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Safeguarding your commercial or domestic property with Kingspan Service

Friday, 27th November 2020

Kingspan understands that you need a reliable service support team who will ensure your water or renewable energy system operates at optimal efficiency. Our complete home-system repair and maintenance packages for our water and energy systems provide you with excellent... View Article

What’s the true cost of condensation in your housing stock?

Thursday, 26th November 2020

Ask Glidevale Anyone who’s had to deal with complaints about damp and mould knows the cost of putting things right. The repairs to rotten timbers and water damaged plaster. The expense of redecorating and rehousing while the work goes on.... View Article

Government Confirms Importance of Ventilation to Reduce Spread of COVID-19

Wednesday, 25th November 2020

Vent-Axia has welcomed the launch of the Government’s new public information campaign which highlights how ventilating indoor spaces can reduce the risk of coronavirus infection by over 70%1. As part of the campaign a new short film released by the... View Article

Affordability is most important factor as London tenant priorities change

Tuesday, 24th November 2020

Over 2,000 tenants across London were surveyed as part of the Kinleigh Folkard & Hayward (KFH) Annual Tenant Barometer. Against the dramatic backdrop of the pandemic, it was an opportune time to ask tenants about shifting priorities. While there are... View Article

Aico facilitate panel discussion on LACORS reform

Tuesday, 24th November 2020

Aico facilitated a panel discussion on the LACORS (Local Authorities Coordinators of Regulatory Services) guidance document, in partnership with the NRLA (National Residential Landlords Association). Aico’s Southern Specification Manager, Tina Mistry hosted the discussion, and was joined by panel members... View Article

Landlords promote early communication and mediation to solve Covid rental issues

Monday, 23rd November 2020

Scotland’s largest landlord membership organisation has urged landlords and tenants to work together to sustain tenancies at risk due to the Covid-19 pandemic and ensure tenants access all available support to pay their rent. The Scottish Association of Landlords (SAL)... View Article

Submission of major brownfield planning applications and securing of three London sites with combined potential for over 1,650 homes

Monday, 23rd November 2020

Inland Homes plc (“Inland Homes”, “Inland” or “the Group”), the leading brownfield developer, housebuilder and partnership housing company with a focus on the South and South East of England, announces that it has submitted two major brownfield planning applications in... View Article

Post-coronavirus boom in social housing needed to tackle spiralling council housing waiting lists

Monday, 16th November 2020

A post-pandemic building boom of 100,000 new social homes for rent each year would not only meet demand for affordable homes but deliver a £14.5 billion boost to the economy – the equivalent to over half of the entire annual... View Article

Aico launch Smarter Homes, Safer Communities virtual conference

Friday, 13th November 2020

This month will see the launch of Smarter Homes, Safer Communities powered by Aico. This virtual conference marks the beginning of Aico’s advance into facilitating and holding events within the housing sector. Smarter Homes, Safer Communities powered by Aico is... View Article

New dual certificated fire doorset will help building owners and landlords make properties safer and more secure

Thursday, 12th November 2020

The draft Fire Safety Bill proposes to amend the Fire Safety Order 2005 to clarify the role of the responsible person or duty holder for multi-occupancy residential buildings. If approved, the changes will make it clear that building owners and... View Article

Backwater protection and hybrid drainage systems from IPS & KESSEL AG

Thursday, 12th November 2020

KESSEL AG – Protecting buildings from sewer flooding, through innovation Properties can become flooded by wastewater backing up through the foul sewer or rainwater system, and identifying Backwater Protection products, that meet the design standard, are reliable, cost-effective, and robust... View Article

Senior brings home the benefits

Wednesday, 11th November 2020

Senior Architectural Systems has delivered a stunning fenestration package for a new affordable housing development in North London. The Williamson Heights high-rise residential scheme in Wembley, has been developed by Peabody and designed by Delta Architects. Comprising two buildings linked... View Article

LGA opens bids for Housing Advisers Programme to tackle impact of COVID-19 on housing crisis

Wednesday, 11th November 2020

The Local Government Association (LGA) is launching the fourth year of the Housing Advisers Programme, an innovative scheme to help councils overcome housing challenges in their local areas, with a focus this year on projects tackling the impact of COVID-19.... View Article

Launch of Leviat unites construction accessories companies under new global brand

Tuesday, 10th November 2020

9 November 2020: Leviat, the new global brand for CRH’s construction accessories companies, launches today. Under the Leviat brand, leading industry names including Ancon, HALFEN, Helifix, Plaka and Isedio come together as one global business, creating a world leader in... View Article

Controlling your heating – with ESi…

Monday, 9th November 2020

It’s more important than ever to select heating controls that are relevant to the householders who will be using them in the property. Young technology confident couples will welcome the latest in touch screen controls whilst more elderly couples and... View Article

Flame retardant fire sprinkler boxing from UK Boxings

Monday, 9th November 2020

UK Boxings’ flame retardant ‘FR’ sprinkler boxing is the most recent addition to the company’s range of durable pipe and fire sprinkler boxing solutions. Manufactured from 12mm thick flame retardant Euroclass B compliant material, FR boxing is designed to provide a cost-effective... View Article

Gentoo confirms how it will work under new national restrictions

Friday, 6th November 2020

Sunderland-based housing association Gentoo Group has today confirmed it will continue to provide vital core services for its tenants and residents under new nationwide restrictions. In line with the Government’s guidelines for the property and construction sectors, the Group will... View Article

Looking up to meet new housing demand

Friday, 6th November 2020

Upward Extensions have the potential to provide a quicker and more cost-effective way of creating new affordable homes – and could be key to meeting current housing demands. Here, David Gatehouse at Langley Structures Ltd explains more about extending upwards... View Article