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New construction products must be carefully regulated and monitored

New construction products must be carefully regulated and monitored

New construction products left untested can result in serious problems. The British Board of Agrément explains why they should be monitored for safety
Making the change to environmentally friendly construction

Making the change to environmentally friendly construction

Reconomy's Richard Walker examines how companies can make the transition to environmentally friendly construction and why it is important
Using BIM on smaller scale projects is possible

Using BIM on smaller scale projects is possible

Dan Rossiter of BRE explains the benefits of using BIM on smaller scale projects and provides tips based on his own experience of applying BIM to manage his home
Driving innovation in construction product manufacturing

Driving innovation in construction product manufacturing

Chris Ashworth, of BIM4M2 and Competitive Advantage Consultancy explores research into the future of innovation in construction product manufacturing
CITB announce program to fund new wave of assessors

CITB announce programme to fund new wave of assessors

A shortage of training assessors will impact the ability of the next generation of construction workers to be qualified say the CITB
Fire-stopping products are commonly installed but remain misunderstood

Fire-stopping products are commonly installed but remain misunderstood

Fire-stopping is the most commonly installed elements of passive fire protection systems. ASFP's Niall Rowan explains why correct installation is vital
Factory-built homes have many benefits for self-builders

Factory-built homes have many benefits for self-builders

Andrew Carpenter, Chief Executive, Structural Timber Association explains why factory-built homes are becoming an increasingly attractive way of building
The Bonfield review – a vision for energy efficiency

The Bonfield review – a vision for energy efficiency

BSRIA’s Tassos Kougionis outlines the progress made in creating more energy efficient buildings, including the recommendations made in the Bonfield review
Housebuilding agenda should not mean poor performing properties

Housebuilding agenda should not mean poor performing properties

Simon Storer, Chief Executive, BRUFMA explains why the government's housebuilding agenda should focus on the quality of new builds as well as the quantity
Council housing building programme in South Lanarkshire to double its targets by 2022

Council housing building programme in South Lanarkshire to double its targets...

An ambitious council housing building programme expects to complete 1,000 extra homes by 2022, benefiting South Lanarkshire residents
housing improvement

Housing improvement programme in Wrexham gets £56.4m funding

A record £56.4m investment will be used for a housing improvement programme to bring Wrexham council housing up to standard
Building supplies sales increase despite Brexit

Building supplies sales are up since the UK voted to leave...

Kingspan says the sales of building supplies in the UK has improved since the Brexit vote was made, with no evidence yet that leaving will be bad for the sector
computer generated regeneration

Computer generated regeneration work showcased by Wrexham Council

Wrexham Council shows how development and improvement works on the Plas Madoc housing estate will look with computer generated regeneration video
energy efficient homes

Ground-breaking scheme transforms properties into energy efficient homes

A pilot project has cut energy consumption by over 80 per cent by turning social housing into energy efficient homes A ground-breaking pilot scheme launched...
New Homes Review

Staying warm in winter – protect your new build home

Winter will soon be kicking in and when the weather worsens it’s best to be prepared. We have put together some useful information for...
New Homes Review

Save smart – how to make savings in your new home

Most people feel the pinch in January whether it be the bank balance or your waist band after the Christmas indulgence! As you may...
construction materials

Construction materials price hike hits 70 per cent of builders

New research has revealed that some 70 per cent of builders have experienced an increase in the price of construction materials due to a depreciation of the pound
roofing

What can go wrong with roofing?

Andy Butchers, Director of Build-Zone Survey Services shares his insider knowledge to help you troubleshoot this key element of your building project.
energy efficiency

Energy efficiency policy should consider how buildings can lower emissions

Kevin Bohea, President of the British Rigid Urethane Foam Manufacturers Association (BRUFMA) examines the challenges ahead for energy efficiency policy
Carbon offsetting at Oakgrove new build

Carbon offsetting: Opportunities for local authorities in energy efficiency improvements

National Energy Foundation energy specialist, Jane Richardson Hawkes, says carbon offsetting can help local authorities fund energy efficiency improvements Carbon offsetting makes a significant contribution...
coBuilder enter Nordic region Finland

coBuilder reaffirming a strong foothold in the Nordic region

coBuilder is further strengthening its presence in the Nordic region by entering the construction market in Finland as of January 2017 In order to better...
Premier Guarantee

Understanding U-Values

As we know, winter in the UK can bring some harsh weather; freezing temperatures, snow, wind and rain. No one likes a cold house,...
retrofit

UK-GBC calls for retrofit focus in the Autumn Statement

Ahead of the Autumn Statement the UK Green Building Council is calling on the government to make retrofit an integral part of its plans
Achieving efficient energy use

The Assured Performance Process for energy use

The Assured Performance Process for efficient energy use reduces the performance risk and protects the reputation of developers and local authorities

Partnership between Wrexham Council and Glyndwr University wins award

Wrexham Council’s Housing Service and Glyndwr University have won a national award for a tenant-led regeneration engagement project.

£7.5m energy efficient school completed by Ogilvie

Ogilvie has completed one of Scotland’s most energy efficient primary schools on time and within budget.