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For new dwellings and extensions, a popular method of providing ventilation has been to follow the principles of intermittent extract and background ventilation, known as ‘system 1’ in Approved Document F England or Wales. Although installation should be undertaken in accordance with the approved…
Data released by LABC Warranty has revealed that one of the most common defects in 2022 related to the poor installation of traditional slate and tile roof coverings. So, if you believe having a good understanding of the relevant code of practises is important, read on…
Part C2 of the Building…
Jack receiving his trophy from President Jayne Hall
The LABC Trainee of the Year award is presented each year to a trainee who best exemplifies achievement and a commitment to public sector building control and a public service ethos.
We are honoured to announce that the…
This country needs more houses to be built – no question. The Government says so, the housebuilders say so, the people who want a house say so – although they are likely to insert the word “affordable” into what they want. So why aren’t more being built? Could it be that over-zealous building…
Project summary
Client: University of Liverpool
Main Contractor: Shepherd Construction
Architect: Fairhursts Design Group (FDG)
LABC team: Liverpool City Council
A new four storey research laboratory at the University of Liverpool which houses the University’s Institutes of…
Prior to the government’s announcement on limiting non-essential travel, LABC Acoustics had already taken the decision to stand down our survey engineers with immediate effect.
This decision was not taken lightly but we must consider our responsibility to proactively manage and do our part to…
Whilst correct design, specification and detailing of cavity wall ties is important; correct and quality installation is just as critical to ensure performance of a wall throughout the life of a building.
Incorrect specification or installation can lead to moisture ingress or potential…
As part of our ongoing constructive dialogue with government departments and the HSE, LABC sent a letter to the Building Safety Regulator (BSR), the Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities (DLUHC) and the Welsh Government on 2 February 2024. This letter was sent to repeat our…
LABC held its annual President’s Reception at Trinity House in London this week during which this year’s President Chris Griffith-Jones announced his successor would be Dave Sharp from Wrexham.
In his formal address, outgoing President Chris Griffith-Jones (Head of Building Control at…
Data released by the London Assembly paints a bleak picture of diversity in the construction industry...
Analysis of Skills Funding Agency data has revealed that gender stereotypes continue to influence the male to female ratio of apprenticeships in industries that have traditionally been…