The installation or improvement of loft insulation is one of the simplest ways of improving the energy efficiency of a building. Up to 25% of heat…
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What is carbon monoxide?
Carbon monoxide is colourless, odourless and tasteless. Mild poisoning can cause headaches and flu-like symptoms, whilst…
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The building regulations specify limits on water use for newly constructed homes and those formed by converting existing buildings. …
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Insulation specialist Actis will be presenting its popular SAP training sessions at two LABC virtual roadshows next month.
The first takes place on…
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LABC welcomes the news that the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) has appointed Peter Baker as the new Chief Inspector of Buildings, to establish and…
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Cornwall has seen a more than 50% rise in cases of dangerous structures reported to the council in just five years.
Dangerous structures are one of…
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A north west builder has been jailed for fraud after admitting faking insurance documents and building control approval forms as well as carrying out…
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On Wednesday 20 January, a sinkhole appeared in Walmer Street in the Gorton area of Manchester. This was followed the next day by the collapse of two…
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Published in November 2020 by the UK Government 'Smart meter installation in domestic new build premises' supports the roll out of smart…