July 2009

Multi-Foil Insulation Update

Communities and Local Government has withdrawn Circular 07/2007 along with all previous advice on multi-foil insulation products and reverted to the position previously promulgated in 2006.

 

Read more at: www.communities.gov.uk/documents/planningandbuilding/pdf/divlettermultifoil.pdf

June 2009

Amended Approved Document G - Sanitation

The amended version of Approved Document G Sanitation, hot water safety and water efficiency was laid before Parliament on 13 May 2009, and is due to come into force in October 2009.

The revised Part G will feature enhanced hot water safety and efficiency measures for all new homes, with inbuilt protection from hot water scalding in baths using protective devices to limit hot water temperature, and the introduction of a new minimum standard of 125 litres of water per person per day.

April 2009

Gas Safe Register

The Gas Safe Register replaced CORGI gas registration in Great Britain on April 1st 2009. Read more at: www.gassaferegister.co.uk

 

December 2008

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year.

All at IGL would like to wish everybody a very Happy Christmas and a Prosperous New Year.

As with previous years, rather than sending out Christmas cards to Clients, IGL will instead make a donation to a local charity..

November 2008

Cyclists Return to the Hills!

Not put off by their previous visit to the Lake District the intrepid trio of Mike, Dave and Chris returned to the area, this time to take on the Ambleside Epic! Fortunately for the trio, exceptionally warm weather for November combined with a beautiful part of the country ensured an enjoyable days ride.

October 2008

Energy Performance Certificates (EPC’s) – Update

From 1 October 2008 EPC’s became obligatory for all buildings when constructed, sold or let. It is the responsibility of the landlord / building owner to ensure that an appropriate certificate has been produced and passed to prospective buyers / tenants. The report should state current energy usage and make recommendations for improvement. In addition, all public buildings over 1000m2 will require a ‘Display Energy Certificate’ stating their current energy usage which should be clearly displayed.

GL are pleased to announce that they are now in a position to be able to offer a complete Energy Performance package to clients. In cooperation with qualified energy assessors, IGL are able to provide the necessary certification for all buildings to meet with the current legislative requirements. This includes Energy Performance Certificates for both dwellings and non-dwellings and Display Energy Certificates for public buildings. IGL will be pleased to guide clients through the legislation and deliver the production of certification with the minimum of disruption.

For further information please contact Mike on 0161 209 4445 or email: mike@iglsurveying.co.uk.

August 2008

IGL are pleased to report that John Lynn has been appointed Managing Director of IGL.

In addition to being responsible for the day to day running of the practice in Stockport, John will over coming months take on an increasing role in client liaison and feedback in relation to current projects and more importantly future joint opportunities.

IGL are looking to improve the service we give to our clients and believe that with more knowledge of the issues affecting our clients procurement of projects, funding and future strategy, we will be able to make a greater contribution to the business development of our clients and needless to say IGL as well.

Home Information Packs

RICS calls for major reform… read more at:

http://www.rics.org/Newsroom/Keyissues/UKresidentialpropertymarket/hips_call_rn_260808.html

July 2008

Carsberg review of Residential Property

The final report of Sir Bryan Carsberg’s Review of Residential Property has been published… read more at: http://www.rics.org/Newsroom/Keyissues/Betterregulation/carsberg_residential_review240907.html

Energy Performance Certificates for rented accommodation 

From 1st October 2008 - landlords are responsible for ensuring a valid certificate is made available to all prospective tenants.

Click here to read the details from the government communities site.

May 2008

A weekend of thrill seeking and camping in North Wales was in store for IGL staff and friends. Starting early Saturday morning with Whitewater rafting at Canolfan Tryweryn Rafting Centre, then kayaking and sailing later in the afternoon and ending with a barbeque late evening. The following day commenced with a hearty breakfast prepared by Dave Percy, early morning kayaking then a lengthy walk around the lake until late afternoon.

April 2008

IGL are delighted to report that Brent, Robert and Mike have been adjudged by the Association for Project Safety Board to be appropriately qualified and duly admitted as full members of the Association. The Association for Project Safety (APS) is a multi-disciplinary membership body for those who operate in, or have an interest in, Health and Safety Risk Management in the Construction Industry. Amongst APS members are the country’s leading surveying professionals, health and safety professionals, architectural professionals, project management professionals and engineering professionals. For more about the Association read more at: http://www.associationforprojectsafety.co.uk/home.php

March 2008

 

Cyclists take to the hills

The Ullswater area of the Lake District was chosen as the next location for the IGL bike ride. A much depleted group braved the cold conditions and spent the weekend on the bridleways and tracks enjoying all the Lake district had to offer. Maybe we will wait until summer for the next one!

IGL Surveying Ltd achieve BS EN ISO 9001:2000

The Centre for Assessment Ltd has assessed IGL Surveying Ltd and confirmed that the requirements for registration have been met for "The Provision of building design and construction project management services. Provision of construction related advice, investigation, party wall surveying and expert witness services".

February 2008

Please note that from April 2008 new regulations come into force to manage site waste for the construction industry…

read more at

http://www.environment-agency.gov.uk/business/444304/502508/1952646/

December 2007 - Cyclists take to the hills

Fortunate enough to pick the only dry day for over 3 weeks an intrepid group of cyclists got their bikes and took to the hills to the East of Marple, near Stockport.

Following a gruelling 3 hours, excruciating for some, the group returned, all intact but somewhat colder and wetter! However once dried off and changed they settled quite happily in front of an open fire in a local establishment with a pint of the Landlord's finest.

November 2007

Energy demand in Code of Sustainability causes concern. read more at: http://www.building.co.uk/story.asp?sectioncode=747&storycode=3098912&c=3

Construction workload growth stabilises but remains high. read more at: http://www.rics.org/Builtenvironment/Constructionmarket/CMS_161007.htm

October 2007 - IGL launch new website

IGL are pleased to announce that their new website went live on 1 October 2007.

It is hoped that the new look website will provide visitors information about IGL and its people. IIn addition, news updates will be added on a regular basis affecting the work IGL are involved in