Across the UK, many people now choose to use electric vehicles (EVs) instead of those powered by petrol or diesel. With the country set to host COP26 at the end of the October 2021 to discuss climate change and the UK Government’s goal to reach...
As excess heat is often a symptom of a problem with equipment, thermographic testing is used to identify defective connections, deteriorated insulation, unbalanced loads and other issues with electrical components. Monitoring equipment performance with thermal imaging cameras reduces the likelihood of unplanned downtime while reducing maintenance...
While there is no definitive recommended time-frame by which cold water storage tanks should be cleaned, regular cleaning is essential to prevent costly damage and risks to health. A neglected water tank can become a breeding ground for bacteria and algae. Conditions in any tank can...
If you operate a business that has commercial refrigeration units, chances are you might not even have considered the refrigerant gas used in the system. Energy efficiency, environmental factors and safety are the key considerations. But do you know your R290 from your R134? If you have...
There’s a massive debate where CCTV and landlords are concerned; some consider it to be an invasion of privacy, whereas others feel that it is wholly necessary. Whilst a landlord can't place cameras inside a property, it's not uncommon for CCTV to be placed inside...
The common misconception that you need to spend half of your rental income on repairs is far from the truth. While rental repairs can be very expensive, many landlords pay more than they should because they fail to keep up with maintenance. In this blog...
The Building Safety Bill and alterations to the Fire Safety Order will lead to a number of regulatory changes that landlords and duty holders need to be aware of. The new Fire Safety Bill The new Fire Safety Bill has been designed to clarify areas of responsibility...
Renting an office isn't just about the rent paid to the landlord. Gas, electricity and water are the most costly expenses associated with running a rental property, so reducing these bills will help increase your bottom line. Here are a few changes you can make...
Research has shown for some time now that by switching the lighting within your workplace to LED alternatives, you can reap some serious benefits. Whether this is from saving energy usage costs by up to 80% or creating a positive environment for workers, there is...
Along with powering onsite technology, lighting and heating systems, electricity is also required for fire and security alarms to operate effectively. Both fire alarm systems and individual smoke detectors can be installed to ensure if a fire breaks out, the correct action can be taken. Detection...
Large numbers of unvented water systems are not routinely serviced, despite the benefits that annual inspections and maintenance bring. The cost of getting such a system serviced is not expensive, yet many mistakenly rely on manufacturer warranties that may already have become invalidated. Many manufacturers offer...
When you see a small testing sticker on an appliance, you might look at it once and then completely forget about it, assuming it's a problem for the next person. However, if employers don't pay close attention to PAT testing, they could find themselves on...
With summers getting hotter by the year and heatwaves becoming more common, air conditioning is now an essential appliance for many residential properties in the UK. For landlords, air conditioning is one of the most important and expensive systems in any property they're responsible for. Rather...
With all restrictions on the hospitality trade to be lifted from July 19th, hospitality businesses need to control costs. Cellar management is one area in which pubs, bars and restaurants can put a freeze on rising costs. Let's take a look at some of the...
