Whether you’re a consultant, architect, accountant, or engineer, PI insurance protects you from claims related to mistakes, omissions, or negligence in your professional work. But how do you choose the right limit of indemnity for your policy?
After nearly 30 years of encouraging crime prevention techniques in both the landscaping of new developments and the physical security of buildings, Secured by Design (SBD), the national police crime prevention initiative, is poised to provide a wider range of initiatives than ever before to keep people safe.
Stricter new rules designed to strengthen fire testing for cladding systems on residential buildings were published for consultation yesterday (11 April) by Housing Secretary Sajid Javid
With cladding under the spotlight, Paul Valentine, Technical Excellence Director at the British Board of Agrément, discusses the factors behind external wall insulation failures and how they can be addressed
Members of the Property Care Association (PCA) are now able to achieve Chartered status through a collaboration with the Chartered Association of Building Engineers (CABE)
Dame Judith Hackitt hosted a meeting of the Chairs of the working groups which were formed following the Independent Review’s interim report publication in December and Summit meeting in January
In the second of a series of articles on the use of admixtures to waterproof concrete, James McDonald of Cementaid discusses the need for clear and robust specification
Premier Guarantee’s Facades Technical Standards Director, Clive Everett, answers the most frequently asked questions about fire in buildings and cavity barriers in external walls
The Grenfell Tower fire has prompted a nationwide examination of cladding used on high-rise towers. But who is responsible for dealing with the cost of replacing potentially dangerous materials? Daniel Stern of Slater Heelis examines where the law stands.
The British Standard for wall ties – BS1243 was introduced in 1945 and was a ‘prescriptive’ standard – ie all ties had to conform to the approved design of the time, and the ‘butterfly’, ‘double triangle’ and ‘fish-tail’ were born
Mick George Ltd has been appointed as a preferred maintenance partner for Lovett Sales & Lettings to provide planned and reactive maintenance works across...
Insulation specialist Actis will be available to discuss reflective insulation and its impact on reducing thermal bridging and improving airtightness at the annual LABC Policy Conference
Is the traditional structural warranty keeping pace with a rapidly evolving construction industry at a time of highrise mixed-use developments and new methods of building? Kim Vernau, CEO of BLP Insurance, takes a look
Ian Streets of About Access discusses the design of doors and their role in accessibility and safety, something often overlooked.
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Insulation specialist Actis has launched the latest in its series of in-depth how to guides, with the new addition designed to help architects and specifiers use the right products for their projects
Becky Armstrong, Associate at Eight Associates, examines the evolution of the BREEAM sustainability assessment methodology and rating system – and asks if it is still relevant to the built environment
Working with local authorities across the county allows Devon Building Control Partnership to offer more choice and higher quality services to its clients
The Actis Hybrid insulation range, which is already approved by the National House Building Council (NHBC), has added two further warranty providers to its stable of accreditations
National trade body the Property Care Association has seen a significant rise in the number of homes across the UK with atmospheric moisture issues. Chief executive Steve Hodgson gives an insight into how modern life is one of the major contributing factors behind a new generation of humid, damp homes
The third edition Habinteg’s Wheelchair Housing Design Guide has been authored by experts from the Centre for Accessible Environments and the Royal College of Occupational Therapists Specialist Section – Housing
The Property Care Association (PCA) has revealed the itinerary for a unique two-day event, which brings together national and international perspectives to investigate a major issue currently affecting UK properties – excess moisture in buildings
The Chartered Institution of Building Services Engineers (CIBSE) Scotland is to hold a one day conference aimed at bringing together building services engineers from across the country to meet one another, and to engage with important clients and other construction industry professionals
The British Board of Agrement is working with website SpecifiedBy to make it easier for architects and specifiers to select BBA-approved building products
Housebuilders will benefit from roofing guidance and free technical advice and downloads with the launch of a new and improved website from the trussed rafter industry
Mick George’s Facilities Management Service do it all, on projects of all sizes, supported by the natural benefits and assurance that a reputable brand...
Greater Manchester-based UAP Ltd, a leading manufacturer of door and window hardware, is proud to celebrate 25 years as a member of Secured by Design (SBD), the official police security initiative.
