Local Authority Building Control (LABC)

Local Authority Building Control (LABC) (opens new window) is an organisation that supports local authority building control teams. They offer expert impartial advice on all types of developments.

They offer a range of services for the construction industry through the LABC Consult (opens new window) website, including

• warranty provision for new homes and commercial buildings
• acoustic testing, noise and vibration reports
• air pressure testing
• fire engineering and fire risk assessments
• SBEM calculations

They also offer comprehensive advice to homeowners (opens new window) who are planning a building project, including

• a guide to building regulations
• if the work requires a building regulation application
• how to avoid cowboy builders