Building Research Establishment Ltd

CONSERVATION CONSULTANCY: Effective building conservation needs to extend the life of a structure without compromising its special character. BRE’s considerable knowledge of repair, refurbishment and maintenance of historic buildings and structures has helped preserve and protect some of the best-known heritage buildings in the country. With a core of experts specialising in engineering, architecture, surveying, geology, material science and archaeology, BRE provides a multi-disciplinary conservation consultancy service that appreciates the historical value of a building and its environment. The company’s work is supported by the other 400-plus construction specialists at BRE and by a range of UKAS accredited analytical and test facilities