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A company which makes modular lofts as a revolutionary alternative to a traditional attic conversion has completed its first ever double loft project for a pair of semi-detached houses in Wimbledon.
And the project, whose walls and roofs were insulated with Actis Hybris honeycomb insulation and…
Although most people park their cars and vans on the road, occasionally we have to deal with an unexpected guest who arrives in their vehicle through the wall.
When this happens it’s usually Building Control who’ll visit the site following a call from the emergency services to assess the…
LABC has made a major contribution to a cross-party Parliamentary group that has now set out proposals for a New Homes Ombudsman to help provide better redress for dissatisfied home buyers.
In its report, published on June 26 2018, the All-Party Parliamentary Group for Excellence in the Built…
This guide is intended to help people involved with replacing windows in existing dwellings to understand the 2021 changes to ventilation requirements of the Building Regulations in England. The article provides details on the key changes, along with examples of how compliance can be achieved.…
Render is becoming increasingly popular. Previously favoured when remodelling an existing home, render has now become a mainstream finish option for new builds.
Housebuilders, especially those involved in smaller plots where quality and finish can be paramount, are responding to the demand and…
Introducing Courtney Bryan, winner of the LABC Newcomer of the Year award in the Grand Finals 2022. Courtney will be sharing what it is like to be a part of Building Control and how it felt to be a winner.
What is your current job title and how long have you worked within this role…
LABC are pleased to announce the launch of our new website for homeowners - Front Door. It aims to provide practical guidance on home improvements, lots of technical advice and information on building control and planning permission approvals.
The website features sections on home…
More than 750 leading construction industry figures attended the LABC Building Excellence Awards at the Westminster Park Plaza Hotel to acclaim best practise, quality and standards in construction.
These were the first Building Excellence Awards since 2019 following the global pandemic and LABC…
Figure 1: Air permeability testing (courtesy of energy-test.co.uk)
Part L of the Building Regulations places limits on the minimum standards of air permeability and requires all new dwellings to have an air pressure test. However, achieving a highly airtight dwelling may affect your ventilation…
Inadequate falls in underground pipework are one of the main causes of failures that lead to a warranty claim. LABC Warranty claims history suggests the main problem is the use of 100mm polyethylene pipes.
Approved Document H of the Building Regulations states the minimum permissible fall for…