Chimney breast removal

This article explores the reasons for the common removal of chimney breasts and the potential complications they can present during property sales if not properly managed. It also addresses significant safety issues that are frequently overlooked. The removal of chimney…

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How to select Builders and Trades persons

The challenges of selecting a builder or trades person Selecting builders and trades people poses numerous challenges for the public, a difficulty even industry professionals encounter. However, there are some helpful tips and pitfalls to watch out for. Having worked…

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The Building Safety Act 2022

Recent developments in the building industry have significantly impacted clients, both residential and commercial, as well as designers, builders and contractors. Following the tragic events at Grenfell Tower in North Kensington, West London, there have been sweeping changes regarding the…

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Finding the right chartered structural engineer

There are many occasions when the services of a chartered structural engineer may be required. These can broadly be put into two distinct categories: A) Consultancy advisory reporting advice B) Design advice – calculations and drawings. This article focuses on…

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What is subsidence and why we worry about it

This article provides a general introduction to a broad topic, what is subsidence, while subsequent articles will look into more technical aspects. It aims to familiarise the average person with the concept, explaining what it is, where it commonly occurs,…

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