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May 14th, 2024
Are we taking the risk of flooding seriously enough? Author: Hilary Grayson BSc EST MAN (Hons), Director, Sava Proximity to rivers and watercourses can pose certain risks to buildings, particularly in times of…
March 26th, 2024
Carrie de Silva, Sava trainer and Visiting Academic Professor at Harper Adams University, has put together an update on some pertinent court activity and other news relevant to residential valuers and surveyors.
February 21st, 2024
On 13th of December 2023, the Department for Levelling Up, Housing, and Communities (DLUHC) disclosed its eagerly awaited consultation on the Future Homes Standard (FHS), a pivotal update to the energy efficiency standards…
February 13th, 2024
As solar photovoltaic (PV) panels gain popularity as a sustainable energy solution for homes, it’s natural for potential buyers and other industry professionals to have questions about their functionality and benefits. This article…
February 1st, 2024
Introduction In the pursuit of sustainable living, the term “Passivhaus” has gained significant attention in recent years. But what is Passivhaus, and why is it becoming increasingly popular? This article aims to explore…
January 16th, 2024
This article was written by Sava’s Energy Data Consultant, Sam Lott. In the ever-evolving landscape of sustainable transportation, electric vehicles (EVs) have emerged as a promising solution to mitigate environmental impacts and reduce…
December 7th, 2023
Heat pumps are become more prevalent across the UK to power our homes’ heating requirements and they are only likely to become more popular, with enquiries about their usage and functionality currently on…
November 20th, 2023
As domestic battery storage systems become increasingly prevalent in UK homes, enquiries about their usage and functionality are on the rise. This article aims to address crucial questions that may emerge, equipping agents…
October 9th, 2023
As electric vehicles increasingly populate our roads and the necessity for accessible charging grows, enquiries about electric vehicle charging and EV chargepoints when buying a home will become more frequent. This article aims…
August 31st, 2023
The term mixed-tenure development usually refers to residential developments where different residential tenures are provided on the same site. Typically, tenure was split into two broad categories in England; owner occupied and social.…