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There’s been a big change in the way that breather membranes are installed thanks to a new code of practice, which details design standards,…
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Fires on building sites cost the construction industry over one million pounds per day, with over two thirds of them started deliberately. All…
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The drive towards more energy efficient buildings continues to bring innovative products onto the market, such as insulated roof panels. These are an…
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Millions of metres of dodgy electrical cables are doing their rounds on the market, according to Approved Cables Initiative (ACI). These substandard…
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There are a number of steps that can be taken, in preparation for storms, which, if followed, should help to minimise the risks
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If you miss this deadline, the new standards will apply to your site. For new homes, the changes will be a 6% uplift on 2010 standards
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Section 106 agreements can be a nightmare for developers – they’ve been known to add months to the planning process, stalling work and potentially…
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The latest version of the LABC Warranty Technical Manual is now available. The manual, endorsed by RIBA and CIAT, is divided into chapters that each…
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Manchester City Council Building Control (MCCBC) surveyors have spent the last 48 hours dealing with two serious fire incidents that have left a…