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Communal Area Internal Decorating Guide

Posted on November 28, 2019

As we approach the winter months, many Residential Management Companies may be turning their attention to the question of communal area internal decorating and refurbishment. With residents moving in and out on a regular basis, the likelihood of the finishes in communal hallways and stairwells becoming scuffed and damaged is significant and they may need […]

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How to winter proof your property

Posted on November 21, 2019

  There are loads of simple things you can do around your property to winter proof your property and keep it cosy this winter. Here are our eight top tips to make your property warm from top to bottom, starting with your roof. 1. Give your gutters a clear-out It’s not a nice job but […]

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Blocked drains: causes and prevention

Posted on October 24, 2019

Blocked drains can be a nuisance, but if caught and dealt with early on they are relatively easy to fix and you might be able to avoid more serious leaks, overflows or electrical damage which can sometimes occur. If you’d prefer to call the experts in, our specialist drainage engineers are here to help. There […]

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CDM Regulations explained

Posted on October 14, 2019

CDM are the main set of regulations for managing the health, safety and welfare of construction projects. If you work in construction, we hope this summary of the CDM regulations will give you a good introduction to what you need to do. Start safe and stay safe Overseen by the Health and Safety Executive (HSE), […]

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Stop Penetrating Damp

Posted on October 4, 2019

There are three main causes of damp: rising damp, condensation and penetrating damp. We will be focusing on Penetrating damp in this post. We will explain what could be causing your penetrating damp, from cracks in a wall to leaking gutters, and how to deal with them. Before you can fix the penetrating damp issue, […]

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Winter Ready Drains. Special Offer

Posted on September 30, 2019

The leaves are starting to fall and winter is approaching fast… act now with our winter ready drains special offer to keep your drains clear for another season! During the cold and windy autumn months drains can build up a load of muck and dead leaves that collect in your drainage pipes. You might be […]

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Hot Weather Drain Maintenance

Posted on August 28, 2019

For many people the last thing they think about during this hot weather is undertaking drain maintenance however this late summer dry period is the ideal time to have drain repairs and other drainage maintenance work carried out. As having the work done at this time of year can be carried out quicker due to […]

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Proactive Property Maintenance

Posted on July 30, 2019

In building maintenance you often encounter difficult situations. There may have been times when you were forced to cut off the water supply for long periods, or order maintenance for recently painted windows. Choose a proactive property maintenance strategy and prevent these issues, reduce costs and improve your services. Here are some simple steps to […]

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Advantages & Disadvantages of Reactive Property Maintenance

Posted on July 22, 2019

    Reactive Property Maintenance Before we start start talking about the advantages & disadvantages of reactive property maintenance what is reactive maintenance? Reactive maintenance is the process of reacting to failed, ineffective or damaged equipment or property aspect such as fire doors or gutters. It focuses on restoring the property and equipment to its […]

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Summer Plumbing Problems

Posted on July 17, 2019

With Great Britain basking in beautiful sunshine, it is inevitable all of the associated entertaining, outdoor fun, and gardening we will be doing at home puts increased demand on our water systems and could cause Summer Plumbing Problems. To ensure you’re prepared, and ready to spot potential summer plumbing problems that may occur, we recommend […]

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