There Is No Green Future Without Skilled Engineers
The green future will not install itself, and it will not maintain itself either. Net zero, retrofit, heat pumps, solar, low-carbon buildings and greener infrastructure all depend on skilled people. Without skilled engineers, electricians, plumbers, heating specialists, ventilation engineers, refrigeration engineers and apprentices learning the trade, those plans stay on paper. Buildings cannot be decarbonised without the people who know how buildings work. Technology […]
Extreme Weather Is Turning Small Building Issues into Bigger Problems
Extreme weather has a habit of finding the weak spots in a building. These problems rarely appear at a convenient time. They show up when staff are already stretched, customers are on site, pupils are in classrooms, tenants are calling or services just need to keep running. A tired air conditioning system struggles during a heatwave. A […]
More Time On MEES Should Mean Better Planning, Not Delayed Action
The government has given commercial landlords and building owners more time to prepare for future Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards. That doesn’t mean they should take their foot off the pedal. At ASH Integrated Services, our view is simple: more time should mean better planning, not delayed action. The latest government update confirms the direction of travel is still […]
ASH Integrated Services Named Finalist In Two Wigan Business Awards Categories
ASH Integrated Services has been named a finalist in two categories at the Wigan Business Awards. The Wigan-based mechanical and electrical contractor has been shortlisted for Skills Investment Excellence and Engineering, Manufacturing and Trade Business of the Year, recognising the company’s continued investment in people, technical standards and responsible business growth. For ASH, the recognition comes after […]
Low-Carbon Buildings Need Joined-Up Thinking, Not Quick Fixes
There is no shortage of pressure on businesses to become greener. At ASH Integrated Services, we believe low-carbon building improvements need joined-up thinking and not quick fixes. Pressure can lead to rushed decisions. Energy costs, carbon targets, EPC ratings, landlord responsibilities, client expectations and public sector procurement requirements are all pushing organisations to look more seriously at the […]
The Greenest Building Upgrade Might Be Looking After What You Already Have
There is a lot of noise around green buildings, and rightly so; it’s gone beyond the time to listen; now is the time to act. Solar panels. Heat pumps. Smart controls. Low-carbon technology. Net zero targets. EPC ratings. All of it is important, but in the rush to talk about what businesses should install next, we sometimes miss the […]
Good Mentoring Takes Practice
When people think about mentoring, they often focus on the conversation itself. The advice shared, the questions asked, the career paths discussed. What often goes unseen is the preparation beforehand. Recently, Antony Grace, Director of ASH Integrated Services, joined fellow mentors at St John Rigby College to support students as they prepare for their next […]
What Should You Do If Your Business Loses Power?
Power outages rarely happen at a convenient time. Whether it’s a complete loss of power, a partial outage affecting specific areas, or repeated electrical faults, the impact can quickly spread beyond the building itself. Operations stop. Staff become frustrated. Customers are affected. In some environments, safety can also become a concern. The good news is that the […]
Trusted Renewable Energy Installations Start with Proven Electrical Expertise
Demand for renewable energy is rising. More organisations are investing in cleaner, more efficient systems to reduce costs and support long-term sustainability goals. That includes technologies such as solar PV, battery storage, EV charging infrastructure, hydrogen boilers and underfloor heating. As interest grows, so does the need for trusted contractors who can deliver these systems safely and […]
Raising Standards in a Changing Industry: Why NICEIC Compliance Matters More Than Ever
ASH Integrated Services has successfully passed its annual NICEIC compliance inspection, maintaining its approved contractor status for another year. While this is something we achieve consistently, it carries increasing importance as standards across the industry continue to tighten. The electrical sector is evolving rapidly, particularly with the rise in renewable technologies and the demand for more energy-efficient […]