06/02/2019 At this time of year properties are more likely to be impacted by excess moisture. Condensation, damp and even mould can occur if buildings are not carefully managed throughout the winter season. National trade body the Property Care Association (PCA) says many of its 400 members across the UK report a growing trend in […]

30/01/2019 A national trade body is signposting householders to a wealth of free advice on Japanese knotweed. The move comes after a recent Parliamentary inquiry regarding the invasive, non-native plant, was held at the House of Commons. During the course of the meeting, the Science and Technology Committee was keen to see new information provided, […]

15/01/2019 National trade body the Property Care Association (PCA) has launched a specialist trade apprenticeship, geared up to the unique needs of the structural waterproofing sector. The Structural Waterproofing (Below Ground) Apprenticeship Programme takes its first intake of participants in mid-February. Developed with and supported by the CITB, the training is open to both PCA […]

01/11/2018 A national trade body has reported a significant number of dry rot cases in homes. Reports of the fungal timber decay taking hold in properties from members of the Property Care Association have risen – and the trade body says a number of factors could be behind the increase. A changing climate, different approaches […]

31/08/2018 National trade body The Property Care Association has invested in the latest technology to create an immersive experience for delegates at its forthcoming structural waterproofing conference. Insight into high-profile projects underground, technical details and an overview of liabilities and responsibilities are all being featured at the PCA’s third annual International Structural Waterproofing conference. Final […]

07/08/2018 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 been introduced, which have affected the […]

04/07/2018 A national trade body is issuing a Call for Papers to construction academics, researchers and others with an interest in the structural waterproofing sector. The Property Care Association (PCA) is seeking research and academic papers and/or posters, for its third annual International Structural Waterproofing conference, taking place at The Slate, University of Warwick, Coventry […]

27/03/2018 Members of the Property Care Association are now able to achieve Chartered status through a collaboration with the Chartered Association of Building Engineers. Subject to meeting CABE’s stringent requirements, PCA members can attain the professional position of Chartered Building Engineer, awarded by CABE. Formed in 1925 as the Incorporated Association of Architects and Surveyors, […]

16/03/2018 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 of non-native species, including Japanese knotweed, […]