Trail Group Secures Refurbishment Contract with Russettings Care Home
Trail Group has been appointed to deliver a major refurbishment programme at Russettings Care Home in Balcombe, West Sussex, supporting the home’s ongoing investment in enhancing facilities for residents, visitors and staff. Russettings Care Home provides residential, nursing and dementia care in a purpose-built environment and is committed to delivering high-quality, person-centred care. The refurbishment […]
New Electrical Safety TSM Raises the Bar for Social Housing Compliance
By Jack Howland, Head of Trail Electrical The introduction of a new Electrical Safety Tenant Satisfaction Measure (TSM) marks another significant step in the evolution of social housing regulation. Housing providers are already operating within an increasingly demanding compliance environment, but the addition of electrical safety to the TSM framework reinforces an important message: electrical […]
The Shift Away from Waking Watch: Why Building Owners Need a Smarter Long-Term Fire Safety Strategy
In recent years, waking watch has played a vital role in protecting residents across residential buildings throughout the UK. Introduced as an interim fire safety measure, particularly in buildings affected by cladding concerns and wider fire risk issues, waking watch has provided reassurance, vigilance, and most importantly, protection for residents during a period of significant regulatory […]
Why Security is Essential for High-End Residential Apartments in Major Cities
By Danny Stock, Head of Trail Guarding, Trail Group In today’s urban landscape, high-end residential apartments are far more than simply places to live, they are private sanctuaries, major financial investments, and symbols of prestige. Whether in central London or other major UK cities, these premium developments are home to residents who expect exceptional standards […]
Demand Increases for Rapid Deployment Fire Alarm Systems to Provide Additional Protection for Residents
Government funding for waking watch services is being replaced with a £41m fund for rapid deployment fire alarm systems. Trail Fire & Security is seeing a rising demand for these services to support property managers and housing providers where a waking watch service is currently in place. This is needed for residential buildings which have […]
Voids are no longer a back-office function, they are a frontline safety issue
By Darren Vince, Head of Planned Maintenance, Trail Group A recent high-profile case in the sector has been a wake-up call across social housing. It involved a vulnerable family being moved from one damp and mould-affected home into another, exposing failings in how void properties are assessed, managed and handed over. For those of us working in […]
Trail Group Expands Planned Maintenance Division with Two Management Appointments
Fire safety, construction and maintenance specialist Trail Group has expanded its Planned Maintenance Division with the appointment of Alan Tunesi and Darren Vince as Senior Operations Managers. These new roles reflect Trail Group’s continued investment in its maintenance services which support estates and facilities managers, social landlords, building owners and organisations in both the public […]
Trail Group Secures £1m Fire Protection Contract for 5* Central London Hotel
Trail Group has been awarded a contract worth around £1m to deliver specialist passive fire protection works as part of a multi-million pound refurbishment and extension programme at a landmark five-star hotel in central London. We have been appointed as part of an extensive refurbishment of guest rooms and public areas, to upgrade the building’s […]
Delivering Building Safety in Practice: How Trail Group Supports the Sector
At this year’s CIH Housing event in Brighton, one session stood out for its honest and practical focus on what it really takes to deliver the Building Safety Act on the ground. Moving beyond policy and legislation, the discussion brought together sector leaders to share real experiences, the successes, the challenges, and the lessons learned so far. A clear theme emerged: […]
Dog Security for Construction Sites, Protecting Your Project 24/7
Dog Security for Construction Sites: Protecting Your Project 24/7 By Danny Stock, Head of Trail Guarding Construction sites are prime targets for theft, trespassing, and vandalism, particularly outside of working hours. With high-value equipment, materials, and multiple access points, securing your site isn’t optional, it’s essential. While CCTV and manned guarding are widely used, more […]