social housing

Here, Daren Fraser at Langley Waterproofing Systems Ltd looks at the factors that decision makers of housing associations should consider before selecting a flat roof asset management partner.

Ariston’s electric water heaters boast the best in-class ErP ratings available, providing landlords a wide choice of options with which to maximise the energy efficiency of their rental properties. Products such as the Andris Lux, Aures Slim Multi and Velis Evo also ensure greater annual savings, as well as exceptionally reliable levels of performance – providing tenants with lashings of hot water all year round.

In order to meet the Minimum Level of Energy Efficiency standards (EPC band E) for domestic private rented properties, as stipulated in the Domestic Minimum Energy Efficiency Standard (MEES) Regulations, landlords should embrace the most efficient products available – including the latest electric water heaters from Ariston.

With over 160 years’ experience in bathroom innovation, Twyford is a market leader in the affordable housing sector. Keith Ridding, regional sales director, answers some questions around the brand and addresses some common queries from housing association customers.

This month will see the launch of Smarter Homes, Safer Communities powered by Aico. This virtual conference marks the beginning of Aico’s advance into facilitating and holding events within the housing sector.

Smarter Homes, Safer Communities powered by Aico is a two-part virtual conference covering the current challenges the housing sector is facing, the advancements in technology and the future of the Internet of Things (IoT) in housing.

Specifying products for the residential sector can be challenging, so Triton Showers works in partnership with housing associations and local authorities to provide multi-purpose thermostatic products.

The shower manufacturer’s dedicated customer experience team is available to provide professional guidance every step of the way, delivering bespoke service and after sales support to help specifiers find the perfect match for every project.

Heritage colours and kerb-side appeal were among the factors that persuaded the planning authorities of Bath that Modus PVC-U windows from Eurocell were the appropriate alternative to timber on a prime, exposed location near the UNESCO World Heritage Site.

The estate was being developed by Bloor Homes, along with another major housebuilder, on a former MoD site dating from WW2 that overlooks the Georgian city and is near to its race- and golf course.

Electric heating is continually becoming an increasingly viable option for heating properties in the UK. New Government legislation heralds a change in how SAP determines a properties ERP Rating – to almost the same as gas. This change allows widespread use of electric radiators and electric boilers, which are widely understood as having low installation costs, no flue requirement, low maintenance, rapid heat up times and high efficiency. This modern method of heating is shaping up to be the future of home heating within the UK.