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25
Aug 2023

EPC Requirements for 2023: Staying Compliant

When it comes to owning a home, there are lots of things to think about. When you decide to become a landlord, however, this list only gets even longer. From finding the right tenants to running costs and energy efficiency, there’s more to property management than people may at first think. What’s more, with new EPC requirements for 2023, remaining compliant has never been so difficult. What is an EPC? An EPC (Energy Performance Certificate) report looks to identify the energy efficiency of a property, be it residential or commercial. These are usually included as part of the surveying process […]

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21
Aug 2023

Do I Need a Snagging Survey?

If you’re looking into moving into a new-build home, you’d expect there to be no hidden issues. Even though these homes aren’t decades of years old, however, they can still have problems. Fixable problems perhaps, but still ones that need to be addressed. In the majority of circumstances, however, these issues tend to be relatively minor. Perhaps a door isn’t closing properly, or some tiling has been completed to a poor standard. That being said, before you move in, it might be worth carrying out a snagging survey to identify these issues.  What is a snagging survey? Snagging is the process […]

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18
Aug 2023

Office Architecture: Building Staff Morale Using Design

It’s no secret that our environment has a direct impact on our mood. From boosting serotonin levels, to improving efficiency and morale, it’s vital that employers are improving their working environments to benefit employees where possible. If you’re in the process of building a new workspace, office architecture should be a key consideration. The choices you make during the design phase will ultimately have a big impact on your team’s overall energy levels, enthusiasm, and efficiency. Key elements to think about  The design phase can be a whirlwind, with lots of different elements to consider. The good news, however, is […]

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14
Aug 2023

Architectural Styles: Which Will Work Best For My Home?

For many people, the opportunity to build your home from the ground up is a dream come true. Designing your property exactly how you want it, down to the last detail. It’s exciting! With so much creative freedom, however, deciding between architectural styles can be a challenge. After all, it’s not something you’ll be able to change with ease. As such, it’s important that you know your options.  Popular architectural styles for new home builds Gothic Gothic architectural styles evoke the design choices of medieval cathedrals dating back as far as the Middle Ages. Trademarks of the gothic style include […]

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11
Aug 2023

Spotting Signs of Subsidence

When it comes to owning a home, there are lots of things that can go wrong. Properties are big commitments and no matter their age, you can never truly guarantee safety in your investment. As such, it’s important you can spot the signs of subsidence and other major issues such as damp, asbestos, and flooding, to name a few. Tackling these issues one blog at a time, today, our specialists have put together this post to help you avoid, identify, and rectify subsidence. What is subsidence? Subsidence is a term used to describe vertical, downward movement of the ground. This […]

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7
Aug 2023

4 Future Environmental Design Features of a Sustainable Home

The Future Home Standard (FHS) of 2025 looks to ensure new homes are producing 75-80% lower carbon emissions. This is in line with the UK government’s overarching objective of transitioning to a net-zero economy by 2050. With the built environment accounting for approximately 25% of the UK’s total emissions, this is a welcome change. The FHS looks to decarbonise new homes by focusing on reducing heat waste. They also encourage the improvement of heating and hot water technologies. This looks to be achieved in part by replacing current technologies with low-carbon alternatives. But what other future environmental design features can […]

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4
Aug 2023

Kitchen Refurbishment: A guide to building your dream kitchen

So, you’re planning a kitchen refurbishment but aren’t quite sure where to start? Whether it’s just a small move around of furniture or big structural modifications, any amount of change has been proven to boost happiness and improve our mental health. Not only does it give you that fresh, clean feeling, but it also helps you to fall back in love with your space. Unless you have a background in the construction or design industry, however, it can be tricky to know where to begin. To help you on your way, our experts have put together this guide to building […]

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31
Jul 2023

Facility Management Company in the UK: The Boiler Upgrade Scheme

As a facility management company in the UK, we’re passionate about helping businesses and homeowners become more environmentally conscious. In order for you to do so, however, it’s important that you’re aware of what’s available to you. Ordinarily, most people would be thinking about getting outside during the summer. However, given the underwhelming weather we have had as of late, the colder months are on a lot of our minds. What’s more, for those of you looking to make big changes before the winter, you need to start thinking about these now. And arguably one of the most important considerations […]

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28
Jul 2023

Types of House Survey

For most of us, buying a home will likely be the most expensive purchase that we’ll ever make. Understandably, you’re going to want to know every detail about the exact condition of the property before you sign. Of course, you’ll be able to spot some issues from the get-go. If the roof is falling in, you’ll probably be able to tell. It’s often the case, however, that it’s the hidden issues that end up causing the most damage over time. In order to discover these, a house survey is necessary. But what types of house survey even exist?  Condition Report […]

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24
Jul 2023

School Architecture: Reducing your carbon footprint

We’re all trying to do our bit to help the planet and the education sector is no exception. When it comes to school architecture, there are a multitude of ways you can work to reduce your carbon footprint right from the off. This means that not only are you able to inspire the next generation, but you’re also able to do so with little negative impact on their future. What is a carbon footprint? Your carbon footprint is a measurement of how much greenhouse gas is produced through the daily activities of an individual, school, organisation, or community. In the […]

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