Under One Roof Scotland

Our December newsletter is OUT NOW! It’s been an exciting year for us at Under One Roof, so check out our ‘year in review’ in your inbox today! 📧 Not subscribed yet? Sign up to receive our January edition for all the latest news and information on tenement maintenance, repair and retrofit in the New Year: https://lnkd.in/eTWTwuT9 #Retrofit #PropertyScotland #ScottishTenements

We at Under One Roof would like to wish all our followers a very Merry Christmas! 🎄 If you’re planning to travel during the holidays, please check out our website for tips on keeping your home warm and secure 👇 https://lnkd.in/eCq4aqGQ #Retrofit #PropertyScotland

Did you know that the owners of shops and commercial premises in tenements and blocks of flats need to follow the same rules as other types of owners? 🛒 Find out more about your responsibilities as a commercial premises owner: https://lnkd.in/eRB8mkgb #TenementMaintenance #CommonRepairs #PropertyManagement

Looking for some quick energy-efficiency wins? 🙌 There are some things you can do today to keep your flat warmer and reduce your energy bills. Read our article which gives our top tips! 👇 https://lnkd.in/dc4AB-5g #TenementMaintenance #CommonRepairs #PropertyManagement

Does your building have a flat roof? 🏢 There are several issues common to all flat roofs, but others are specific to the type of materials used, so it is important to know what type of roof you have. We've written a general guide to flat roofs, and we also have articles on the following: ⚫ Lead roofs ⚫ Asphalt flat roofs ⚫ Bitumen felt flat roofs ⚫ Single membrane flat roof finishes ⚫ Zinc flat roofs ⚫ Metal flat roof finishes ⚫ Liquid-applied roofing You can find the articles here: https://lnkd.in/egHaiPnp #TenementMaintenance #CommonRepairs #PropertyManagement

Are you a freelance consultant looking for new opportunities in the new year? Are you a creative thinker and good researcher/analyst, with excellent communication skills? Do you have knowledge of housing policy/fuel poverty/energy/climate change/Scottish politics? The Existing Homes Alliance is looking for flexible and collaborative people to help us deliver our extensive workplan in 2025 - this includes research projects, policy development, strategic communications, not to mention trying to shape the forthcoming Heat in Buildings Bill as it goes through the Scottish Parliament. If you think this could be right for you, please get in touch at info@existinghomesalliancescotland.co.uk

Are you a solicitor in Scotland? Would you like to strengthen your knowledge of navigating common repairs in tenement properties? Join our FREE hour-long webinar in collaboration with Mill Architects Ltd., which will provide solicitors with a whistlestop tour of: 👉tenement law 👉owners’ rights and responsibilities 👉parliamentary issues and changes to the law regarding common repairs 🗓️ Wednesday 11th December ⏰ 12-1pm 📍 Online Register via BigMarker here: https://lnkd.in/eu769E45

Are you worried about your property being in serious disrepair? 😰 If your property is Below Tolerable Standard, your house is classed as being unfit for human habitation. You may be able to get additional help to bring the property up to standard. Your flat may also be subject to enforcement action, such as closing orders. ❌ A flat may be termed Below Tolerable Standard if it fails certain criteria, we've written an article explaining the parts of the standard that relate to common repairs: https://lnkd.in/eFpSfbRn #ScottishTenement

You might assume that older tenement buildings lose a lot of heat through their walls in comparison to newer buildings, but recent research suggests that traditional solid stone or brick walls provide better insulation than was once thought. However, there are several ways you can insulate the outer walls of your building. Find out more👇 https://lnkd.in/d5_2FejD #ScottishTenement #Insulation

The budget statement must reaffirm the Scottish Government commitment to spend £1.8bn this on Heat in Buildings this Parliament. https://lnkd.in/d9ecFQNn