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Improve Your Energy Efficiency: Deep Retrofitting

A deep retrofit looks at the house as a whole and addresses all aspects of energy use in the home. The aim of a deep retrofit is to achieve a BER A-rating. To achieve this a number of areas need to up

Building Control Process in the U.K.

The building control process involves building inspectors approving some aspects of the building work. Currently three laws control this process in England:Building Act 1984 (Building Act)Building Reg

Planning Permission: Laws & Regulations in the U.K.

Contents:What Are Planning Permissions?Types of Planning PermissionsWhat to Include in a Planning Permission Application? How Long Does It Take to Obtain One?Can Planning Permission Expire? 

Do I Need a Building Control Body?

When Building Regulations apply to the work you want to do, then you need either to: involve a building control body – either local authority building control or an approved inspector – oruse an

Appoint an Approved Inspector for Your Building Project

If you are planning to carry out building work as defined in regulation 3 of the Building Regulations, it must comply with the Building Regulations. The role of checking this falls to a building contr

House Insulation: All You Need to Know

Insulation is all around us and helps to keep our buildings warm in the winter and cool in the summer. It is incredibly important when it comes to reducing your home’s energy costs and consumption. By

The Most Cost-effective Insulation: Wall Insulation

Insulation is incredibly important when it comes to reducing your home’s energy costs and consumption. By upgrading your home’s insulation you could make significant savings on your heating bills, as