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Has the App been developed to replace physical inspections?
This App is intended to enhance the inspection process and not replace physical inspections.
Can I use the App for general conversations between me and my work colleagues or builders?
The App is not intended to…
Most properties in the UK have battery-operated smoke alarms, but mains powered smoke alarms interlinked between floors are the most reliable method of giving early warning in case of fire and must now be installed in all new homes.
Mains-wired smoke alarms are also required in certain types of…
Many of your fellow builders and architects are already members of the LABC Partner Authority Scheme, so if you’re not yet one – you’re missing out. The scheme is shared by all local authority building control teams in England and Wales.
As a partner, you can choose to work with any local…
Judith Schulz and Neil Hitchen of ARUP explained their “Top 10 design specification concerns” at a recent conference that forms part of LABC’s “Professionals in Construction” conference series. This conference focussed on controlling the spread of fire in high risk buildings.
ARUP gave an…
(Updated 1 May 2020)
Timber staircases are an integral part of many homes across the UK. While the design and manufacture of a staircase is key to its integrity and effectiveness, it’s just as important to install it right.
Poor installation can cause the stability of the stair to be reduced…
Approved Document R – Physical infrastructure for high-speed electronic communications networks came into effect on 1st January 2017 in England only. It does not apply to any work covered by a building notice, full plans application or initial notice submitted before then.
It's the most recent…
The challenge
Office fit-out works over the ground to third floors, including creating new internal staircases, and 2nd floor external terrace.
The objectives
To consist of office fit-out from ground to third floor. Accommodation stairs to be added through existing compartment floors…
Condensation and water penetration through windows, doors, and roof abutments are the leading causes of moisture problems. It can be difficult and expensive to deal with damp, so preventative measures using cavity trays and weep holes are best.
Here’s where to position your cavity trays and when…
One area commonly overlooked within building work is paved areas outside of the property. However since 2002 there has been a need to consider the adequate drainage of paved areas around buildings.
The 2015 addition to H3 imposed a requirement for paving, which provided access to buildings…
The challenge
The Co-op wanted to build a landmark building for its new headquarters. The 16-storey, 330,000sq ft building contains general offices, a call centre, meeting rooms, a restaurant, a café, and test kitchens. There is also car and bike parking, loading bays, and ancillary…