Domestic SAP
SAP calculations are required at the design stage of a project to show compliance with Building Regulations, and at practical completion, to allow an Energy Performance Certificate to be issued for completed dwellings.
SAP calculations may also be required in order to support Building Regulations applications for existing dwellings – for example, when an extension is being added, or when a building undergoes a material change of use or material alteration. This may be particularly relevant where the extension is substantially glazed.
Hook Mason have an accredited On Construction Domestic Energy Assessor (OCDEA) who can undertake the production of SAP & EPC information for both new and existing dwellings.
For further information please contact clive@hookmason.co.uk
Building Condition Surveys
Hook Mason undertake detailed building condition surveys on behalf of prospective purchasers of both residential and commercial properties. The survey report details relevant building defects and includes recommendations for immediate and longer term repairs, alterations and improvements where required and detailed budget costings for the necessary works. The building condition survey can progress to provision of architectural services if required by individual clients.
Quinquennial Surveys
This role includes preparation of quinquennial inspections providing detailed reports to the client, outlining maintenance and repair liabilities, in addition to the acquisition and disposal of appropriate properties.
CDM (Health & Safety)
Hook Mason can provide the services of a Principal Designer under the requirements of the Construction (Design & Management) Regulations 2015.
Virtually all projects now fall within the remit of the new 2015 CDM regulations which requires strict adherence to the regulations, with preparation of detailed risk assessments together with the issue of relevant notices.
Specialist Surveying Consultancy
Acting in conjunction with insurance companies and loss adjusters, Hook Mason can provide expert advice on property damage resulting from fire, storm and flooding, in addition to other perils.
Hook Mason have acted as lead consultant on a number of high profile restoration projects including substantial repairs to Bedstone College in Shropshire which suffered severe fire damage and Priors Court in Herefordshire which suffered major flood damage.
