
Carbon emission Building Regulation changes: fully enforced
The government introduced carbon emission reducing Building Regulation changes in June 2022 and 12 months on they are now fully enforceable. The grace period is over, and as of 15th June 2023, all new projects must comply. So how does it impact you as a builder today? Job start date – when is it OK…

‘Dust Kills’ – HSE Dust Inspection Initiative
How would your company perform if inspected for dust? What are you doing to manage the threats posed by dust? What are your workers doing to minimise the risks? Inspectors will be carrying out HSE dust inspections at nationwide sites which will begin a new health initiative that focuses on the risks to construction workers…

Our June Sale – it’s the big one! 25% off!
Our June Sale – the biggest one of 2023. We’re talking a massive 25% off a lifetime (perpetual) licence or 15 months for the price of 12 on a subscription. You call the shots. You’ve got everything to gain plus a great discount! Do you want to pay upfront, get it done and know that…

VAT reverse charge for construction: Everything you need to know
VAT reverse charges can be a tricky idea to understand. It’s not easy to know when you need to use it, how you invoice it, as well as which services can be VAT reverse charged – let alone remembering any of that! This article (hopefully!) shines a light on this complex topic… What is VAT…

Construction Skills Bootcamp: Building a new construction business
Our Construction Skills Bootcamp programme is proving a great success as this brilliant case study compiled by Huw Sayer, on behalf of New Anglia Local Enterprise Partnership, explains. Steve Huxley is a self-employed construction professional, based in Woodbridge, Suffolk. He made a late career move into the sector in 2020, having built up his…

A new, improved service from our window and door partners Crystal Direct
Crystal Direct Windows and Doors have been partners of HBXL for over eight years. Like just about every manufacturer, they found the pandemic a challenge. It prompted some big positive changes which has resulted in a highly efficient business offering quality PVC-u windows and doors, and aluminium bi-folds and roof lanterns. Free quotation…