Wood/149/ The art of french polishing is fast becoming a dying art – while finding a quality upholsterer can be a challenge. Fri, 16 Sep 2011 12:40:54 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/A_and_A_Garden_and_Weed_Management/165/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/A_and_A_Garden_and_Weed_Management/165/ Weed control in Preston If you’re fighting a losing battle with weeds in the Preston area, or you’ve a jungle in your garden, it’s time to give Alan McMonagle a call. Tue, 13 Sep 2011 16:56:31 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/John_Smethurst_and_Son_Ltd/124/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/John_Smethurst_and_Son_Ltd/124/ If it’s experience you want, few joiners around can match John Smethurst. The 65-year-old has been in the trade a remarkable 50 years, building up his business with son Carl (both right) to encompass a wide range of domestic, school and commercial work in Preston and the surrounding areas. Tue, 06 Sep 2011 07:10:11 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Peter_Holden/143/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Peter_Holden/143/ Mechnical engineer in Preston If a piece of machinery is broken or needs a service, Peter Holden is the man to fix it. Wed, 31 Aug 2011 22:13:03 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Perfect_Finish_Ltd/102/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Perfect_Finish_Ltd/102/ If you get a kitchen from Peter Wilson and David Taylor, they promise you will not be disappointed. Wed, 31 Aug 2011 08:46:51 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Distinguished_and_Personal_Interiors/161/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Distinguished_and_Personal_Interiors/161/ Kitchens in Preston When Daniel Porter went hunting for a new kitchen, the Penwortham-based designer ended up thinking he could do the job to a higher standard himself Wed, 31 Aug 2011 08:43:13 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Aga_Drain_Clean/2/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Aga_Drain_Clean/2/ Lancashire's notorious wet weather sent roofer Adrian Hooper's career down the drain - literally. Tue, 30 Aug 2011 09:07:01 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/David_Hall_Carpets/10/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/David_Hall_Carpets/10/ People driving past David Hall Carpets on Blackpool Road notice the stylish showroom and think the prices are sky high. They're wrong. Tue, 30 Aug 2011 09:07:01 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Norman_Goodwill_and_Son/11/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Norman_Goodwill_and_Son/11/ When Jason Goodwill began working with his father Norman, he never dreamed he’d be going back to the same customers – two decades later. Tue, 30 Aug 2011 09:07:01 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Kevin_Knowles/13/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Kevin_Knowles/13/ Such are the recommendations Kevin receives that he says he rarely has to travel more than 15 minutes to a job. Tue, 30 Aug 2011 09:07:01 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Steve_McGill/14/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Steve_McGill/14/ Former cabinet maker Steve set up on his own when he was made redundant 10 months ago after the collapse of Berry’s of Chipping, where he had been for 20 years, ending up as a maker of prototype furniture. Tue, 30 Aug 2011 09:07:01 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/JA_Jackson/15/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/JA_Jackson/15/ If you’re doing a big job in the house or garden, JA Jackson can help you out in all sorts of ways. Tue, 30 Aug 2011 09:07:01 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Ian_Simpson/16/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Ian_Simpson/16/ Ian runs electrical contractors Arthur Rhodes, a four-generation family firm in existence for 80 years. Tue, 30 Aug 2011 09:07:01 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Peters_Home_Electrics/17/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Peters_Home_Electrics/17/ You’d be hard pushed to find an electrician who’s been longer in the job than Peter Coughlan. Tue, 30 Aug 2011 09:07:01 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Bob_Walker/18/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Bob_Walker/18/ Meet Bob the joiner who can certainly fix it! Tue, 30 Aug 2011 09:07:01 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Pinnacle_Loft_Conversions/21/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Pinnacle_Loft_Conversions/21/ Four houses in Marina Drive, Fulwood, are perhaps the best reference Peter Hadfield could give any would-be customer. Tue, 30 Aug 2011 09:07:01 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Trevor_Worsley/22/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Trevor_Worsley/22/ Trevor, 49, has been decorating homes since he was 16 after gaining a City and Guilds Advanced Craft qualification. Tue, 30 Aug 2011 09:07:01 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Gavin_Bennett/23/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Gavin_Bennett/23/ Gavin, 38, has been a painter and decorator since school, serving an apprenticeship with Whittle Decorators, Preston, before working for his father Ken, a builder. Tue, 30 Aug 2011 09:07:01 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Darren_Clark/27/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Darren_Clark/27/ Darren, 29, has been a plumber for 12 years. Tue, 30 Aug 2011 09:07:01 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Steve_Hardman/29/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Steve_Hardman/29/ Twelve years ago, Steve was sitting in his Fulwood Leisure Centre office as acting manager when he came to a life-changing decision. Tue, 30 Aug 2011 09:07:01 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Ashton_Roofing/31/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Ashton_Roofing/31/ Bradley Gonzales, 49, branched out on his own nearly four years ago after many years in the construction industry, including three years at Kiernan Construction. Tue, 30 Aug 2011 09:07:01 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Guild_Scaffolding_Ltd/32/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Guild_Scaffolding_Ltd/32/ If you want to do a job on the house or keep costs down with a contractor by booking your own scaffold, look no further than Steve Kinsella and Peter Tracey. Tue, 30 Aug 2011 09:07:01 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Ajax_Cleaners/37/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Ajax_Cleaners/37/ If it’s dirty, Jackie Abram and her team will clean it – no matter what your situation is. Tue, 30 Aug 2011 09:07:01 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Fulwood_Dry_Cleaners/38/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Fulwood_Dry_Cleaners/38/ Jackie Nicholson, 47, has never looked back since joining the Fulwood laundry service four years ago. Tue, 30 Aug 2011 09:07:01 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Lane_Ends_Dry_Cleaners/39/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Lane_Ends_Dry_Cleaners/39/ Jackie One has 16 years’ experience in the industry and manages both the Fulwood and Ashton shops. Tue, 30 Aug 2011 09:07:01 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Martins/40/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Martins/40/ To deal with grieving people all your working life takes a special kind of personality. Tue, 30 Aug 2011 09:07:01 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Timeless_Ironing_Services/41/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Timeless_Ironing_Services/41/ It’s hard to imagine two people more enthusiastic about ironing than Mebs Desai and Riz Hansrot. Tue, 30 Aug 2011 09:07:01 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Josh_Coupe/42/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Josh_Coupe/42/ Mobile hairdresser Josh left Broughton High School and served a two-year apprenticeship at the now relocated SLM Hair and Beauty on Whittingham Lane. Tue, 30 Aug 2011 09:07:01 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Wire_and_Bead/43/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Wire_and_Bead/43/ Christine Wormleighton has designed jewellery for several years ands specialises in Christian jewellery. Tue, 30 Aug 2011 09:07:01 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Landorn_Kennels/Cattery/48/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Landorn_Kennels/Cattery/48/ A family’s love for animals led them to sell their homes and realise their dream of owning their own kennels. Tue, 30 Aug 2011 09:07:01 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Barkers_Pawfection/49/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Barkers_Pawfection/49/ Former Ashton High School pupil Joanne Fulham, 21, has had a lifelong love for animals and now runs her own dog-grooming service. Tue, 30 Aug 2011 09:07:01 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/K9_Solutions/50/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/K9_Solutions/50/ Katherine Thomas has a BSc (Hons) in Animal Behaviour and Welfare from Myerscough College. Tue, 30 Aug 2011 09:07:01 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Fulwood_Gallery/51/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Fulwood_Gallery/51/ If you want it framing, owner Peter Walker will be able to do it for you, whether it be a picture, football shirt, medal, golf card, model car or even items as unusual as a sword or shark’s Tue, 30 Aug 2011 09:07:01 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Emily_Jane_Moore/57/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Emily_Jane_Moore/57/ Emily Jane Moore, 29, can make a cake to rise to any occasion, whether it’s a birthday, anniversary, christening, retirement or a bigger event like a wedding, Tue, 30 Aug 2011 09:07:01 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Mrs_Jumble/59/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Mrs_Jumble/59/ Take young children on an adventure with Harriet Gore, an infectious entertainer for one to five-year-olds. Tue, 30 Aug 2011 09:07:01 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Adrian_Ross/61/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Adrian_Ross/61/ Former BBC DJ Adrian takes pride in being the ultimate professional. Tue, 30 Aug 2011 09:07:01 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Grassmaster/64/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Grassmaster/64/ If you want an expert in grass, John Coar is the gardener to ring. Tue, 30 Aug 2011 09:07:01 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Garden_Power_North_West_Ltd/65/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Garden_Power_North_West_Ltd/65/ A hanging basket at Chelsea Flower Show is the highlight of Julie Gornall’s career to date. Tue, 30 Aug 2011 09:07:01 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/JS_Berry/66/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/JS_Berry/66/ If you want it moving, excavating, taking away or knocking down, James Berry can sort it. Tue, 30 Aug 2011 09:07:01 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Peter_Smith_Landscapes/67/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Peter_Smith_Landscapes/67/ You may get more than you bargained for if you employ Peter to work on your garden. Tue, 30 Aug 2011 09:07:01 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/B_and_H_Pest_Control/68/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/B_and_H_Pest_Control/68/ Former farmer John Bracken is the man to call if you’re troubled by pests. Tue, 30 Aug 2011 09:07:01 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/A_and_SM_Singleton/69/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/A_and_SM_Singleton/69/ For problems with your lawnmower or any garden machinery, engineer Tony Singleton is the man to call. Tue, 30 Aug 2011 09:07:01 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/GSG_Buildings_Ltd/70/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/GSG_Buildings_Ltd/70/ From a dog kennel to a designer shed costing many thousands, family firm GSG can provide anything you require for the garden. Tue, 30 Aug 2011 09:07:01 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/LCPS/74/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/LCPS/74/ Lancashire Counselling and Psychotherapy Service exists to help you find a way through your problems. Tue, 30 Aug 2011 09:07:01 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Elite_Care_Providers/77/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Elite_Care_Providers/77/ A family’s experiences with their daughter’s severe learning difficulties inspired them to set up a service helping others. Tue, 30 Aug 2011 09:07:01 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Broughton_Physiotherapy/79/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Broughton_Physiotherapy/79/ Have you a pain or niggle that won’t go away? Chartered physiotherapists Mike Dean, 50, and Rebecca Coles, 38, can help. Tue, 30 Aug 2011 09:07:01 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Preston_Physiotherapy_Centre/80/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Preston_Physiotherapy_Centre/80/ If you’ve had a stroke, good physiotherapy is vital to regain as much movement as possible. Tue, 30 Aug 2011 09:07:01 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Base_Systems_Ltd/84/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Base_Systems_Ltd/84/ Go away on holiday and you can still have peace of mind about your home – by watching it over the internet. Tue, 30 Aug 2011 09:07:01 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/John_Foy/89/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/John_Foy/89/ John, 45, has 26 years’ combined locksmith and joinery experience, so he also repairs doors, frames and windows, wooden or uPCV. Tue, 30 Aug 2011 09:07:01 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Heat_Green/90/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Heat_Green/90/ The future’s green, cheaper and cleaner – and enterprising plumber Tom Cowell has climbed aboard the eco-bandwagon. Tue, 30 Aug 2011 09:07:01 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Tysons_Travel/92/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Tysons_Travel/92/ Owner Andy Helm pays such attention to detail that he checks your flight times himself – on top of what you tell him. Tue, 30 Aug 2011 09:07:01 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Riverside_Recoveries/93/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Riverside_Recoveries/93/ If your car won’t start first thing in a morning, these round-the-clock recovery and repair experts are ideal people to turn to. Tue, 30 Aug 2011 09:07:01 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Ashton_Autos/96/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Ashton_Autos/96/ Stuck on the drive with a car that refuses to start? Ashton Autos will have a mobile mechanic out to you within the hour. Tue, 30 Aug 2011 09:07:01 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Fonecabs/99/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Fonecabs/99/ Eight taxi drivers formed a co-operative 18 months ago, led by Paul Rhodes to concentrate on serving the Fulwood area. Tue, 30 Aug 2011 09:07:01 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Taz/101/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Taz/101/ Bob the Rabbit and Taz’s talking drawing board have brought joy to thousands of Preston children. Tue, 30 Aug 2011 09:07:01 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Nicola_Hughes_Services/104/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Nicola_Hughes_Services/104/ A love for figures saw mum-of-five Nicola Hughes forge a brand new career when her children grew older. Tue, 30 Aug 2011 09:07:01 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Daniel_Elliott_House_Clearances/106/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Daniel_Elliott_House_Clearances/106/ Clearing a house can be a daunting prospect, particularly if a bereavement is involved.But the process can be made far easier if you ring Daniel Elliott. Tue, 30 Aug 2011 09:07:01 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Louise_Oliver_/107/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Louise_Oliver_/107/ If you need relief from the discomfort of pregnancy, Louise is the person to see. Tue, 30 Aug 2011 09:07:01 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Pixie_Pots/112/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Pixie_Pots/112/ Artistic mum-of-two Samantha Lord will supply all you need for a party the children will never forget. Tue, 30 Aug 2011 09:07:01 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Smithy_Garage/118/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Smithy_Garage/118/ Smithy Garage (Salwick) Ltd must be one of North West’s best kept secrets, tucked away down a country road near Bartle Hall. Tue, 30 Aug 2011 09:07:01 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Key_Insurance_Group/125/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Key_Insurance_Group/125/ Insurance. We all need it but nowadays the word conjures up thoughts of long waits on the phone as you follow call centre prompts to talk to a real person. Tue, 30 Aug 2011 09:07:01 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/WBCS/127/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/WBCS/127/ Meet the Mr Clean of the wheelie bin world – genial Scotsman Colm McGuckian. Tue, 30 Aug 2011 09:07:01 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/PSA_Design/128/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/PSA_Design/128/ For building problems large and small, PSA Design takes pride in finding the solution from its base in Longridge, Preston. Tue, 30 Aug 2011 09:07:01 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Betty_Balloon/129/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Betty_Balloon/129/ A plea from her daughter for a balloon party blew Preston children's entertainer Jo Anderson in a brand new direction Tue, 30 Aug 2011 09:07:01 +0000 http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Cut_and_Dried/130/ http://www.homehandbooks.co.uk/listings/Cut_and_Dried/130/ Dog groomers, Preston A lifelong love of animals turned into a second career for former nursing sister Maureen Russell Tue, 30 Aug 2011 09:07:01 +0000