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More Than Bricks and Mortar
How Meeting the Decent Homes Standard Transforms Tenant Lives While the Decent Homes Standard outlines the essential physical requirements for social housing, its true significance lies in the profound impact it has on the lives and well-being of tenants. This standard goes far beyond mere bricks and mortar; it is about creating safe, healthy, and…
Read MoreThe Decent Homes Standard: Building Blocks for Tenant Well-being
A Contractor’s Guide to Quality Social Housing: The Decent Homes Standard stands as a fundamental framework within the United Kingdom’s social housing sector, playing a vital role in establishing and maintaining quality living conditions for tenants. This standard is not merely a set of guidelines but a crucial element in ensuring that individuals and families…
Read MoreMaintaining Social Housing: A Collaborative Approach for Upgrading Homes
Across the UK, a wave of much-needed improvements is sweeping through social housing. From council estates to housing association properties, these upgrades aim to modernise aging infrastructure, enhance energy efficiency, and provide safer, more comfortable living spaces for tenants. While these improvements are vital, social housing providers face several unique challenges in achieving them. Budgetary…
Read MoreHEI Group Achieves Constructionline Gold!
We are thrilled to announce that HEI Group has been awarded Gold Member status by Constructionline, a leading platform for pre-qualification in the construction industry. This prestigious accreditation signifies our commitment to the highest standards in quality, safety, and financial stability. Achieving Gold status involved a rigorous assessment process, reviewing everything from our health and…
Read MorePartnering for Success on Walsall Housing Project
Scaffolding Case Study: Challenge: Warkton Roofing, a trusted contractor, was awarded a large-scale roofing project for the Longhurst Group, a housing association in Walsall. The project involved the complete replacement of roofs on approximately 260 terraced and semi-detached properties on the Beechdale Estate, adhering to current regulations and best practices for energy efficiency and resident…
Read MoreScaling New Heights of Success with Audited Membership
HEI Group, a leading construction company specialising in scaffolding and access solutions, is proud to announce that it has successfully completed and passed an audit for the Scaffolding Association, achieving the highest membership grade of “Audited Members.” This prestigious designation signifies HEI Group’s unwavering commitment to the highest standards of safety, quality, and professionalism within…
Read MoreRAAC Crisis: What You Need to Know
Introduction: Reinforced autoclaved aerated concrete (RAAC) is a lightweight concrete that was used extensively in the construction of schools and hospitals in the UK from the 1950s to the 1990s. However, RAAC has been found to be susceptible to crumbling and cracking, which can pose a serious safety hazard. In recent years, there have been…
Read MoreFootball Stars Come Together for Mental Health
Castlefield X1 and Birmingham City All Stars Faced Off in Charity Match for MIND. Tom Derome & Tom Ross organised the charity football match in memory of Kevin Kerr on Sunday 13th August 2023 at the Boldmere St Michaels football ground in Sutton Coldfield, Birmingham. We were made aware of the event and given the…
Read More10 steps to better subcontractor and supplier relationships
In the construction industry, strong relationships with subcontractors and suppliers are essential for success. When these relationships are strong, projects run more smoothly, costs are kept down, and quality is improved. Here are 10 steps you can take to build better relationships with your subcontractors and supply chain: By following these steps, you can build…
Read MoreThe Role of Urban Densification in Addressing the UK Housing Crisis
The United Kingdom is facing a housing crisis. The population is growing, but the supply of housing is not keeping pace. This has led to a shortage of affordable housing, which has put a strain on many families and businesses. One potential solution to the housing crisis is urban densification. Densification is the process of…
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