Case Study: Below-ground waterproofing system at St Johns North, Wakefield

AdminBasement conversion, Below ground waterproofing, Building Regulations, Case Studies, Commercial Projects, Damp, Period properties

Our most recent project, like many, has afforded our team with quite the challenge. Working in period properties is both a privilege and an opportunity to put all our experience and skills into practise, especially when the project demands we meet new build requirements within a space built hundreds of years ago.  The Harris Partnership is an award winning architecture …

Case Study: Greenholme Mills Development

AdminBasement conversion, Building Regulations, Commercial Projects, Period properties, Woodworm

The love affair between Brits and period properties shows no sign of waning, yet with more homes needed to supply the rising demand and so many practicalities intrinsic to new-builds, it is possible to find best of both worlds. Converted historic buildings such as mills provide the character and charm so many desire in a period property, while offering contemporary …

Don’t neglect these maintenance tasks which could affect your mortgage or buildings insurance

AdminBuying & selling, Company news, Damp, Home maintenance, Period properties

The sun is shining and it feels as though we’re getting a gorgeous summer this year, so what could be further from your mind than a leaky roof and clogged gutters? However, home maintenance should never be neglected, even during a heatwave. It’s every home-owner’s responsibility to stay on top of maintenance, and this will be a stipulation of your …

What to look out for as woodworm season begins

AdminCompany news, Home maintenance, Period properties, Surveys, Woodworm

Warmer temperatures are certainly a welcome sign of spring for most of us, and if you’ve started to notice bumble bees and butterflies making an appearance, you might bear in mind they’re not the only insects emerging after winter. Woodworm too are beginning to emerge from timber in order to start mating and laying their eggs, and will usually be …

Innovative solutions for black mould and damp

AdminCompany news, Damp, Home maintenance, Period properties, Surveys

We all know that damp in our homes is a problem to be avoided. However, a recent study has revealed that more than a fifth of homes in the UK suffer from damp and that 24% of those surveyed did not understand why it occurred. With an increasing number of people choosing to turn on their heating less this winter, …

New Build vs Period Property

New Build v Period Property

AdminBuying & selling, Cavity walls, Company news, Home maintenance, Listed Buildings, New Building, Period properties, Surveys

When you’re looking to make what will likely be the biggest purchase of your life, you’ll want to do your research and weigh up all those pros and cons. And in terms of home buying, that often includes the dilemma between new build and period property. There are certainly a number of particular benefits for each type of property, and …

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Tips for taking care of your home during a cold snap

AdminCompany news, Damp, Home maintenance, Period properties, Wet rot & dry rot

The Met Office has warned that the current cold snap is likely to continue into February, and the UK Health Security Agency has extended their level 3 cold weather alert. A blizzard is forecast to hit Northern Ireland and parts of North Scotland on 2nd February, and is then predicted to continue to drift southwards to cover a large amount …

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Developing brownfield sites in West Yorkshire

AdminBuilding Regulations, Company news, Local news, New Building, Period properties

One of the most rewarding aspects of working in building preservation in Yorkshire is the abundance of impressive historical architecture, nestled into the stunning landscapes of ‘God’s own county.’ With so many handsome disused mills, former factory sites, and other urban and suburban sites ripe for regeneration in the area, it is no wonder that some of the UK’s most …

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What type of survey should I choose as a home buyer?

AdminBuying & selling, Cavity walls, Company news, Damp, Listed Buildings, Period properties, Surveys, Wet rot & dry rot, Woodworm

So you’ve spent hours searching listings, been on viewing after viewing, and you’ve finally found your dream home. Once the excitement of having an offer accepted has passed though, you’ll need to set about the practicalities of the next steps in the process. And before you go much further, you really need to think about a survey. A property survey …