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Social Housing

Expert repairs services to maintain safe and healthy homes for social housing tenants

Social Housing

Supporting local authorities and housing associations

Repairs & Maintenance

Keeping homes functional, comfortable and safe through our responsive and planned maintenance programmes.

Compliance and Safety

We are compliance specialists, ensuring homes meet the necessary UK fire, gas and electrical safety regulations, keeping your properties safe as well as the communities in them.

Decarbonisation & Retrofit

Making social housing estates more efficient and supporting landlords’ sustainability goals, we retrofit energy-saving systems to ensure properties meet modern energy standards.

Fire Safety Solutions

We help landlords to ensure properties and their tenants are protected, through the installation of fire and smoke detection, fire prevention and fire stopping systems.

Planned refurbishment

Delivering improvements including kitchen and bathroom upgrades, internal and external insulation and roofing improvements to enhance housing conditions and improve efficiency.

Latest Group Projects

Roof and Solar PV Replacement

A £1.4 million roof retrofit and solar PV installation enhancing energy efficiency, sustainability, and overall building performance

An aerial photo showing the clear difference between a newly replaced, dark brown tiled roof (left) and an old, weathered grey tiled roof (right) on a brick terraced house, demonstrating the result of roof renewal and repair.

Roof Repairs and Maintenance Works for MHS

Reactive Roof Repairs and Maintenance Works programme weatherproofs and futureproofs MHS’ residential dwellings in Kent

A close-up of newly installed black solar PV panels on a tiled roof, showing the reflective, crystalline surface and the clean installation edge over the brown roof tiles.

Solar Panels Eastlight Community Homes

Our 3-week Solar PV installation programme brings energy efficiency and cost saving benefits to Eastlight residents

National Property and Construction Management Consultancy team overseeing large-scale housing projects across the UK.

Planned Cyclical Maintenance

Delivering planned cyclical maintenance on multiple properties in West London for Notting Hill Genesis. This improved energy efficiency.

A view of the multi-storey brick care home from its communal garden, showing the new conservatory and peaceful patio area with benches.

Communal Repairs and Decoration Works

Delivering communal repairs and decoration, enhancing communal areas, guestrooms and a garden for Notting Hill Genesis.

The historic Grade II listed Thames Tunnel Mills building, a former warehouse converted to residences, viewed from the riverside on a sunny day.

Grade II residential building upgrade

Axis delivered this Grade II residential building upgrade at Thames Tunnel Mills on the banks of the Thames for L&Q

Clarion Housing Association

After a thorough procurement process, a new 20-year partnership agreement has been established between Axis’ Midlands Division and Clarion Housing…

A towering, high-rise residential block, possibly a post-war council building, with a white or light-coloured facade and many uniform windows, set against a blue sky, representing a property in the Lewisham Homes Fire Risk Assessment (FRA) Programme.

Fire Safety in Tower Block

Axis undertook Fire Safety Works to an occupied 24-storey block of flats, Eddystone Tower, in Deptford, London for Lewisham Homes.  

Two new, dark blue, compliant fire doors for flats 96 and 97 in an apartment corridor, installed next to a red dry riser cabinet as part of Fire Risk Assessment (FRA) works.

Fire Risk Assessment Programme

We were employed as the Principal Contractor by Brentwood Borough Council to undertake FRA works at 10 blocks of flats

The modern plant room of a new commercial Air Source Heat Pump (ASHP) system, featuring large blue buffer tanks, pumps, filters, and expertly installed insulated pipework.

Replacement Heating System – ASHPs

Upgraded Kingston property with energy-efficient heat pumps, solar panels, providing 76% of energy needs, reducing costs, enhancing safety.

Hyde

Award-winning 18,000 m2 cladding replacement programme ensures safety of 440 families in 5 towers.

Southampton City Council

8,000 homes made safe and compliant through installation of 10,000 fire doors plus sprinklers and fire alarms.

Accent

We installed 376 kitchens and 203 bathrooms including DDA adaptations by our DBS checked staff.

A close-up of a Vaillant aroTHERM plus Air Source Heat Pump (ASHP) unit, professionally installed for a residential property against a red brick wall.

Residential Air Source Heat Pump Installation

Residential air source heat pump upgrade, enhancing energy efficiency and comfort for social housing residents in Braintree, Essex

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Responsive Repairs Service for Onward Homes

Our Midlands Division’s Responsive Repairs team supports Onward Homes to provide safe and comfortable homes for their residents

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Responsive Repairs Service for Walsall Housing Group (WHG)

Axis’ Midlands Division and Walsall Housing Group provide residents with safe and comfortable homes through our Responsive Repairs Works

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Southern Housing Responsive Repairs Programme

Our Responsive Repairs programme for Southern Housing provides residents with safe and comfortable homes in Kent and Sussex

The new, modern communal boiler plant room after a full system replacement, showing the new boiler, hot water cylinder, and neatly insulated pipework.

Communal Boiler Replacement

Learn how Axis undertook a communal boiler replacement project at a retirement housing scheme for the elderly

A panoramic view from the water of the Gosport Towers on the waterfront, with one high-rise block undergoing cladding replacement works with visible scaffolding.

Cladding Replacement

Major cladding replacement project installed over 18,000m2 of External Wall Insulation to five tower blocks in Gosport, Hampshire.

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Our Group Clients

L&Q
Eastlight
Notting Hill Genesis
THCH Tower Hamlets Community Housing
City of Westminster
Lewisham
Brentwood Borough Council
Walsall Housing Group
Sanctuary
Clarion Housing

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News & Insights

21st May 2026

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VINCI Tranche 2 Fire Compartmentation Works

Concept has been appointed to deliver Tranche 2 Fire Compartmentation Works with VINCI across the MOD estate.

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30th April 2026

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New Concept Company Brochure

Concept’s latest brochure highlights its range of services, sector expertise, and strong client outcomes, backed by recent project work and testimonials.

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29th April 2026

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Exxon Fawley – Facility Fit-Out

Concept has been appointed to deliver the Fawley Facility Fit-Out for Exxon, supporting upgrades to the CMB workshop, Paint shop, instruments & electrical testing bay, and boiler workshop.

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24th April 2026

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Brune Medical Centre – Talking Therapies Refurbishment

Concept has been appointed to deliver the refurbishment and conversion of an existing dental facility at Brune Medical Centre into a dedicated Talking Therapies suite.

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23rd April 2026

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Celebrating Earth Day 2026

On Wednesday 22nd April, we celebrated Earth Day 2026. Themed “Our Power, Our Planet”, this offers the chance to reflect on our Net Zero efforts.

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10th April 2026

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Concept Awarded Cyber Essentials Plus Certification

Concept has achieved Cyber Essentials Plus certification, marking a key milestone in the company’s approach to cyber security and data protection.

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31st March 2026

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The Local Power Plan

Learn about the Local Power Plan (LPP) that the UK government has proposed.

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20th March 2026

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Heat Network Regulation Is Here – Is Your Organisation Ready?

Axis CLC supports housing providers with end-to-end heat network compliance, from portfolio assessment and funded surveys to grant applications, low-carbon upgrades, and ongoing monitoring.

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18th March 2026

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Axis CLC appointed Neil Watts as Managing Director of Responsive Repairs

Neil Watts has been appointed as Managing Director or Responsive Repairs. Read more about his appointment.

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18th March 2026

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Axis CLC appointed Barry Creswick as Transmission Services Divisional Director

Barry Creswick has been appointed Transmission Services Divisional Director. Read more about Barry’s appointment.

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18th March 2026

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Axis CLC appointed Helen Rayfield as Bid Director

Helen Ryafield has been appointed Bid Director to strengthen the focus on winning work. Read more about her appointment.

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18th March 2026

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Axis CLC appointed Lee McAllister as Business Improvement Director

Lee McAllister has been appointed Business Improvement Director to drive continuous improvement and performance. Read more about his appointment.

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17th March 2026

Apprentices | News

From Law to Quantity Surveying Apprenticeship: Meet Abi Bendy

From law to studying for a quantity surveying apprenticeship. Find out about Abi’s first year apprenticeship experience at Axis CLC.

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17th March 2026

Apprentices | News

Learning, Growing, and Succeeding in an Electrical Apprenticeship

Learn from a third year Electrical Apprentice about his classroom and real on-the-job training, supported by a team that values development.

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17th March 2026

Apprentices | News

Building a Career in Quantity Surveying: Lewis Drake’s Apprenticeship Story

Apprentice Quantity Surveyor, currently completing an Axis CLC Apprenticeship through the Chartered Surveyor Degree Apprenticeship in Quantity Surveying. Read Lewis Drake’s Story.

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18th February 2026

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Concept Wins two Lots on the Hampshire Minor Works Framework 2026–2030

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12th February 2026

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Concept Awarded Best Engager Category at KBR Sustainable Supply Chain Awards 2025

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19th December 2025

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Axis CLC Acquires Concept

Axis CLC Acquires Concept

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22nd April 2025

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Concept Supports Record-Breaking Charity Bike Ride for Palace for Life

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24th October 2024

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Concept awarded a Silver Medal in recognition of our sustainability achievement.

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Blue Light

Utilities & Industrial

Utilities & Industrial

Heritage

Heritage

Retail & Commercial

Retail & Commercial

Hotel & Leisure

Hotel & Leisure

Social Housing

Social Housing

Our sectors

Healthcare

Healthcare

Modernising and upgrading healthcare facilities with meticulous attention to safety and infection control. Concept’s experienced teams work sensitively within operational environments, maintaining the highest standards while ensuring minimal disruption to patient care.

Our sectors

Defence

Defence

Supporting the Ministry of Defence with comprehensive property upgrades and refurbishments that improve living conditions for service personnel and their families. Concept brings specialist expertise to secure, sensitive environments where quality and compliance are paramount.

Our sectors

Education

Education

Delivering transformational refurbishment projects across schools, colleges and universities. We understand the unique demands of educational environments, working efficiently to tight schedules and budgets while minimising disruption to learning.

Our sectors

Blue Light

Blue Light

Providing secure, sensitive refurbishment services for emergency services including police, fire, and ambulance facilities. We understand operational criticality, ensuring seamless project delivery that maintains service continuity.

Our sectors

Utilities & Industrial

Utilities & Industrial

Delivering safe, reliable maintenance and repair solutions in demanding utility and industrial environments. Our specialist teams keep the nation moving with expertise in complex, challenging settings.

Our sectors

Heritage

Heritage

Specialising in the heritage sector, we deliver planned and proactive maintenance solutions designed to preserve the structural integrity, historic fabric, and long-term value of listed and historic assets.

Our sectors

Retail & Commercial

Retail & Commercial

From refurbishments to fit-outs, our retail and commercial specialists deliver high-quality offices and innovative interiors, creating inspiring, practical office buildings and shops that enhance the visitor experience.

Our sectors

Hotel & Leisure

Hotel & Leisure

With specialist expertise in the hotel and leisure sector, we deliver refurbishment and upgrade solutions designed to keep facilities operational with minimal disruption during the works.

Our sectors

Social Housing

Social Housing

Creating safe, comfortable homes for residents through expert property maintenance and refurbishment services. Concept works in partnership with housing associations, local authorities, and private landlords to deliver responsive, reliable solutions that enhance quality of life.

Healthcare

Healthcare

Modernising and upgrading healthcare facilities with meticulous attention to safety and infection control. Concept’s experienced teams work sensitively within operational environments, maintaining the highest standards while ensuring minimal disruption to patient care.

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Defence

Defence

Supporting the Ministry of Defence with comprehensive property upgrades and refurbishments that improve living conditions for service personnel and their families. Concept brings specialist expertise to secure, sensitive environments where quality and compliance are paramount.

Find out more

Education

Education

Delivering transformational refurbishment projects across schools, colleges and universities. We understand the unique demands of educational environments, working efficiently to tight schedules and budgets while minimising disruption to learning.

Find out more

Blue Light

Blue Light

Providing secure, sensitive refurbishment services for emergency services including police, fire, and ambulance facilities. We understand operational criticality, ensuring seamless project delivery that maintains service continuity.

Find out more

Utilities & Industrial

Utilities & Industrial

Delivering safe, reliable maintenance and repair solutions in demanding utility and industrial environments. Our specialist teams keep the nation moving with expertise in complex, challenging settings.

Find out more

Heritage

Heritage

Specialising in the heritage sector, we deliver planned and proactive maintenance solutions designed to preserve the structural integrity, historic fabric, and long-term value of listed and historic assets.

Find out more

Retail & Commercial

Retail & Commercial

From refurbishments to fit-outs, our retail and commercial specialists deliver high-quality offices and innovative interiors, creating inspiring, practical office buildings and shops that enhance the visitor experience.

Find out more

Hotel & Leisure

Hotel & Leisure

With specialist expertise in the hotel and leisure sector, we deliver refurbishment and upgrade solutions designed to keep facilities operational with minimal disruption during the works.

Find out more

Social Housing

Social Housing

Creating safe, comfortable homes for residents through expert property maintenance and refurbishment services. Concept works in partnership with housing associations, local authorities, and private landlords to deliver responsive, reliable solutions that enhance quality of life.

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Social Housing FAQs

What is Social Housing in the UK?

Social housing in the UK comprises affordable homes delivered by local councils or housing associations, created to assist individuals and families who may find it challenging to secure appropriate housing through the private rental market.

What property maintenance services does Concept provide for the Social Housing Sector?

Concept delivers specialist property maintenance services for the social housing sector such as: 

  • Responsive Repairs 
  • Building Compliance & Safety 
  • Planned Refurbishment 
  • Planned Maintenance 
  • Mechanical & Electrical (M&E) 
  • Decarbonisation Services  
  • Energy Efficiency Retrofit Solutions 
  • Kitchen Replacements 
  • Bathroom Replacements 
  • Fire Safety & Protection  
  • DDA adaptations  
  • Cladding Services 
  • Roofing Upgrades  

What’s the difference between private housing and social housing in the UK?

The primary distinctions between private housing and social housing relate to ownership, affordability and access criteria. Private housing is owned by individuals or companies and let at market rates. Conversely, social housing is administered by local councils or housing associations, providing more affordable rents that are usually below market value.

What is Concept’s approach to sustainability in social housing?

Concept assists housing providers and landlords with decarbonisation and retrofit services, helping achieve sustainability and Net Zero objectives. Our PAS 2035-compliant works encompass insulation, heating system upgrades, and other energy efficiency measures to reduce carbon emissions and lower energy costs for social housing residents.

How does Concept ensure compliance with building safety regulations?

Building compliance and safety are fundamental to our service delivery. We undertake fire, gas, and electrical safety works aligned with current regulations, helping housing providers and councils fulfil UK legal requirements. We also conduct planned compliance inspections and remedial works to maintain resident safety and ensure properties remain fully compliant.

How quickly does Concept respond to urgent repairs in social housing?

Prioritising residents has always been central to our work. Concept provides a dependable responsive repairs service, focusing on health, safety and security concerns. Our committed teams work diligently to deliver outstanding service ensuring residents receive prompt repairs, particularly in emergency circumstances.

What are landlords’ obligations to repair?

Landlords are legally obligated to maintain their properties in sound condition and ensure they remain safe for occupants. This encompasses maintaining the building’s structure, ensuring heating and hot water systems operate correctly, keeping electrical installations safe, and upholding fire safety standards. Critical repairs affecting health or safety must be addressed promptly. Failure to fulfil these responsibilities can result in enforcement action or legal consequences under UK housing legislation.

What is the UK’s Right to Repair?

The UK’s Right to Repair rules, implemented in 2021, are designed to make repairs more accessible for social housing residents. Residents can request essential repairs, such as heating, plumbing or security issues.

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