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Last week, a devastating fire engulfed a block of flats in Dagenham. The incident serves as a stark reminder of the ongoing challenges in ensuring building safety.   The building, which was undergoing cladding remediation, had known safety issues and failed to fully meet building regulations at the time of construction. This echoes the tragic events of Grenfell Tower, where similar systemic failures led to a devastating loss of life.   As we digest the publication of the final Grenfell Tower Inquiry, it is imperative that the industry learns from past mistakes. The report's findings and recommendations will undoubtedly have a profound impact on future building practices and regulations.   We have a collective responsibility to expedite our industry's progress. Those responsible must be held accountable for their actions. The urgency of this matter cannot be overstated. #grenfell

When you are having a survey completed on a property you want as little disruption and intrusion as possible. 𝘖𝘶𝘳 𝘓𝘦𝘷𝘦𝘭 𝘖𝘯𝘦 𝘣𝘶𝘪𝘭𝘥𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘴𝘶𝘳𝘷𝘦𝘺 𝘤𝘰𝘮𝘦𝘴 𝘸𝘪𝘵𝘩 𝘢 𝘤𝘰𝘮𝘱𝘭𝘦𝘵𝘦𝘭𝘺 𝘶𝘯-𝘪𝘯𝘵𝘳𝘶𝘴𝘪𝘷𝘦 𝘴𝘶𝘳𝘷𝘦𝘺 𝘸𝘩𝘪𝘤𝘩 𝘪𝘴 𝘤𝘰𝘮𝘱𝘭𝘦𝘵𝘦𝘥 𝘧𝘳𝘰𝘮 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘳𝘰𝘰𝘧 𝘢𝘭𝘭 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘸𝘢𝘺 𝘥𝘰𝘸𝘯 𝘵𝘩𝘳𝘰𝘶𝘨𝘩 𝘵𝘰 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘣𝘢𝘴𝘦𝘮𝘦𝘯𝘵 𝘱𝘳𝘰𝘷𝘪𝘥𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘢 𝘧𝘶𝘭𝘭 𝘰𝘷𝘦𝘳𝘷𝘪𝘦𝘸 𝘰𝘧 𝘢𝘯𝘺 𝘪𝘴𝘴𝘶𝘦𝘴 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘱𝘳𝘰𝘱𝘦𝘳𝘵𝘺 𝘮𝘢𝘺 𝘩𝘢𝘷𝘦. This survey is not to be confused with the Homebuyer Level Three survey. In need of a survey regarding the conditions of a building? Speak to the team today on 0161 633 9860 #Property #Construction #BuildingSurvey #Surveys #Manchester #PropertyProfessionals

RED tape around granny flat construction has come into effect in Western Australia, with planning approvals no longer required for any units of up to 70 sqm. #planning #buildingandconstruction #buildingconstruction

Commercial demolition is an essential part of the renovation process. It helps provide a proper foundation so that the upcoming improvements can proceed. Careful planning is a part of this process too, ensuring that the work is completed thoroughly, efficiently, and with best practice safety measures in place. In that respect, all our demo projects are similar, with the removal of materials such as drywall, flooring, and other debris. But each one is unique too, due to the type of facility and nature of the renovations. For example, this week’s featured job finds the crew removing walk-in coolers at this Louisville area business. While not every project requires such measures, it was part of the process for this space. Our specially trained team, which includes members who are OSHA 10 and 30 certified, was up to the task. The coolers and related materials were cleared out quickly and the demo space is safe and ready for the next phase of the renovation. If a commercial renovation is in your future, we’d love to offer our demolition services. Whether your facility is large or small, we are equipped to get your project prepped and ready to go. Give us a call at 502-964-1721 to see how we can assist you. #commercialdemolition #commercialconstructioncleanup #commercialpressurewashing #commercialcleaningservices #commercialcleaningcompany #womenownedbusiness

Don’t forget these 2 Important things to keep in mind before buying Preconstruction #marathiREALTOR #gtarealestateagent #realtor #preconstruction

How can you ensure peace of mind for Duty Holders when specifying fire-safe building materials? We suggest choosing tried and tested construction products that are A1 fire-rated, that have high compressive strength to withstand heavy loads, and strict dimensional sizes for precision building. Clay brick has been meeting Building Safety Act regulations long before they were defined, so it comes as no surprise that clay brick data is robust for building legacy in the Golden Thread. Learn more https://lnkd.in/enEVx9rg #BetterWithBrick #ClayBrick #FireSafety #BuildingRegulations #GoldenThread

The Grenfell Tower Inquiry Phase 2 Report was highly critical of central government and the construction industry. In this note Holly Gradwell and Sam Moore have considered the findings and the scope for potential recovery actions by professionals / contractors and their PI insurers against cladding product manufacturers. #professionalindemnity #construction #grenfell

#LeedsCityCouncil to Construct New #Footbridge in #Otley Following Public Safety Concerns and Reported Defects. After detecting defects in July 2023, #LeedsCityCouncil has decided to replace the #OtleyFootbridge. Following public reports, the council conducted an urgent investigation to assess the need for repairs. Specialist contractors examined the underside of the existing footway and discovered additional hidden defects. The findings revealed that the problems were more extensive than initially thought, leading the council to opt for constructing a new footway. To minimize disruption, the council plans to set up a temporary footbridge. This will ensure residents maintain easy access across the river during the construction of the new footbridge. The temporary bridge will be located just east of #OtleyBridge and will provide a connection to #TittybottlePark. #OtleyBridge, a Scheduled Ancient Monument nearly 800 years old, spans the #RiverWharfe with seven stone arches, connecting the two halves of #Otley town via the #B6451. In the 1950s, as vehicular traffic increased, a cantilevered concrete pedestrian walkway was added to enhance safety. This walkway is now deteriorating, with temporary deck boards covering holes in the footway, and a rolling program of inspections is in place pending its replacement https://lnkd.in/gYv4Hqmv #LeedsNews #LeedsStar #LeedsStarNewspaper #LeedsCityCouncil #VisitLeeds #LeedsCity #Leeds

Lead Testing and Green Building Myth Busting: https://buff.ly/3uqrnsL Did you know that lead can be found in floor and wall tiles, and plumbing fixtures, in addition to paint? Green Builder Matt Hoots of Sawhorse, Inc. and Scott Anglin of National Environmental Solutions, Inc. explain why lead testing is essential in older homes, using the #1920sMakeoverATL Deep Energy retrofit as an example. Matt also walks us through a DIY lead test, and both explain the difference between DIY and professional testing, and when you might choose each. Proper mediation of any lead is essential to avoid creating lead dust during demolition, and beyond. #lead #leadtesting #tile #plumbing #plumbingfixtures #paint #bathrooms #remodeling #greenbuilding #healthybuilding #demolition #remediation #health #building #construction #renovation #retrofit #safety