How can I get a building control certificate?

When any building is in the works, having it meet relevant building regulations is crucial. Even if you’re looking to go through with a small extension on your home, your project must meet all building regulations, otherwise, you could be facing disastrous circumstances in the future. For example, a build may have a major flaw that could affect the safety of those inside at any point. If this wasn’t picked up by the building control body during construction and the final inspection (we’ll come onto them later), or if it doesn’t meet building regulations, it could put those in the vicinity at risk and leave the owners of the building liable for damages in the future.

What we’re trying to say is, no building project should commence until it’s been confirmed that it has met building regulations by a team of professionals, and it has received a building regulations completion certificate from the local authority. Here at ABC+ Warranty, we provide expert building control services so you can be certain your project has been given the green light.

So, how does this process come about? Let us shed a little light on our area of expertise.

What is building control?

You may not have heard of building control previously, but this group of surveyors ensure that any building work that is in the pipeline obtains building regulations approval. To make sure that this is the case, an approved inspector for building control performs several in-depth tests and checks so that the building is safe to use.

These checks cover all aspects of the construction of the building, including (but not limited to):

• Ventilation
• Insulation
• Issues with fundamental structure
• Accessibility
• Fire safety (fire escape and fire protection)

During a building’s construction, you can expect regular visits from these surveyors to deal with any potential issues at source, rather than see major backtracking further down the line that could cost time and money.

Hardly ideal when you’re trying to meet a tight deadline and have a strict budget!

Why do you need building regulations approval?

Although they may seem like an extra thing to worry about at the time, building control is on your side and wants to keep your building safe in the future. They are a great way of exposing any cowboy builders and bringing any of their unsafe methods of practice to the surface.

All too often, these kinds of builders have packed up and left, only for an accident in the future to expose their shortcomings.

This is why it’s important for your building to receive a final inspection to obtain a completion certificate stating that it’s safe for occupancy.

There to support you

With building control by your side, you’re able to regularly check the safety and security of your project, giving you the peace of mind that work reaches the required standards.

If building control spots an issue, they can offer advice and guidance on how it can be rectified. With this kind of cooperation, we can all work towards the common goal of a well-rounded building with safe structural integrity that’s ready for use straight away.

How can it be done?

Here at Architects Certificate, we can assist you in meeting building regulations with our expert team of building control inspectors. By working with us and our team, which is approved by the Construction Industry Council, you will be able to benefit from as much support and guidance as you need throughout the exciting process of constructing a property.

We work with you to ensure that your plans meet the safety requirements needed, so your new project can go ahead as normal. Such is our experience and industry know-how, you needn’t worry about our ability to spot any potential design flaws or issues once the project has commenced.

We are a team of knowledgeable, quick thinkers who use our nous to adapt to issues that may arise out of the blue. During a project, not everything is guaranteed to run smoothly, with external factors sometimes coming into play. If you’re looking for your new build to operate soundly, we’re the people to call!

Get in touch to discuss a building regulations completion certificate

Not only do we specialise in building control, but we can also supply a building warranty so you’re covered should your new building falter months or years after construction is completed. We offer a 10-year building warranty so you can have the peace of mind that you’re in safe hands during this timeframe.

If you have any enquiries regarding a building control certificate, the competent person scheme, or any other aspect of our service, then be sure to contact us at a time that suits you. You can call us on 0161 928 8804 or drop us an email info@architectscertificate.co.uk to speak to one of our team. You can also fill out our online form, and we will respond as quickly as possible.