According to the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP), the construction industry accounts for 38% of total global energy-related CO2 emissions, and some estimates suggest that investing in a more resilient infrastructure could save humanity a …
In the construction industry, a quantity surveyor plays a central role in every new build project. They work out the quantities and costs of materials as well as the time and labour on tenders. They also negotiate contracts and work schedules, advise…
Many of our listeners may not be familiar with modern methods of construction — commonly referred to as MMC. In today's podcast, Mike Beber, chartered building surveyor, discusses some advantages and disadvantages of MMC, the status of this typ…
Corporate citizenship has become a business imperative in recent years and the pressure is on for organizations to develop strategies and deliver initiatives that showcase regard for a healthier planet. As environmental concerns escalate, sustainable…
May is Building Safety Month, an international campaign to raise awareness about the importance of building safety and what it takes to create and maintain safe, sustainable and resilient structures. As building consultants for Sedgwick’s property so…
A recent report by the United Nations’ Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change painted a dire picture of the health of planet Earth and its fragile environment being pushed to the brink. As outlined in the scientific report, human behaviours since …
Lisez ceci en français. Today, repairs after a property loss are more expensive and complex than ever before. COVID is still present, causing delays in production and deliveries. The war in Ukraine has led to challenges supplying various sectors, su…
The number of basement constructions and conversions have dramatically increased in recent years. Adding a basement is a more cost-effective way to provide additional space than moving or upsizing and adds significantly to the overall property value.…
There is no portion of the construction industry that is immune to the trade and material supply challenges. The issues are widespread across all sectors of the domestic, commercial and infrastructure/civil markets. During the Residential Builders Fo…
In een wereld waar materiaal- en bouwkosten de pan uitreizen, bijna dagelijks nieuwe regelgeving wordt ingevoerd en de wens tot verduurzaming toeneemt, komen steeds meer verzekerden bij schade in de problemen met hun afgesloten opstalverzekering. Onz…
Lees dit in het Engels Aanleiding Bij het afwikkelen van opstalschades ontstaan steeds vaker knellende situaties. Er spelen nieuwe ontwikkeling op het gebied van (bouw-)regelgeving. In dit artikel delen wij onze inzichten graag met onze klanten en …
Read the Dutch version Settling building damage poses challenges, especially during increasingly restrictive situations. As building and construction regulations continue to develop, customers and other parties in the market should consider how the …
The Supreme Court of New South Wales recently delivered an important decision on the duty of care owed by building practitioners under the highly publicised Design and Building Practitioners (DBP) Act, which took effect on 11 June 2020. Both the act …
When it comes to construction projects, insurer clients want overall control without compromising efficiency or increasing spend. Previously, any major property damage claim could involve various external building consultants — with different m…
As we head into winter, and the end of a second UK lockdown, the focus remains on containing the spread of the coronavirus. Add the uncertainties surrounding Brexit, which will undoubtedly impact on labour resources across the entire construction ind…