Packages for everyone

CHAS offers award winning accreditation packages, for everyone, no matter how big or small your business Find out more Dear Reader Whether you’re a one man band, or an army of contractors CHAS has accreditation packages to suit you and your business.... View Article

Are you ready for 2030?

Why not register to hear design insights from interior design blogger & author Frida Ramstedt & global design expert Oliver Heath This year we have endured a situation unprecedented in modern history. One which has challenged our notions of work... View Article

For higher standards of site accommodation, choose Elliott

The safety and wellbeing of all people on sites has never been more important. At Elliott we understand the challenges on-site, and have accommodation solutions to help overcome them. Improving hygiene standards is critical in the post-pandemic world. Whatever number... View Article

Post-pandemic paving

Outdoor space has taken on a fundamental new importance with Covid-19. Chris Hodson of Interpave explains why a fresh approach is needed when designing and selecting paving for housing, to meet a wide range of new requirements. Apart from social... View Article

A flood of enquiries

With many homes still being built on flood plains, and flooding an increasing risk, there are a host of issues for housebuilders to address when it comes to drainage. Chris Green of ACO Water Management explains further. Since 2013, one... View Article

Estimating a full recovery

Marcus Jefford of Build Aviator explains how some of the supply challenges faced by housebuilders and developers as a result of Covid can be relieved with the help of intelligent estimating software. The coronavirus has had a profound effect on... View Article

Why specify recycled plastic?

Sarah Mitchell of Goplastic explores how and why landlords and social housing providers should utilise recycled plastic in their projects. The world’s annual consumption of plastic materials has increased from around 5 million tonnes in the 1950s to nearly 100... View Article

Avoiding pitfalls from roofs

Marley’s Stuart Nicholson pinpoints the most common roof specification pitfalls, and advises housebuilders on how to avoid them for a best practice approach. The quality and security of pitched roofing in housing has seen some huge improvements over the last... View Article

Reducing drainage noise

LISTEN HERE Adam Cafer of Polypipe Building Services discusses how sound pollution can be reduced, especially in tall building drainage systems. With one third of the UK workforce currently working from home, issues such as noise pollution from building service... View Article

The advantages of electric heating

Bill Walters of The Electric Heating Company explores how advances in technology and new energy efficiency standards mean there’s never been a better time to invest in electric heating. Electric heating is continually becoming an increasingly viable option for heating... View Article

Top advantages of renting construction equipment

In recent years, businesses across the globe have come to experience a surge in market dynamism. Whether it is technology, agriculture, or construction business, the unpredictable nature of the market is the reason why the business owners may be hesitant... View Article

What happens during a boiler service or repair?

Boilers can break down in the most unexpected times and cause trouble for homeowners. And if not fixed immediately, it can root temperature problems in the house and you to suffer. For this reason, regular servicing and repair are essential... View Article

Designing future-proof buildings to withstand climate change

With climate change an ever-present threat to construction projects, ensuring new buildings can better withstand the elements is key to a long and prosperous lifespan of any house, facility, or commercial property. Elements such as extreme cold snaps, torrential rain,... View Article