The key signs your educational building or school roof needs attention – and when to take action
School roofs have been hitting the headlines recently, following widespread concerns about the condition of school buildings. From the presence of potentially dangerous RAAC to leaks and draughts from outdated or sub-standard materials installations, the spotlight is firmly fixed on the pressing need to upgrade school buildings across the country. In fact, a National Audit […]
What’s important for education sector roofs? Insights from Education Estates® conference and exhibition
Every education setting has a responsibility to provide a safe and comfortable space for learning and upgrading university, college, academy or school roofs is an important step in maintaining functional performance. It can also be an opportunity to reduce the environmental impact of buildings – helping to meet the Department for Education (DfE)’s wider goals […]
Maintain a healthy green roof with regular maintenance
At IKO, we recommend two inspections per year to ensure all components are functioning correctly. Check out our helpful video on maintenance for homeowners like you. Intensive roofs need more attention than extensive ones. Neglecting maintenance can reduce your green roof’s aesthetic and environmental benefits. Don’t let your valuable asset deteriorate, keep up with maintenance […]
Do you need some help choosing a reliable service provider for your roofing needs?
Look no further than IKO. Our team of experts can offer a personalised program tailored to meet your specific requirements. Do you need some help choosing a reliable service provider for your roofing needs? Look no further than IKO. Our team of experts can offer a personalised program tailored to meet your specific requirements. Need […]
Looking to retrofit solar panels to your roof?
The integration of photovoltaic panels via retrofitting is a practical and tactical solution to provide renewable energy for building projects. This process involves the installation of a solar roof system that generates electricity and provides cost-effective benefits with minimal maintenance. However, during the installation of PVs, taking into account extra weight loading and wind uplift […]
Finding your way through solar funding
As the construction industry sector’s trusted roofing partner, IKO can play an integral role in obtaining the independent evidence you need to qualify for funding. Furthermore, we can provide assistance and technical support throughout the tendering process and beyond. Funding routes The DfE allocates funding annually to help maintain and improve the condition of school […]
IKO bio solar solutions – Department for Education (DfE)
The Department for Education (DfE) is introducing green roofs and solar panels in its new Net Carbon Zero schools program. Our PV mounting system, using the EGR SolarNature, is integrated into the green roof to ensure a sustainable green roof ecosystem underneath while ballasting against wind uplift. The waterproofing system is designed with either the […]
Schools urged to take action and prioritise safety of roofs after widespread closures over RAAC concrete fears
Fresh concerns about the safety of RAAC concrete in school buildings has led to immediate closure of more than 100 educational buildings in England – underlining the critical importance of taking proactive measures to ensure schools are safe and secure. On Thursday August 31, 104 English schools, nurseries and colleges with reinforced autoclaved aerated concrete […]
What is CIF (Conditions Improvement Fund) for academies?
The CIF is capital funding that academies and sixth-form colleges can apply for each year, which is approved by the EFA (Education Funding Agency). What is it for? Keeping academy and sixth-form college buildings safe and in good working order, addressing the issues with significant consequences that revenue or Devolved Formula Capital (DFC) funding cannot […]
A hot topic in schools
Research indicates that student performances deteriorate as the temperature and humidity rises inside the classroom. There is no doubt that thermal comfort plays a significant role in the abilities of children to operate and maintain attention spans during school lessons. Last year the UK experienced its hottest summer since 1976 and with the warmer months […]
