PCA Weekly News - 19th August 2023
In your weekly PCA update this week:
- Where there's mould, there's money
- The positives & negatives of invasive weeds
- Next live webinar - New build watershock
- #ICPP23 programme
Where there's mould, there's money...or so it seems
With conditions of living being a regular topic in the news and alongside the increasing Housing Ombudsman referrals, is it any surprise that we have started to see the 'no win, no fee' industry turn its attention to mould, damp and disrepair.
In this recent blog, CEO Steve Hodgson discusses what our members should be aware of should you be approached by such legal firms to ask for your expertise.
To read in full, simply click on the link below...
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The positives & negatives of invasive weeds
Is it time to reconsider our attitudes and reactions to invasive plants? Should every non-native plant be labelled as a problem, or should a meticulous evaluation of site-specific conditions be considered?
PCA's Technical Manager Daniel Docking looks at the positive and negative sides of the argument while also delving into topics such as embracing nature's diversity to the trials and tribulations of integrated weed management. To read the full blog, members can click on the button below...
You can click on the button below to read the full blog...
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September webinar: New build watershock
The demand for new homes to be built at scale and speed has never been higher. But, with the rush to build these new dwellings to ever tighter building standards, why are we increasingly seeing dampness, condensation and mould problems in these new homes?
In our next live webinar, we take a look at what exactly is going on along with what all surveyors need to consider to determine the root of the problem and much more.
If you are looking to gain some valuable insights, come and join us and Tony Isbell from Acres Building Consultants Ltd on 28th September (9-10am). To find out more, simply click on the button below...
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#IPCC23 Speaker programme
You may have seen that this years International Property Care Conference programme has been released!
From Alan Park, The Housing Ombudsman discussing topics such as; 'what steps they have taken to improve the quality of housing' to the challenges of retrofit with Lady Renee Young...this year's speaker line-up is diverse, relevant and packed full of insights from industry leaders.
To see the full programme or to book your space, click on the button below.
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INNS Mapper is live
The Invasive Non-Native Species (INNS) Mapper was discussed at last years invasive weed conference. An innovative idea to create an app and website to report sightings, surveys and the management of INNS in England, Scotland and Wales.
Developed and funded by multiple organisations, we can confirm it is live! To view the website and find out more, click on the button below.
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