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In October 2017 the Government launched its new Clean Growth Strategy.
It sets out proposals for decarbonising all sectors of the UK economy through the 2020's. It explains how the whole country can benefit from low carbon opportunities, while meeting national and international commitments to…
A significant amount of heat is lost through uninsulated cavity party walls. In fact, recent research suggests the heat loss through party cavity walls in modern houses could be as much as that from all other elements combined.
Party wall thermal bypass occurs where cold air enters the…
At a Construction Industry Council (CIC) Reception last night, Tony Burton, Senior Partner at Gardiner & Theobald and CIC Inclusive Environment Champion presented the second Construction Industry Council Inclusive Environment (CIC-IE) Award to the winner, Wycombe Leisure Centre. The centre had…
There’s been a big change in the way that breather membranes are installed thanks to a new code of practice, which details design standards, performance, and installation of pitched roofs. Just selecting a roofing membrane off the shelf is no longer an option – membranes must be suitable for the…
Flat roofs are a common feature often found on domestic extensions, loft conversions, garages, porches, balconies and in some cases the main roof of a dwelling. They are more accessible, quicker to install and absorb sunlight at a higher rate than slated roofs, helping to keep the interior warmer…
With increasing pressure to build new homes throughout England, a Yorkshire factory has begun production of fully-fitted three bedroom homes with a low starting price of only £65,000.
Currently, the factory can produce eight houses a day, ready to be loaded onto lorries and delivered…
A major new recruitment drive by the Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB) is targeting schools in a bid to reverse the poor image construction still suffers among teachers and their pupils in the 14–19 age group.
CIOB have recently launched their ‘Think Construction’ toolkit. Developed…
If you’ve ever found a storm tank on site you will know how they can impact on building work.
They’re commonly found at the back of terraced properties and originally acted as a soakaway for rainwater drainage.
Built in brickwork they can range in size from 900mm diameter and 900mm deep…
The Metal Cladding and Roofing Manufacturers Association (MCRMA) has produced guidance on effective sealing of end laps in metal roofing constructions. This comes following a study of built up and composite roofing profiles that are most commonly used in the UK.
Getting it wrong at the…