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This is the sight that greeted one of our surveyors after local residents contacted building control about work on their street. If this is what the…
Press Release
LABC supported and gave evidence to the Commission of Inquiry into the quality and workmanship of new housing established by the All Party…
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This image shows an external cavity with the insulation removed because of damp penetration through the wall. If you look closely, the wall ties fall…
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If you’re contracted to do a job on an old or historic building that requires work to the roof, it’s best to use experts for this. Britain has one of…
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We’ve produced two documents providing guidance for insurers and contractors, as well as property owners on how to deal with the aftermath of a flood…
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Our surveyor spotted this shocking roofing mistake while out and about - we have no words! Let us know your thoughts in the comments section below.…
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The East Midlands is the latest region to host the annual LABC Building Excellence Awards. Finalists from Derbyshire, Leicestershire, Lincolnshire…
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This is what happens where there isn’t enough ventilation - the roof covering offers very good waterproofing, preventing rainwater from getting into…
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This is a common problem, most often caused by poor survey work or collapse of trench sides - resulting in the actual shape of the foundations not…