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Posted on January 03, 2014
Puncture tests When you are looking for the best materials to use, it helps to see proof of which direction you should be heading. In the case of EPDM flat roofs, that evidence – happily – exists for all to see. …
Continue reading →Posted on December 19, 2013
Until recently, it was widely acknowledged that British weather consisted of grey skies and rain clouds. However, in the last few years, it has become more unpredictable. If it’s not torrential downpours in June, then it’s mild temperatures in October – we’ve even seen snow …
Continue reading →Posted on December 11, 2013
Labour councils are building twice as many affordable homes as their Tory counterparts. Figures gained from a Freedom of Information request by shadow local government secretary, Hilary Benn indicate that Labour-run constituencies have built an average of 403 council houses since …
Continue reading →Posted on November 29, 2013
Mayor of London, Boris Johnson, has said that double the amount of homes need to be built as the population of London is expected to rise from 8.3 million today to 10 million by 2031. According to ft.com, Mr Johnson has launched …
Continue reading →Posted on November 21, 2013
With the winter weather fast approaching, it is essential that homeowners ensure their roofs are watertight. Even the smallest of issues can develop into bigger problems given the repeated battering that buildings can receive during cold, wet conditions, so ensure …
Continue reading →Posted on November 21, 2013
The supply of housing in Britain is struggling to cope with current demand as the property market continues to go from strength to strength. A report conducted by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) surveyed 300 chartered surveyors. It …
Continue reading →Posted on November 11, 2013
The British construction industry has unexpectedly taken a turn for the better, experiencing its fastest growth since the economic crash in September 2007. The Markit/CIPS construction PMI rose to 59.4 in October, outdoing economists’ predictions of it remaining at Septembers …
Continue reading →Posted on November 01, 2013
Bank of Ireland has unlocked 75 million euros in funding for homeowners who wish to conduct improvements on their properties. Independent.ie says the news coincides with a launch for the country’s Home Renovation Tax Incentive Scheme. This will provide an income tax credit to …
Continue reading →Posted on October 25, 2013
A house in Shirrell Heath, Hampshire has lost its roof after it caught fire during a huge lightning storm on Tuesday night (22nd of October). According to bbc.co.uk, the home, which is located on Winters Road, has also suffered damage to …
Continue reading →Posted on October 18, 2013
Building a garage within the boundaries of your home can be a challenging yet rewarding task. It’s more than possible for a homeowner with good DIY skills to construct a top-notch garage themselves and they can potentially save thousands of …
Continue reading →Posted on October 17, 2013
Land owners could soon lose planning permission on projects which take too long to be completed. A report conducted by local think-tank Localis has suggested that councils should be given the powers to retrospectively remove planning permission after a certain …
Continue reading →Posted on October 10, 2013
Welsh property owners that add extensions to their homes will have have to consider environmentally-friendly regulations under new government plans, reports walesonline.co.uk. Housing Minister Carl Sargeant says that anyone extending their homes will soon be expected to meet “improved fabric standards” for walls, roofs and floors …
Continue reading →Posted on September 26, 2013
British homeowners are spending an average of £13,000 on single improvements to their property, according to a YouGov survey. Sponsored by Avant Homes and cited by remortgage-uk.info, the research showed that 75 per cent of homeowners in Britain have spent money on upgrading their property. Homeowners aged …
Continue reading →Posted on September 25, 2013
Plans for an one-size-fits-all document for technical standards in housing are to be shunned in favour of an ‘interim step’ approach, reports architectsjournal.co.uk. Industry members say the government is complicating matters by providing a stepping stone on route to the Building Regulations, in …
Continue reading →Posted on September 20, 2013
Since the financial crisis in 2007, the housing industry has struggled. House prices fell because suddenly; no-one could afford to buy a home. This was due to the fact banks became very restricted in terms of to whom they would …
Continue reading →Posted on September 15, 2013
A group of solar-powered homes could be built on top of a river in Edinburgh. Local renewable energy firm Sustainable Renewable Technologies (SRT) has released an artist’s impression of the project and will soon begin discussions regarding the necessary planning permission. …
Continue reading →Posted on September 06, 2013
Rochdale Town Hall will begin to undergo much-needed restoration on its damaged roof this week, reports manchestereveningnews.co.uk. The 142-year-old building is Grade I listed so it will require some delicate workmanship, which is why English Heritage staff will be working …
Continue reading →Posted on August 27, 2013
The UK has always had an above-average demand for property, which can largely be attributed to its population density (the volume of inhabitants versus land size). In fact, after discounting Europe’s disproportionately minuscule countries – including San Marino, Vatican City and Monaco – the UK has the third …
Continue reading →Posted on July 27, 2013
A number of residents in Hackney have won the right to choose which companies carry out major works on their homes, according to hackneygazette.co.uk. Initial plans from the council to get legal dispensation to enter into a ‘long-term contract with …
Continue reading →Posted on July 26, 2013
West Lothian Police is appealing for information from the public following the theft of lead from a nursery roof in Livingston earlier this week. The incident took place at around 5:40am on Tuesday morning, where three men were seen pushing …
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