Category: Property Maintenance

Businesses Need Certainty Following Scottish Government’s Decision to Drop Heat in Buildings Bill – Propertymark

December 18, 2025

Propertymark has called on the Scottish Government to provide businesses with more certainty following their decision to drop the Heat in Buildings Bill for the second time this year. This policy has been delayed until the outcome of next year’s elections for the Scottish Parliament has been decided. In September 2023, when the Programme for Government was announced, the then Zero Carbon …

Dealing with Damp and Mould in Tenement Housing

December 4, 2025

In tenement buildings across Scotland, damp and mould are persistent problems. As Scotland’s only charity dedicated to providing free information and support to tenement owners and housing professionals, it is a problem we encounter frequently at Under One Roof. In this article, we will explain why damp and mould pose such serious problems to buildings …

Property Maintenance

Keep Your Bathroom Shining and Your Towels Soft

November 6, 2025

Why limescale spoils the spa feeling If you have ever noticed the morning light catch on chalky droplets across your shower screen, you have seen limescale at work. Hard water leaves behind calcium and magnesium deposits on taps, tiles and glass. Left alone, they dull chrome, etch glass and make soap scum cling more stubbornly. …

Understanding the Repairing Standard: Plumbing and Heating Responsibilities for Scottish Landlords

October 28, 2025

The Repairing Standard – it’s super important for landlords and property managers, as well as for tenants, but do you understand the Repairing Standard? As a landlord, do you know what your legal responsibilities are? We know reading about legislation can sometimes feel like wading through treacle, but trust us, understanding your responsibilities here is …

Common Misconceptions in Tenement Management, for Letting Agents and Landlords

October 1, 2025

Managing common repairs, either as a landlord or a letting agent on behalf of your clients, can be a complicated process. In our work, supporting homeowners, letting agents and other housing professionals with information and advice on tenement management, repair and retrofit, we come across many common misconceptions. These can impact the repair process, and …

Ten Maintenance Tasks for Your Rental Property

September 23, 2025

Buying a rental property is just the start of a long journey. To make it succeed maintenance is not optional. Looking after the building keeps tenants happy, protects income and preserves the asset. When you deal with small problems straight away you avoid the stress and cost of big repairs later. Here are the top …