August 17th, 2022
Lime Mortar
In this article, Bernie Smith MCABE. C Build E. FCIOB reviews the past use of lime mortar and explains the different types available and their benefits. He also shares two interesting case studies…
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May 17th, 2022
Ground Screws – What Are They and How Do They Work?
How we build is constantly evolving, both in the UK and around the world. In the UK, we have relied for many years on bricks, mortar, and concrete. These are tried and tested…
March 10th, 2021
Cavity Wall Tie Failure
In this article, recent Sava graduate Chris Moran shares his experience shadowing the award-winning company ‘Brick-Tie Ltd’. Chris spent the day with Brick-Tie technicians carrying out cavity wall tie replacement on a 3-bedroom…
July 10th, 2020
Permitted Development Rights
There are certain types of development work when planning consent is deemed to have been granted by Government, as opposed to by a local authority on a case by case basis. These are…
November 10th, 2019
Cast Iron Houses
As a Chartered Surveyor, I often find myself feeling very honoured and fortunate in my role. Not only do I love what I do, but I also have the privilege of seeing some…
February 18th, 2018
Modern Methods of Construction
The 21st century conservatory Non-traditional methods of construction have been a substantial feature of the residential urban landscape for over 100 years. In the 20th century the need to build quickly and cheaply forced…
February 18th, 2018
Mechanical Ventilation
Identifying and recording mechanical ventilation New buildings are being designed with increasingly lower air leakage rates. This helps to reduce heat losses and, in turn, improves the energy efficiency of the building. Increased…
February 17th, 2018
The History of Asbestos in the Construction Industry
The use of Asbestos actually dates back thousands of years. Fibres were used in textiles and pottery in Ancient Egypt, Persia and Rome but it was only with the Industrial Revolution that its…
February 17th, 2018
Garden Walls – Reporting the Risk
What is the problem and why is this important? The Home Condition Survey does not allocate condition ratings to the grounds or any structures in the grounds of a property. In most cases…
February 10th, 2018
Uncommon Wall Construction Identification
The folllowing are some examples of some less commonly occuring wall types and features. Tile hung walls Tile hanging was introduced towards the end of the 17th Century in order to provide increased weather…