One of the questions we’re often asked by clients is what a Building Control inspection actually involves. The answer depends on the project and, importantly, what stage the work has reached. At Complete Building Control Ltd, our Registered Building Inspectors work with site teams throughout construction, carrying out the necessary inspections at the appropriate stages …

Planning an extension, conversion, refurbishment or new development in Birmingham? One of the things you’ll need to consider is whether your project needs Building Regulations approval. It’s an area that can sometimes cause confusion, particularly because Building Regulations and Planning Permission are not the same thing. A project may not need Planning Permission but can still …

If you’re planning building work, you may have heard the term private Building Control and wondered what it means or how it differs from using your local authority. For many building projects in England, you have a choice over who provides your Building Control service. Complete Building Control Ltd (CBC) provides a professional Building Control service for …

Requests for Part Final Certificates are becoming more common place. This guidance note looks to bring about a common understanding and interpretation of the approach Complete Building Control Ltd should take. Occupation Prior To Completion Of Works Regulation 19 Building (Registered Building Control Approvers etc.) (England) Regulations 2024 allows for the occupation of a building …

Building Safety Levy – What Developers Need to Know The Building Safety Levy is a new charge on residential development in England that is due to come into force in 1st October 2026. Introduced under the Building Safety Act 2022, the Levy forms part of the Government’s wider programme of building safety reform and is …

Many people think Building Control only becomes involved once construction starts. In reality, involving Building Control at the beginning of your project can help avoid unnecessary delays and costly changes later. Early Collaboration At Complete Building Control Ltd, our Registered Building Inspectors work closely with homeowners, architects, designers, builders and developers from the earliest stages …

Building Control and Planning Permission are often confused, but they serve very different purposes. Understanding the difference can help your project progress more smoothly. What is Building Control? Building Control ensures that construction work complies with the Building Regulations 2010. This includes areas such as: Structural stability Fire safety Energy efficiency Ventilation Drainage Accessibility Building …

If you’re planning a house extension, one of the most common questions is whether Building Control approval is required. In most cases, the answer is yes. Building Control helps ensure that building work complies with the Building Regulations 2010, covering important areas such as structural stability, fire safety, drainage, insulation and ventilation. Why Building Control …

Online reputational damage can spread quickly, particularly when false or misleading allegations are published on the internet. In a recent case, swift legal action led to the removal of a harmful article that posed a serious risk to a regulated UK business. Within 24 hours of instruction, the content was assessed under English defamation law …