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The above photograph was taken by one of our building control surveyors carrying out a site inspection, and shows how attention to detail (or a lack…
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Walls usually crack because of movement in buildings. Allowing for these subtle movements during construction can prevent problems later. If you don’…
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While it’s important to get the design and installation of the pile foundations right first time, one thing you may not have considered are the…
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Solid wall properties are often classed as ‘hard to treat’ and have traditionally been considered expensive to insulate. But there are solutions that…
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The Metal Cladding and Roofing Manufacturers Association (MCRMA) has produced guidance on effective sealing of end laps in metal roofing…
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Article updated on 31 January 2024
Older properties such as churches, barns and listed buildings frequently present problems that don’t always match…
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Cold bridging is a common problem, often arising where a gap occurs in the insulation of a building.
Whenever there is a break in the continuity of a…
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When you’re contracted to carry out work in a loft area it’s important to know whether or not your project will be controllable under the building…
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Flat roofs are a common feature often found on domestic extensions, loft conversions, garages, porches, balconies and in some cases the main roof of…