RAAC

There has been extensive press coverage about the potential issues with RAAC (Reinforced Autoclaved Aerated Concrete) in public buildings.  The extent to which RAAC is present in residential buildings and the associated risk is currently unclear.  It was used primarily in roof planks of some public buildings built between 1960-1990.  The Institute of Structural Engineers […]

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Contractor Availability

We use third party contractors for all repairs, maintenance and project work.  As well as sharp price increases, in the last 2 years we have seen a reduction in the number of contractors operating and a change in the way they operate.

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Teams Supporting Success

Following a long period of the Covid-19 pandemic with all the challenges it has presented, as Spring approaches and the vaccine programme is currently being successfully rolled out, we can allow ourselves to dream of better times ahead.

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Covid Update

In providing service to you, Charles white Ltd is on an ongoing basis monitoring guidelines from government and industry bodies to keep our clients, contractors and colleagues safe.   We will continue to monitor and update you if changes to our approach or how our contractors deliver service is required.  Thank you for your continued understanding […]

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Covid Guidelines Update for Scotland and Northern Ireland

The First Minister has announced that mainland Scotland will be in tier 4 lockdown for a period of 3 weeks from Saturday 26th December 2020.  

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Making a Difference in 2020

This time last year no one would have predicted how 2020 would turn out.  It’s been a year when we have all been affected to varying degrees by disruption, isolation, anxiety, pain and loss. 

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Winter Weather

As we enter the winter months, heating systems will be used more heavily. We recommend having your heating systems inspected and serviced by a suitably qualified heating engineer.  In doing this, it ensures the system is functioning safely and efficiently. 

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Coronavirus Update: Projects and Maintenance Works

Since lockdown CWL’s top priority has been the health & safety of our team, our clients and our contractors. We are also conscious of the ongoing maintenance needs of all developments we manage on behalf of our valued clients.

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Coronavirus update: Contractors

Coronavirus Update: Contractors  While coronavirus remains a very serious threat to us all including those who provide maintenance and repair services on our behalf and of our clients, we have today issued to all our contractors the following guidance note.   The purpose of the CWL guidelines is twofold: 1) to provide a framework for safe […]

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Coronavirus update: Playparks 01.04.20

Coronavirus Update: Playparks 01.04.20 We bring to your attention some important news associated with your development Playpark(s).  In light of restrictions imposed by government to the coronavirus situation, we have been in dialogue with our playpark maintenance contractors, who have provided us with the following key information: All routine maintenance inspections and remedial works are […]

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