Buildings will need drying out following initial construction works, water damage from fabric defects or failure of services like water supplies,…
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From the 1st of October 2015 in England and from the 1st of November 2018 in Wales, Building Regulations introduced security requirements in relation…
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Most modern houses and extensions or refurbishments use plasterboard for internal walls or ceilings instead of the traditional wet two…
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Balconies can be a great addition to your home: they add extra light and ventilation to a room, provide some outside space and are a great way to…
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Dangerous structures can occur because of neglected buildings, badly executed construction work, extreme weather events and many other causes. LABC…
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Recent changes to the UK planning system give greater freedom for building or landowners in town centres to change use, extend upwards (up to two…
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Homes built before 1999 were designed and constructed without making provision for reasonable access to the entrances for either visitors or…
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More and more homeowners are carrying out adaptations to the stairs and landings in their home. Fashions have changed and the increased appeal of…
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You will need to retain a suitable toilet provision in the entrance storey in some form to comply with the regulations.
After the alterations have…