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Sound progress: a review of homeowner feedback on noise in new homes

To address this problem, sound insulation standards were tightened in the 2003 edition of Approved Document E (AD E) and in 2004 the Robust Details scheme became available as a compliance route for designers and house builders.

A practical guide to building airtight dwellings

Changes to Building Regulations have now made airtightness an issue which cannot be ignored and as we get ever closer to the zero carbon homes of the future, excellent standards will have to be achieved in all new homes.

Improving the prospects for small house builders and developers

This report suggests measures that could help small companies address the challenges identified.

Ageing and airtightness: how dwelling air permeability changes over time

In response to suggestions that new homes become leakier, this research subjected a small number of dwellings to re-testing one to three years after completion to establish how their air permeability had changed.

Home sale and handover: a best practice guide for home builders

This report is based on the findings of surveys with real people in the industry and their customers.

Windows – making it clear: energy, daylight and thermal comfort

However, achieving a good trade-off between energy performance and daylighting, while minimising the risk of overheating, is a particular challenge for today’s designers.

New Non-executive Director joins the NHBC Board

NHBC is pleased to welcome Keith Davies as a Non-executive Director. Mr Davies has a strong background in the insurance sector and brings significant commercial expertise to the Board.

New report from NHBC Foundation projects five billion litre potable water shortfall in UK by 2050

A new NHBC Foundation report, the Water Compendium, projects a significant UK potable water shortfall by 2050 and explores international strategies for water efficiency and reuse in new housing developments.

NHBC reports 11% year-on-year growth in UK new home registrations

Economic challenges and wet weather dampen house building in first quarter, reports NHBC