As the UK accelerates towards net zero, housing providers are under increasing pressure to cut carbon quickly. This typically means better insulation, higher airtightness, greater electrification and wider use of renewables. Done well, these measures reduce emissions and lower running costs. Done without the right safeguards, they can introduce new risks inside the home. This…
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Adra’s optimised retrofit programme with Aico
Adra is set to implement Aico’s Connected Home solution for the monitoring and management of properties in its optimised retrofit programme (ORP). Aico’s Connected Home solution provides real-time data on indoor environmental conditions, monitoring temperature, humidity and carbon dioxide levels to reduce the risks related to damp, mould and condensation. The system links into the…
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Barrhead Housing extends IoT project with Aico & MCN
Barrhead Housing is expanding its smart homes programme thanks to new funding from Glasgow City Region’s 5G Innovation Region (Smart & Connected Social Places) initiative. Building on the success of an initial pilot project, the extended project will see sensor technology installed in 28 further homes across East Renfrewshire. Installed in partnership with Aico and…
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Fighting disrepairs with data
The importance of data in protecting housing providers in disrepair cases The housing sector is facing a sharper focus on property conditions and landlord accountability than ever before. Awaab’s Law, which was prompted by the tragic death of two-year-old Awaab Ishak due to prolonged mould exposure and introduced in the Social Housing (Regulation) Act 2023,…
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Retrofitting a 1930s property
How to reduce the risk of damp and mould with smart technology Older homes, particularly those built in the early 20th century, often present a unique set of challenges when it comes to maintaining healthy indoor environments. From outdated ventilation systems and inefficient windows to poor insulation and airflow, these types of properties are frequently…
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Sureserve becomes Aico Platinum partner
Sureserve has been chosen as Aico’s first Platinum partner, recognising Sureserve’s commitment to compliance, innovation and excellence in home-life safety across the UK’s housing sector. Aico’s Platinum partner programme is intended to raise standards and establish long-term collaborations, with the programme requiring technical excellence, quality management, sustainability and commitment to training. Steve Trafford, sales director,…
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