The Unseen Danger of RAAC Concrete in UK Schools and Hospitals: A Call to Immediate Action Introduction Danger of RAAC Concrete – The United Kingdom has long prided itself on a rich architectural history, a journey that has ventured from Gothic cathedrals to modern, avant-garde designs. In the wave of post-war reconstruction and the boom …
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RAAC Concrete in Schools: An Examination of Concerns in the UK The issue of building safety has never been more pertinent, particularly in the context of educational institutions where young lives are at stake. Recently, much attention has been drawn to Reinforced Autoclaved Aerated Concrete (RAAC) used in the construction of schools in the United …
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Scanning Recycled Concrete? Why is scanning becoming more important? This newly constructed bridge structure is made from recycled concrete so scanning these assets is a massive part of our work. This type is becoming increasingly popular as the earths sources diminish but how safe is it and why is scanning recycled concrete important? Some of …
The Cockpit, situated on Eton High Street is one of Windsor and Eton’s oldest and most historically significant buildings. Currently on Historic England’s At Risk register after falling into a state of disrepair, the derelict space is thought to date back to 1420 but has been left to deteriorate after previous efforts to restore the …
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Concrete scanning offers a fast and reliable way to identify issues within concrete buildings and structures. One leading structural engineering firm suggests that it’s essential for anyone responsible for concrete structures to ensure their structural integrity. Structural issues in concrete building and structures can be costly and complex to fix, especially when they are left …
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If your home is suffering from structural damage, it can be tempting to write any problems off as ‘not too bad’ or something that you’ll deal with next month after pay day. But putting structural repairs somewhere near the bottom of the to-do list or on the backburner is not the way forward. Deal with …
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Warm weather can cause a multitude of different structural problems, and as the UK gets hotter as a result of climate change, this is a problem we expect to see more and more frequently. Knowing what to look out for will help you identify the right fix – and it could even help you put …
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The warmer weather can wreak havoc on your property, yet rising temperatures are something that we’re all going to have to get used to in the years ahead. As we all learn to battle the heat, it’s also important that we learn how to address some common structural problems that can arise in our houses …
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Brits can anticipate a rapid rise in the number of structural repair issues affecting both homes and commercial spaces after the record-breaking heatwave experienced across the country, according to experts at Structural Repairs. Extremes of weather are known for wreaking havoc on properties, and with the recent warmer weather, many homeowners have been left wondering …
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Here we look at five of the most common structural issues faced by homeowners and see how Structural Repairs’ services can help rectify them and restore your peace of mind. Subsidence Subsidence is when a building’s foundation sinks or downward settles, resulting in a detrimental effect on a property’s stability. The main signs your home …
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