Like most of the UK’s workforce, the Neaco team are now remotely working from home. While this is the norm for many people, we at Neaco have had to make adjustments and are settling into a new working rhythm. With this in mind, here are a few tips from our home workers for anyone who…More
31/03/2020 Dear valued customers and suppliers, The situation regarding the Coronavirus (COVID-19) and the UK’s response to the pandemic is changing on a daily basis. The management team at Neaco are closely monitoring the situation and have been following advice from the government to prevent the spread of the virus and protect the health and…More
Since the 2018 Building (Amendment) Regulations and the 2019 & 2020 government advice notes regarding combustible materials on building exteriors, a wave of refurbishment projects have entered the market. Immediate Removal is Advised Though legislation now states that newly built residential buildings with floors above 18m cannot incorporate combustible materials, it is the government advice…More
A new advice note has been released by the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government entitled ‘Building Safety Advice for Building Owners, Including Fire Doors’. This document offers advice on the measures building owners should take to ensure their buildings are safe. Throughout the document, building owners are urged to “follow the steps in…More
This article outlines requirements for balcony decking load capacity. Designing a balcony, terrace or external walkway requires careful assessment of load-bearing capacity. Essentially, it’s a structural consideration that requires the calculation of known and potential loads. Types of load When designing a balcony or terrace deck, it’s useful to consider various types of load: the…More
In addition to our well-established range of bespoke Neatdek panels, we now have two plank options that are ideal for both refurbishments and new projects. The first of our new options is Neatlok; a closed, interlocking plank that provides privacy and directional drainage. Option two is the Neatwalk plank that is laid with 5mm gaps for…More
