Whether it’s expanding into the loft or making internal alterations, it’s important to ensure any flat alterations comply with your legal obligations as an owner and do not compromise your…
On a sunny day in July, as part of a project set up by the sustainability and innovation charity hybrid heat pump. The hybrid air source heat pump provides heating…
Under One Roof has responded the here. Under One Roof also requested comments from owners of tenement flats on key questions posed by the Law Commission. The responses, which were anonymised,…
All owners in a tenement building are responsible for paying their share of the costs for a common repair, as determined by their titles or the Tenements Act. Owners are responsible for paying for repairs…
An incoming leak is always a cause for concern. Left untreated, leaks can lead to further damage to your property and issues with damp, mould, and rot. So, what can…
Making homes more energy efficient through insulation and air tightness can make them more comfortable while also cutting carbon and bills. However, traditional solid-walled buildings present unique challenges. In this…
Having a mysterious noise in your flat can be frustrating and may indicate other problems within your building, so it’s worth taking the time to investigate where it could be…
After many owners’ meetings, work finally began in January 2023.At the first owners’ meeting, they were encouraged to submit a grant application to the Council to receive financial help towards…
The Scottish Government New Build Heat Standard is now being enforced which means that any new builds are not allowed to use polluting heating systems, like oil and gas boilers,…
Organising repairs in tenement buildings can be challenging, especially if there are commercial premises in the same building as residential properties owned by landlords, owner-occupiers, housing associations, or local authorities.…
The 16% of national carbon emissions due to the use of gas and oil for heating and hot water. The UK also has some of the oldest and leakiest housing stock in…
The first short talk of the day was delivered by architect Ingvar Maxwell, who explored the history of stone in Scottish buildings from the prehistoric age until the 20th century. He explained how…
Mortgage lenders now require that those buying flats with cladding to provide…
Your tenement may have a basement, sometimes used for living accommodation or…
Insulation, draught-proofing and improved glazing can save money, improve comfort and reduce…
Recent research suggests that traditional solid stone or brick walls provide better…
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