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Dry lining and plastering trade talks

https://www.nhbc.co.uk/shop/products/product-detail?id=dry-lining-and-plastering-trade-talks

Join our one-hour NHBC Trade Talks, delivered by expert Building Inspectors, focusing on dry-lining and plastering. Gain insights into common issues, prevention strategies, and stay updated on good practices to improve your construction expertise.

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A simple guide to Sustainable Drainage Systems for housing

https://www.nhbc.co.uk/insights-and-media/foundation/publications/a-simple-guide-to-sustainable-drainage-systems-for-housing

This guide on sustainable drainage systems (SuDS) for housing developments explores the concept of sustainable drainage, offering insight into the options available at the site control level.

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Building sustainable homes at speed: risks and rewards

https://www.nhbc.co.uk/insights-and-media/foundation/publications/building-sustainable-homes-at-speed-risks-and-rewards

However, the growing need for more homes to be built, along with new construction techniques have presented the house-building industry with the opportunity to combine the benefits of building quickly and building sustainably.

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Thermal imaging report guide

https://www.nhbc.co.uk/insights-and-media/foundation/publications/thermal-imaging-report-guide

Identifying what a good thermographic survey should include, and advice on best practices.

Foundation report

Modern methods of construction: views from the industry

https://www.nhbc.co.uk/insights-and-media/foundation/publications/modern-methods-of-construction-views-from-the-industry

This research aimed to establish current attitudes to modern methods of construction (MMC).

Foundation report

Part L 2010 – where to start: an introduction for house builders and designers

https://www.nhbc.co.uk/insights-and-media/foundation/publications/part-l-2010-where-to-start-an-introduction-for-house-builders-and-designers

The overall aim of the 2010 revisions to Part L is an important step towards the zero carbon target for new homes.

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Part L 2013 – where to start: an introduction for house builders and designers – timber frame construction (for England)

https://www.nhbc.co.uk/insights-and-media/foundation/publications/part-l-2013-where-to-start-an-introduction-for-house-builders-and-designers-timber-frame-construction-for-england

Providing a broad understanding of the specifications that may be adopted as a starting point for detailed design.

Foundation report

Mechanical ventilation with heat recovery in new homes: final report

https://www.nhbc.co.uk/insights-and-media/foundation/publications/mechanical-ventilation-with-heat-recovery-in-new-homes-final-report

Ventilation and indoor air quality task group (Zero Carbon Hub).

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Risks in domestic basement construction

https://www.nhbc.co.uk/insights-and-media/foundation/publications/risks-in-domestic-basement-construction

The use of basements is being increasingly considered as an option by builders and developers.

Foundation report

Underfloor Heating – a guide for house builders

https://www.nhbc.co.uk/insights-and-media/foundation/publications/underfloor-heating-a-guide-for-house-builders

The guidance draws on design insights from BSRIA and NHBC’s practical experience of underfloor heating.

Foundation report