Flooring Fixes

When undertaking flooring installations as part of a refurbishment, you never know what you are dealing with until you actually remove old floorcoverings. Flooring contractors will frequently encounter a number of challenges that they would be less likely to find... View Article

Works progress at new central Northampton student digs

Construction works are well underway for a new £2million high-spec student accommodation scheme in Northampton town centre. Delivered by nationwide refurbishment contractor, Fortis Vision, Orient House – a purpose-built 41-bed student building on Kettering Road – will provide accommodation where there... View Article

Grand Union Housing Group turns to smart home tech to gather real-time information on damp and mould, while ensuring data-driven compliance

Milton-Keynes based Grand Union Housing Group has introduced smart home technologies across its housing portfolio of 12,500 properties to improve resident safety, reduce damp and mould concerns, and ensure compliance with shifting regulations on social housing. Aico’s HomeLINK Connected Home Solution IoT sensors were... View Article

“Build communities, not homes,” says framework leader

Solving the housing crisis is as much about building communities as it is homes, according to the head of one of the UK’s leading social housing procurement consortiums. Speaking during Housing 2023, Lee Parkinson, chief executive of Efficiency North says... View Article

Condensation mould – a black mark for property

Black mould associated with condensation is becoming an increasing problem for homes in the UK and following the tragic death of Awaab Ishak, one that is high on the agenda for housing managers. Mould is a microfungus and may be... View Article

Partnership renewed to build on over £250m housing success

Housing leaders have renewed a crucial partnership – after revealing the huge successes it has delivered to Scotland’s market for affordable and accessible homes. Since it was launched in 2018 the partnership has seen Scottish Procurement Alliance (SPA) support and collaborate with... View Article

Make ‘LiteWork’ of working in Summer

Cover up for shade with lightweight Snickers Workwear – a must for the summer months. LiteWork working clothes from Snickers Workwear are specially designed for craftsmen and craftswomen who need to keep cool when it’s hot and protected when it’s... View Article

How to Unblock an Outside Drain Full of Mud

So, you are experiencing a lot of inconvenience for your blocked drain and looking for proven ways to unblock it and restore normalcy. You can hire an emergency plumber in Harlow for an immediate solution. Experts can address the condition... View Article

Choosing the Right Roofing: Recommendations from Our Architect

Are you considering a roof replacement or installation for your home in London? Choosing the right roofing material is essential for both aesthetic appeal and long-term durability. Our experienced architects in London, specializing in home improvement projects, has provided some... View Article

Sovereign’s response to governance upgrade

The Regulator of Social Housing has today published a regulatory judgement upgrading Sovereign Housing’s governance rating from G2 to G1. In June 2022 the Regulator downgraded Sovereign to G2, stating that while Sovereign’s governance remained compliant the housing association needed... View Article