A Guide to BREEAM for Your Next Construction Project
Sustainability is at the forefront of modern construction. The chances are, if you are planning a new project, contributing to the eco-friendly built environment will be a priority. To achieve this, you will need to go through BREEAM, which is the leading framework for assessing construction sustainability throughout the world. In this BREEAM guide, the […]
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Solving the Care Gap
The UK care sector is facing a growing shortfall of care home beds, driven by an ageing population and the closure of existing homes. New care home development is not keeping pace with demand, increasing pressure on hospitals and the wider NHS. Redesigning and refurbishing existing care homes can help increase capacity while maintaining high […]
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What is a Party Wall Dispute?
A party wall dispute arises when neighbouring property owners disagree over proposed works affecting a shared wall, often during renovations or extensions. The Party Wall etc Act 1996 provides a legal framework to manage these disputes fairly, requiring formal notice (a Party Wall Notice) to be given to affected neighbours. Disputes often occur due to […]
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Tips to Ensure Your Care Home Project Runs Smoothly
Proactively identifying and planning for potential risks and delays is crucial to keeping care home construction projects on schedule. For refurbishment projects in occupied homes, physical segregation of work areas helps minimise disruption and ensures resident safety. All contractors should receive thorough site inductions from care home management to understand restricted areas and key health […]
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Which Building Survey Do I Need?
Building surveys assess a property’s condition, helping buyers identify structural issues and make informed decisions before purchase. There are three main types: the basic Condition Report (Level 1), more detailed Home Buyer Report (Level 2), and the comprehensive Full Building Survey (Level 3), each suited to different property types and conditions. Choosing the right survey […]
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