[July 2018] A national trade body says a new study into Japanese knotweed reinforces the fact the invasive weed’s impact on property is at odds with its reputation in the UK. According to the Property Care Association (PCA), research led by Dr Mark Fennell and Professor Max Wade of AECOM, Read the full article…
[June 2018] This month we were delighted to issue six more Level 2 NVQ certificates in Insulation and Building Treatments (Wood Preserving & Damp-proofing) to candidates that have now completed their PCA Apprenticeship programme. This brings the total number of NVQ’s issued under the PCA Damp & Timber Apprenticeship (SAP) Read the full article…
[June 2018] A training programme and professional-use register have been launched, enabling users of biocides in wood preservation products to demonstrate their specialist credentials in the safe and effective use of timber protection chemicals. The move comes as, over the past few years, restrictions over the use of biocides have Read the full article…
[April 2018] National trade body the Property Care Association (PCA) has welcomed new research into the treatment options for Japanese knotweed. Researchers from Swansea University have recently revealed their findings on how best to tackle the invasive, non-native plant. The research involves what is believed to be the world’s largest Read the full article…
[April 2018] National trade body the Property Care Association (PCA) has produced a new video showcasing the importance of best practice in the specialised structural waterproofing industry. Available to view here the short film guides viewers through the training and qualifications which set out professionals in the sector able to Read the full article…
[February 2018] Work has begun on an extensive research programme between academics and a national trade body to investigate air quality in homes. The Property Care Association (PCA) and the University College London Institute for Environmental Design and Engineering (UCL IEDE) are carrying out a Knowledge Transfer Partnership (KTP) to Read the full article…
[February 2018] National trade body the Property Care Association (PCA) has set out its schedule of training for 2018, which supports public sector professionals with targeted programmes to manage their housing stock. The PCA has invested significant resources in developing a comprehensive portfolio of courses throughout the year in areas Read the full article…
[March 2018] A garden of invasive plants is being developed at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show by a national trade body, to emphasise an important message to visitors. Plants including buddleia, bamboo and montbretia might be a common sight in gardens across the country. But they are among a number Read the full article…
[28th February 2018] A national trade body is urging householders to be vigilant to the impact of the cold spell on their properties. The Property Care Association (PCA) says the chilly weather can take its toll on air quality indoors. It says condensation can become a particular issue, usually Read the full article…
[February 2018] National trade body the Property Care Association (PCA) has set out its schedule of professional development training for 2018. The PCA has invested significant resources into developing a comprehensive portfolio of courses throughout the year in areas including condensation, damp and timber preservation, residential ventilation, structural waterproofing, invasive Read the full article…
[February 2018] The Property Care Association (PCA) has unveiled the agenda for a unique two-day event, which brings together a national and international perspective to investigate a major issue currently affecting UK properties – excess moisture in buildings. The trade body’s 2018 International Residential Ventilation & Preservation of Buildings Conference Read the full article…
[January 2018] The Property Care Association has appointed a building research academic to undertake pioneering research into air quality in UK homes. Dr Paula Lopez-Arce joins the Property Care Association (PCA) as part of an ongoing Knowledge Transfer Partnership (KTP) between the trade body and the University College London Institute Read the full article…
[January 2018] A training programme developed by a national trade body gives specifiers and contractors the insight to tackle the raising number of reported cases of mould growth and condensation in UK homes. The Property Care Association’s (PCA) Residential Ventilation Masterclass gives a broad-based overview of the key issues in Read the full article…
National trade body the Property Care Association is calling for research and academic papers to present at an international event focused on a major issue currently affecting UK properties – excess moisture in buildings. The PCA’s 2018 International Residential Ventilation & Preservation of Buildings Conference takes place on the 14th Read the full article…
A national trade body is urging landowners to be alert to a growing number of invasive weeds now being controlled by EU regulations. The European Commission has recently added a further nine plant species to the current list of 14 species covered. Included in the list is Giant hogweed – Read the full article…
[July 2017] National trade body The Property Care Association is urging caution as the invasive weed Giant Hogweed takes hold this summer. The plant’s sap is extremely toxic to the skin in sunlight, making it a danger to public health. And experts from the PCA say if anyone comes Read the full article…
[May 2017] At the recent PCA Board election 2017 three new directors have been appointed to support the work of national trade body The Property Care Association. Richard Schofield of Phlorum, Mark Edwards of Timberwise and Annabelle Webster of South East Timber and Damp were voted onto the Board by Read the full article…
[May 2017] Content of appeal to a broad range of professions and industries has been developed for the second dedicated international structural waterproofing conference. Developed for an audience including house building, construction, civils and architectural professionals, the event – organised by national trade body The Property Care Association – takes Read the full article…
[May 2017] The 10th annual Property Care Association’s awards showcased the best of the specialist structural repair sector, as well as the structural waterproofing, wood preservation, damp-proofing, flood remediation and invasive weed control industries. Held at The Slate, University of Warwick, the ceremony represented another record breaking year for entries Read the full article…
[March 2017] Flooding, ventilation and indoor air quality are just some of the issues being addressed at a leading conference for property professionals organised by a national trade body. The Property Care Association (PCA) is holding its annual conference at ‘The Slate,’ the new conferencing centre at Warwick University in Read the full article…
