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26 Sep

Preserving History: English Heritage Approved Stone and Masonry Cleaning Techniques

There's plenty of attraction in owning a historic property, but its stonework or masonry is likely to need periodic cleaning. If the building is listed or in a conservation area, this means legal restrictions on the techniques you can use. Even if this isn't the...

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26 Jul

Retrofitting Your Basement: The Essential 3-Step Guide — Part 3: Cost vs Benefits

In recent months, we've been talking about retrofitting your basement. We've explained what a retrofit basement is and how to tell whether your property is suitable — but is it the right decision to make? How do the costs of a retrofit basement compare with...

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26 Jul

What Are Serious Structural Defects, and What Is Done to Repair Them?

A building might suffer from minor defects that can be easily rectified, but some issues are serious enough to threaten the structure's integrity and safety. These are generally referred to as serious structural defects. They may be caused by poor-quality materials or workmanship, but environmental...

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