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The Environmental Agency (EA) has changed the rules with regards to the disposal of potentially hazardous wood. From 1st September 2023 any wood deemed potentially hazardous must now be treated as hazardous waste. This mainly concerns timber from buildings built pre-2007, which in our experience covers the majority of buildings undergoing refurbishment or demolition projects. […]

September 2023, and what should be a positive start to a new school year has seen news headlines dominated by RAAC – The Concrete Crisis.  FPM is all about solutions and we wanted to share our thoughts on how those in charge of public buildings can address this issue. A bit of background RAAC, which […]

As an ambitious construction company, staying on top of the latest technology is crucial for First Project Maintenance’s continued success. Our project portfolio is expanding, and we have enjoyed our highest turnover year to date. The growth in project sizes and budgets means that the pressures of managing the day-to-day operations have also increased. We […]

FPM Group  is enjoying its most successful trading year to-date and the achievements don’t stop there. The organisation has recently passed the rigorous ISO audit process and been awarded ISO9001:2015 certification and ISO14001:2015 certification. Robert Villette, Managing Director at FPM Group says, “I am very proud of how the company has grown since its inception […]

Taking advantage of efficient office lighting, can allow employees to be more productive and creates a heathier option than sitting in the dark. FPM has created a top tips checklist to improve office lighting. 1. Use LED lighting where possible LED Lights are long lasting and have a rated life of up to 50,000 hours […]

Robert Villette, Managing Director of the FPM Group, has been awarded the Paul Harris Award by the Rotary Club of Coventry in recognition of his outstanding contribution to the community, going above and beyond what would normally be expected as a member of the Rotary Club. Rotary was started in the US in 1905 from […]

We are continually looking for ways to use the latest technology to improve how the business operates. Our latest investment is a drone, to assist with building surveys as well as capturing videos of completed projects to enhance the material for our project portfolios. To ensure that the drone is operated safely and in accordance […]

Working from home looks to become the new normal as the challenges of 2020 have forced businesses to adopt more flexible working practices. Research carried out by the comparison site, Finder.com, found that 60% of the UK’s workforce are currently working from home and that 26% of us plan to continue to work from home […]

Typical mistakes to avoid when refurbishing your office space and choosing a contractor 1)  Price – Don’t go for the cheapest quote. A lot of people do and regret it. Always get at least three quotes. Depending upon value, you may need to get more. When the prices are returned, always check: a) The wording […]

The FPM Group  recently donated £400 towards Atrium Health, a specialist rehabilitation centre in Coventry for cardiac health issues. This cause is important to our managing director Robert Villette, who uses their facilities as part of his recovery from a previous health scare. The Atrium relies on public donations to help fund equipment and treatments. […]