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Creating a new building from scratch can have its challenges. But achieving the low energy retrofit of an existing building can in some ways present a greater challenge still. Even so, there is a growing number of impressive and successful low energy retrofits across the UK.
What’s the…
Local Authority Building Control prevents at least 476,000 things going wrong on site every year before construction even begins.
LABC has released independent research on issues that were found during the routine plan assessments done by local authority building control teams. The research,…
As we get used to the new year with its challenges and resolutions, it's clear the construction industry needs to change – and that’s why I’m asking for your help and support.
For years we all recognised the system was broken. Sadly, despite all the warnings it took the tragedy at Grenfell to…
LABC is delighted to announce the re-launch of our awards programme for 2021/22.
As you know, COVID-19 did not stop work for the construction industry last year so it’s time to celebrate the excellent projects completed in 2020 and the fabulous, talented people who made them happen.
The…
When a property is up for sale and building work has been carried out on it, the seller will need a form of certification to say that the works have been inspected and that they comply with the building regulations.
At least, that seems to be the current view of many engaged in the conveyancing…