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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

Fieldway

Wigan Council – Fire Safety and Electrical Upgrade

Fieldway delivered a multi-disciplinary fire safety and electrical upgrade programme across seven high-rise blocks, improving safety, compliance and essential infrastructure…

Dudley Metropolitan Borough Council -Damp & Mould Remediation

Axis delivers damp and mould remediation for Dudley MBC across 21,000 homes, improving living conditions and achieving 100% compliance.

CLC employee scanning a wall for damp and mould

Riverside – Damp and Mould Remediation Programme

Axis CLC delivers a specialist damp and mould remediation programme for The Riverside Group in West Bromwich. The team provides…

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.

MHS – Roof Repairs and Maintenance Works

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.

Eastlight Community Homes – Solar Panels

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.

Notting Hill Genesis (NHG) – 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

A smiling male Axis technician in a black uniform stands next to a white service van with the side door open, revealing organized tools and a small stepladder inside. He is holding a tool bag and wearing a smart watch, highlighting professional responsive repairs service.

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

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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

28th October 2026

News

Axis CLC achieves Investors in People Gold accreditation

Axis CLC has achieved ‘We invest in people’ Gold accreditation from Investors in People

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27th October 2026

News

Creating a Safer Play Space at the Phoenix Community Centre, Portsmouth

Concept has delivered a community project at the Phoenix Community Centre in Hilsea, Portsmouth.

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23rd October 2026

News

Concept Site Manager Wins KBR Aspire Contractor Recognition Award for Safety First

Concept Site Manager Oliver Burnett has won a Contractor Recognition Award for KBR’s Safety First Value. He received the award at the KBR Aspire ADSL Contractors Conference on Friday 16 October 2026.

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20th October 2026

News

NHS Estates Safety Fund: A Guide for Estates Teams

The NHS Estates Safety Fund explained: what the £6.75bn pays for, how it reaches trusts, and how to deliver safety works without closing hospital wards.

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20th October 2026

News

HMNB Portsmouth Wardroom Building Electrical Rewire

Concept has secured a design and build contract with KBS Maritime to rewire the Wardroom Building at HMNB Portsmouth.

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14th October 2026

News

EPC C by 2030 for Social Housing: The New Standard

EPC C by 2030 is now confirmed for social housing. What the new MEES standard requires, the 2030 and 2039 dates, the £10k cap, and what to do now.

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14th October 2026

News

The Reformed Decent Homes Standard: A Guide for Landlords 

The reformed Decent Homes Standard is confirmed: five criteria, a new damp and mould duty, and a 2035 deadline. What social landlords should plan now.

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9th October 2026

News

Concept Team Restores Community Stage on Ascension Island

While working on Ascension Island, our team has looked for ways to give something back to the local community.

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6th October 2026

News

BS 8214:2026: What Changed in the Fire Door Standard 

BS 8214:2026 revises the fire door code of practice. What changed, why it now covers all materials, and how to update your fire door regime this year.

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6th October 2026

News

Fire Safety Duties For the Responsible Person

A plain-English guide to responsible person fire safety duties in 2026: who counts, what you must record and check, and what changed since 2021.

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2nd October 2026

News

Axis CLC publishes ESG Report 2025/26

Axis CLC has published its ESG Report 2025/26, bringing together our progress across environmental, social and governance priorities during the financial year.

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29th September 2026

News

Fire Station Decarbonisation: A Guide for Estates Teams 

Fire station decarbonisation without taking buildings out of service: what the 2026 funding and NFCC programme mean, and the practical steps to take now.

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25th September 2026

News

NHS Net Zero Building Standard: Deliverables

The NHS Net Zero Building Standard also governs upgrades to existing facilities. What it means for retrofit and major refurbishment, and what to do next.

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24th September 2026

News

New Concept Education Brochure

Concept has launched a new brochure outlining its work across the education sector, covering schools, colleges, and universities nationwide.

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School building roof works illustrating a Condition Improvement Fund 2027-28 project

9th September 2026

News

Education Estates Condition Improvement Fund 2027-28: Readiness Guide 

The Education Estates Condition Improvement Fund 2027-28 round is likely the last in its current form. What it funds, who can apply, and how to be bid-ready before it opens.

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3rd September 2026

News

St Giles School in Retford Phase Three Expansion

Concept has been appointed by Equans to deliver phase three of works at the Retford Post 16 site over six weeks.

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24th August 2026

News

Concept Helps Fund New Livery for SERV Sussex Blood Bike

Concept has donated funds towards new livery for a SERV Sussex blood bike based in the Chichester area.

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19th August 2026

News

Trenchard Lines Junior Ranks Mess Refurbishment

A contract win for a full refurbishment of the Junior Ranks Mess at Trenchard Lines in Wiltshire.

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NHS hospital corridor with fire door, illustrating the HTM 05-01 update to healthcare fire safety

17th August 2026

News

HTM 05-01 Update: New NHS Fire Safety Guidelines

The HTM 05-01 update brings the Building Safety Act, redrawn fire safety roles and primary and secondary FRAs into NHS estates. Here is what to do next.

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10th August 2026

News

Awaab’s Law Phase 2: Landlord & Contractor Guide

Awaab’s Law Phase 2 starts 30 November 2026. What it means for social landlords and their maintenance contractors, the timescales, and how to prepare together.

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Hotel & Leisure

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Social Housing

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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.

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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