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Navigating London’s Party Wall Act: A Construction Professional’s Guide

UK Construction Blog

Load bearing walls carry structural loads from floors, ceilings, and roofs above. The process requires qualified structural engineers who calculate existing loads, design appropriate beam systems, and specify installation procedures. Some contractors assume party wall procedures can run parallel with other approvals.

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How to Plan a Home Addition That Blends Seamlessly with Your Existing Home

UK Construction Blog

Ceiling Height : Match the ceiling height of the existing rooms. Adding proper insulation to walls, floors, and ceilings. Installing energy-efficient heating and cooling systems. Plan for Interior Continuity The interior of your addition should feel like a natural extension of your home.

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Schimenti Announces Printemps Opening at One Wall Street

CCR Magazine

Schimenti’s scope extended beyond typical construction, managing every interior detail, including custom lighting, audiovisual systems, furniture, artwork, and high-end finishes. Ceiling heights rise and fall, colors change, and materials transition, creating an immersive and intimate journey.

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Top 10 Construction Defects: Prevent These Costly Building Mistakes

UK Construction Blog

The most dangerous defects include structural issues (foundation cracks, wall collapses), water infiltration, electrical/plumbing failures and HVAC system problems, which often remain hidden for years. These systems run throughout buildings, making repairs particularly invasive and expensive.

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Renovate or Extend? How to Choose the Right Home Improvement for Your Budget & Needs

UK Construction Blog

Structural and Infrastructural Improvements These renovations address the core systems and structural elements of your home: Rewiring : Complete electrical rewiring of a three-bedroom house costs approximately 3,000-5,000. Plumbing Updates : Replacing outdated plumbing systems ranges from 2,000-6,000 depending on the property size.

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Mayplas adds new passive fire, acoustic and thermal products to housebuilder range

Specification Product Update

The new Thermal Eaves Batt, Party Wall Head Cap System and Therma Soffit add to Mayplas comprehensive portfolio of products for timber and masonry frame applications. The new Mayplas Thermal Eaves Batt provides a thermal barrier at the interface between the ceiling loft space and the external wall of new build homes.

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The Ultimate Guide to Damp Proofing: Prevention, Diagnosis & Treatment in 2025 for Homeowners and Professionals

UK Construction Blog

Plumbing leaks, leaking pipes, or cracks in render can also result in damp patches on walls or ceilings. For listed buildings or special properties, exemption processes exist but alternative moisture solutions must be formally justified and approved. The fluid is then injected using low-pressure or gravity-fed systems.