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How the New Homes Ombudsman affects builders

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How the New Homes Ombudsman affects builders

In October 2018, the government announced plans for a New Homes Ombudsman. After progressing through the consultation phase, an important next step happened on February 8th this year. The government launched its New Homes Quality…

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UK subcontractor agreement template

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UK subcontractor agreement template

In the construction sector, seamless collaboration between contractors and subcontractors is paramount to the success of any project. But the partnership between main contractors and subcontractors isn’t always smooth sailing, and ensuring that everything goes…

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How digital reporting is becoming the norm in construction

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How digital reporting is becoming the norm in construction

The construction and real estate industry has seen a transformative shift towards digital reporting. No longer a luxury, digital reports have become a necessity, offering advantages over traditional reports, such as increased efficiency, traceability, remote…

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Why traditional construction documentation delays projects

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Why traditional construction documentation delays projects

How do you handle your construction documentation? If you are still relying on traditional, analogue reporting, you’re not alone. According to a 2020 study by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors, digital transformation is a…

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5 Ways to Better Manage Subcontractors with PlanRadar

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5 Ways to Better Manage Subcontractors with PlanRadar

Managing subcontractors can be a pain. We all know it. And our research supports it. In fact, we surveyed 77 construction companies across the UK and Germany and found that a shocking 80% have experienced…

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Top 10 Construction Trends and Innovations in 2024

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Top 10 Construction Trends and Innovations in 2024

Despite fears of recession, innovation in construction is in a golden age. In fact, innovation is often an answer to economic difficulties. It’s like the construction industry’s way of saying, “challenge accepted.” The construction industry…

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Top 10 new construction materials to look out for in 2024

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Top 10 new construction materials to look out for in 2024

The construction industry is constantly evolving, and new materials are being developed all the time. So what’s in store for 2024? We’ve put together a list of some of the most exciting new materials that…

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