Author: Block in a Box

As the colder months approach, it is essential for Resident Management Companies (RMCs) and leaseholders to implement a well-structured maintenance plan for their blocks of flats or apartments. Autumn and winter specific plans ensure the safety and comfort of residents as the weather changes. They also preserve the value and…

Here we’ll be discussing why, and how, to avoid the pitfalls of securing appropriate insurance coverage for your block.

For flat owners and RMCs, effective planning and budgeting for major works projects involve a combination of financial prudence, legal compliance and clear communication.

Exploring the key health and safety considerations that are essential for executing major work for blocks of flats and apartment complexes.

Maintaining and renovating these buildings come with a unique set of challenges for property owners and developers.

The mental health benefits of green spaces in blocks of flats and apartments and how you can create or enhance these spaces.

Striking a Balance in Valuation Methods The Leasehold and Freehold Reform Bill has introduced several changes aimed at bringing fairness and transparency to the leasehold system. One significant amendment involves the Standard Valuation Method and the regulation of market rates in lease extension calculations. This change, which gives the government…

Here we’ll be focussing on electric vehicle charging and the various benefits of installing charge points at residential blocks.

In this article, we explore ways to improve the energy efficiency in blocks of flats, focussing on insulation, solar panels, and more!

We’ll be examining the challenges you may have faced (alongside the usual stresses), how many of you have navigated your way through them, and how you can take those lessons learned forward with you into 2024.