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Bigger Prizes. Stronger Trade. More Reasons to Shop Local
Bigger prizes. Stronger trade. More reasons to shop local. Three months after launching, one thing is clear: The IPG App has become much more than just prize draws. Designed to reward installers...
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Why Visit The IPG at InstallerSHOW 2026?
As proud sponsors of the World Plumbing Conference (WPC), The IPG is committed to being part of the conversations shaping the future of the plumbing, heating and merchant sectors. Key industry...
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New in Showrooms - Definity Bathrooms and Kitchens Spotlight
Definity Bathrooms & Kitchens in Dereham, Norfolk is a new bathroom and kitchen retail showroom. Operated by Mech Elec Wholesale ltd, the 2,000sq ft studio has been designed as an...
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Why the Trade is Turning to Independents
For today’s installers and engineers, choosing where to buy materials is about more than just price. Reliability, product knowledge and having a merchant that understands the realities of the...
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Steady Demand, Squeezed Margins: How Independent Merchants are Supporting The...
Plumbing and bathroom installers are moving through 2026 with workloads holding steady, but under increasing financial pressure from tighter margins and more cautious customers....
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Building on Experience - Nu Independent Wholesalers Feature
For James Cox, Director of Nu Independent Wholesalers, moving into merchanting was a natural progression after spending years working in the plumbing and heating trade. Having started his career...
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The IPG App - Turning everyday visits into bigger rewards
Something big has arrived at the trade counter. If your local independent merchant or showroom is part of The IPG, there’s now an even better reason to visit. Launched on 16 February, 2026,...
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The Installer has changed
Today’s installer operates in a very different world to the one we knew 20 years ago and that shift is reshaping what tradespeople need from merchants and suppliers. As Lee Wilcox, CEO of On...
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The IPG Member Spotlight: Gasbits Ltd - 20 Years of Independent Success
One of the most rewarding parts of being part of The IPG is seeing our members grow, adapt and truly thrive - Gasbits Ltd is a great example of what long-term independent success looks like....
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The IPG Launches Festive 'Elf and Safety' Christmas Charity Campaign
This December, The IPG is sprinkling some festive mischief across member stores with the launch of its playful Elf and Safety Christmas charity campaign. Running from the 8th to 22nd December, the...
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The Power of Community: Unique Plumbing Supplies Builds a Legacy of Care
For Nick and Samantha Khaira, owners of Unique Plumbing Supplies, the past year has shown just how powerful community can be. What began as a small, family-run business in Eastleigh back in 2004...
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Trade Local Day Shined Bright in 2025!
On Tuesday, 9th September 2025, Trade Local Day returned, celebrating the spirit of independent member stores across The IPG. The day was brought to life with decorated trade counters, lively...
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Experiencing Trade Local Day First-Hand
The IPG recently held Trade Local Day to support independent member stores across the country. Joe Dart visited IPG member, H Lilley & Co Ltd, in Kent to find out more. Trade Local Day is a...
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Trade Local Day: Supporting Proud, Independent Businesses
Every year on the 9th of September, The IPG leads Trade Local Day, an initiative dedicated to shining a spotlight on the strength and spirit of independent plumbing stores and bathroom showrooms...
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The IPG Strengthens its Board with the Appointment of Paul Hetherington
The IPG, the UK’s leading membership group for independent plumbing and heating stores and bathroom showrooms, is delighted to announce the appointment of Paul Hetherington to its Board of...
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Top benefits to shopping with an independent member of The IPG
The IPG empowers independent plumbing stores and bathroom showrooms in every aspect of sales and marketing, providing businesses with the tools and expertise needed to stand tall against larger...
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Why you should always trade local and support independents
In a world where convenience often drives our decisions, it’s easy to overlook the impact of where we shop. Yet choosing to trade locally and support independent businesses offers benefits...
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Why installers trade local
On Monday 9 September 2024, The IPG launched Trade Local Day®, a special event dedicated to celebrating independent businesses in the industry. Over 100 locations around the UK celebrated the...
