CABE's Building Engineer Journal: Key Insights for Residential Surveyors.

The June 2025 issue of Building Engineer, the official journal of CABE, is now live and packed with content that matters to those of us working across the residential surveying sector. As part of our strong alliance with CABE, we’re always keen to share useful insights—and this edition offers several features likely to be of direct interest to RPSA members.

Leadership Spotlight: Zoe Cox

The issue includes a profile of Zoe Cox in her new role as President of the Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB). While we've already published a dedicated article celebrating Zoe's journey and impact, this deeper feature reflects on her strategic vision and the broader direction of the built environment sector. Her appointment signals significant shifts in sector priorities—a timely context for surveyors keen to stay ahead of broader industry developments.

Articles of Interest for Surveyors

Here are just a few stand-out topics RPSA members will find particularly relevant:

• Retrofitting for Energy Efficiency: Practical strategies and challenges, especially in older housing stock—ideal context for surveyors advising on upgrade potential.
• Digital Transformation in Construction: From BIM to AI diagnostics, this article explores the growing role of digital tools in building assessment and condition reporting.
• Building Safety and Regulatory Compliance: Updates on post-Grenfell responsibilities, duty holders, and compliance standards—critical for surveyors working with developers and landlords.
• Ventilation and Moisture Management: A technical deep dive into indoor air quality and condensation—core concerns in many Level 2 and Level 3 surveys.
• Fire Engineering Insights: The latest thinking on materials, compartmentation, and fire door performance—useful for defect diagnosis and risk reporting.
• Professional Practice: Articles on career development and interdisciplinary working, relevant for surveyors expanding their technical reach.

Why This Matters to RPSA Members

Building Engineer continues to be a valuable source of professional insight for those of us working at the front line of housing, condition assessment, and customer advice. It helps surveyors:

• Stay informed on building standards, retrofit policy, and materials science.
• Understand the broader regulatory landscape affecting our work.
• Explore interdisciplinary approaches to energy, safety, and innovation.

For RPSA members, particularly those involved in Level 3 surveys, snagging inspections, or retrofit advisory work, this issue highlights the increasing need for cross-disciplinary awareness in surveying practice. Understanding building services, compliance frameworks, and retrofit strategy is increasingly part of the modern surveyor’s toolkit. If you’re advising clients on building safety, energy performance, or renovation projects, the June issue offers valuable perspectives and technical updates to support your practice.

We encourage all RPSA members to take a few moments to read the June 2025 issue of Building Engineer and reflect on how these insights might inform your current work, whether you're reporting on retrofit potential, investigating moisture issues, or supporting clients through regulatory complexity.

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If any of the topics in this issue spark ideas for future RPSA blogs, CPD sessions, or member discussions, we’d love to hear from you.

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