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Insights, guides, and news on building inspections, compliance, and property technology.

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8 Apr 2026Compliance

Who Is the Asbestos Duty Holder? Understanding Your Legal Responsibilities

A clear guide to identifying the asbestos duty holder in your organisation, u...

Dom Sherrett

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8 Apr 2026Compliance

Fire Risk Assessments: Who Needs One and How to Find a Competent Assessor

A practical guide to understanding your legal obligations under the Fire Safe...

Dom Sherrett

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8 Apr 2026Compliance

Common Fire Safety Pitfalls: Fire Doors, Lithium Batteries, and Ongoing Compliance

An in-depth look at the most common fire safety mistakes found during fire ri...

Dom Sherrett

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8 Apr 2026Compliance

External Wall Fire Risk Assessments: What Building Professionals Need to Know About FRAEWs

The Fire Safety Act 2021 brought external walls into scope of the Fire Safety...

Dom Sherrett

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8 Apr 2026Compliance

HHSRS Explained: What Landlords Need to Know in 2026

A practical guide to the Housing Health and Safety Rating System.

Dom Sherrett

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8 Apr 2026Compliance

Fire Door Safety Checklist for HMO Landlords and Property Managers

A practical 7-point fire door inspection checklist for HMO landlords and prop...

Dom Sherrett

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8 Apr 2026Compliance

How to Conduct a Legionella Risk Assessment: A Step-by-Step Guide

A practical, detailed walkthrough of how to complete a suitable and sufficien...

Dom Sherrett

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8 Apr 2026Compliance

Mold Inspections and Landlord Liability: State Laws, Federal Guidelines, and Best Practices

US mold laws, landlord liability, and inspection best practices.

Dom Sherrett

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8 Apr 2026Compliance

An Update on Fire Safety Regulations in England: What Responsible Persons Need to Know

A comprehensive guide to the Fire Safety Act 2021, Building Safety Act 2022, ...

Dom Sherrett

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8 Apr 2026Compliance

Understanding Legionella Risk: Why Every Building Needs a Risk Assessment

Learn what legionella bacteria is, how it proliferates in building water syst...

Dom Sherrett

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8 Apr 2026Compliance

Fire Door Inspections: A Practical Guide to the Most Neglected Element of Building Fire Safety

A detailed guide to fire door types, certification, common defects, and inspe...

Dom Sherrett

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8 Apr 2026Technology

How AI Is Transforming Building Inspections in 2026

AI is reshaping how inspectors work, from transcription to report generation.

Dom Sherrett