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10 August 2022

A summary of changes to British Standard 8102:2022

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British Standard 8102 is a global Code of Practice that gives recommendations and guidance on ways to deal with and prevent the entry of water from surrounding ground into a structure below ground level.  The standard...
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16 March 2018

Wall Ties and other Structural Repairs – A look at some of the methods of using wall ties for structural repairs

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The British Standard for wall ties – BS1243 was introduced in 1945 and was a ‘prescriptive’ standard – ie all ties had to conform to the approved design of the time, and the ‘butterfly’, ‘double triangle’...
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16 November 2017

5 top tips to stop condensation in your home

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As the winter nights draw in and the temperature outside drops you may start to notice condensation on your windows and across cold surfaces in your home. Moisture is caused by everyday living, from cooking to...
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26 June 2017

Designing and installing basement waterproofing systems

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Peter Cox is the leading specialist preservation company in the UK, established for over 66 years, with services ranging from damp proofing, woodworm and fungal decay treatments, to wall tie replacement, masonry stabilisation works and bird...
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12 June 2017

CPD: Wood treatment and timber preservation

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Richard Walker, national technical and development manager at Peter Cox, explores the most common dangers facing building timbers in the UK, and reviews the options for prevention and repair.  Building timbers in the UK can be...
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02 June 2017

Doggies will be put to workies to sniff-out dry rot

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Peter Cox and Enviro-Dogs have formed a partnership to detect dry rot in buildings. Specialist sniffers will be employed to detect significant structural issues for property owners. The dogs, including Border Collies and Springer Spaniels, have...
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08 May 2017

Can I do my own basement waterproofing?

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Thanks to video sharing sites such as YouTube, we can now watch how to do all sorts of things we never used to be able to. From improving our make up skills and cooking the perfect steak...
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04 April 2017

The causes of penetrating damp

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Damp is a problem that many homeowners face and while it may be tempting to ignore the issue, unfortunately it will only lead to more serious problems in the future. There are three causes of dampness...
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03 April 2017

Rentokil Initial supports Malaria No More UK

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Getting Involved We are a very creative family at Rentokil Initial (RI) and we love our colleagues to come up with any ideas (the wacky, the fun and the sensible) for how to raise funds for...
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17 March 2017

Dealing with condensation if you’re a landlord

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Being a landlord has many advantages. It’s a great way to earn an income, a lot of maintenance work is tax deductible and the money you’re getting from your tenants can offer long-term security. This doesn’t...
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