Traditional Building Maintenance
Friday 24 November 2023
Engine Shed
General interest, Professional
Quite technical
Event Description
Join us to learn about the practicalities of detailed and regular inspections of traditional buildings. We’ll share how a robust maintenance plan can stave off decay and expensive repairs.
A networking lunch will provide you with the opportunity to continue discussions.
Our full-day experience includes a tour of Stirling’s historic Old Town. Our team will point out a range of maintenance issues within the city and discuss the perils of ignoring the warning signs of fabric decay.
Learning outcomes
You will:
understand the basic principles and practical approaches underpinning sound management of Scotland’s traditional buildings
recognise the physical and economic benefits of having a formal maintenance programme managed by qualified operatives
understand the process of managing regular maintenance inspections for a traditional property, including the compilation of maintenance manuals and logbooks
Speakers
- Rob Adams, Adams Napier Partnership Surveyors
- Dr Lindsay Lennie, Stirling City Heritage Trust
- Chris Menzies, Stirling City Heritage Trust
Engine Shed
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The Engine Shed is accredited by the Scottish Qualifications Authority (SQA) and National Open College Network (NOCN). The Engine Shed was supported by a grant from the National Lottery Heritage Fund. Thanks to National Lottery players, we have been able to share knowledge of traditional building materials, develop skills and raise standards in conservation for traditional buildings.
Information
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