Construction begins on 19 new social homes in Arden

Family-owned, Glasgow-based housebuilder AS Homes (Scotland) has officially begun construction on 19 new homes for social rent in Arden, Glasgow, marking the next phase of regeneration in the area. The £4.3 million development is being delivered in partnership with Glen... View Article

Not just for installers

The UK’s built environment is entering a period of rapid change. With new building safety regulations, ambitious decarbonisation targets and the urgent need to upgrade existing housing stock, developers, housing providers and contractors face increasing pressure to deliver buildings that... View Article

To buy or to hire? That is the question

Construction plant can be high cost and often may require specialist machinery and services. Groundwork specialist and YouTuber Dave Vickers gives some pointers on when to buy and when to hire.  Getting the right tools and plant, on time, in... View Article

Tackling damp & mould in student accommodation

Student accommodation providers across the UK are seeing an increase in damp and mould challenges in shared accommodation. With an ever-growing student population, paired with a tightening housing supply and rising expectations around living standards, providers are under pressure to... View Article

SBS Awarded Major Whole-House Retrofit Contract by PA Housing

PRINCIPAL retrofit contractor Sustainable Building Services Ltd (UK) Ltd (SBS) has been awarded a major new retrofit contract by PA Housing, delivering a comprehensive energy efficiency upgrade programme across more than 3,000 properties spanning the south of England and the midlands. Established in 1976, SBS is a multi-award-winning principal contractor currently delivering projects with a... View Article