Construction Commencement – Malvern Hills
Acorn Construction has been appointed to deliver the construction of this substantial residential conversion in the heart of Malvern. Construction has commenced with a carefully sequenced programme addressing the building’s complexity:
Phase 1 – External Envelope:
- Scaffold erection with road-side working protocols
- Slate roof repair and re-laying with counter-batten system
- Lead work to valleys and flashings
- Removal of redundant flues and soil pipes
- Stone repair by specialist masons
- Traditional brickwork repair using matching materials
- Installation of Crittall replacement windows
Phase 2 – Structure & Services:
- Steel frame erection for mezzanine floor
- Installation of air source heat pump condensers
- First-fix mechanical and electrical services
- Drainage modifications
Phase 3 – Thermal Envelope:
- Installation of Thermafleece insulation system above new ceiling level
- Thermafleece insulation to walls (excluding timber staircase niche which remains uninsulated by agreement with Building Control)
- Suspended ceiling construction maintaining ventilation to roof void above
The construction sequence prioritises weather-tightness before internal alterations, protecting historic fabric throughout the works..
