What is PRC?
PRC is a type of non-traditional construction commonly used across the UK between the 1940s and 1980s. Rather than being built using traditional brick or stone walls, these homes were constructed using concrete as a key structural material. PRC homes were developed to help meet housing demand.
Many PRC homes have provided safe, comfortable housing for decades. However, some types of PRC construction were later found to be more susceptible to deterioration as they aged.
To address this, some homes have undergone specialist structural repairs or strengthening works. Where approved repair methods have been completed, mortgage lenders will often view the property in a similar way to a traditionally built home.
Mortgage lending criteria can vary depending on the type of PRC construction and whether approved repairs have been carried out. If you're buying or selling a PRC property, it's worth speaking to your mortgage lender or independent financial adviser for specific advice.
Our approach to homes built using PRC
We may own a home built using PRC that shares structural features with your property. If you're selling or remortgaging your home, your solicitor, surveyor or lender may ask about any PRC works carried out to the neighbouring Bromford property.
We're aware of the considerations associated with PRC construction and remain focused on maintaining safe, well-managed homes for our customers. We carry out regular stock condition surveys and structural assessments where appropriate, using the findings to inform any repairs, maintenance or investment works that may be required.
Any works we undertake are completed in line with relevant legislation, building regulations and industry standards in place at the time. While there is no specific statutory certification requirement for PRC remediation works, we obtain any approvals or certifications required for the particular works being carried out.
As with all our homes, future surveys, investment planning and changes in statutory requirements may influence future programmes of work where necessary.
Where a Bromford-owned PRC property has undergone specialist repairs, information relating to those works may be available. In many cases, repaired PRC homes have had structural elements strengthened, replaced or upgraded using recognised repair methods designed to improve their long-term performance.
Questions?
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