Our PRC homes licensed repair schemes provide specialist assessment, design and delivery of approved structural repair solutions for non-traditional properties constructed using Precast Reinforced Concrete (PRC) systems. These homes, typically built between the 1940s and 1970s, require licensed and technically robust repair schemes to address inherent structural defects and extend their service life.
We support councils, housing associations and private landlords by delivering compliant, evidence-based PRC repair solutions that enable homes to remain safe, mortgageable and fit for continued occupation.
What Are PRC Homes?
PRC homes were constructed using reinforced concrete frames or panels, often with defective or non-durable materials that can deteriorate over time. Common PRC house types include:
Airey
Cornish Unit
Wimpey No-Fines
Tarran
Unity
Reema
Many PRC systems were later designated as defective under the Housing Defects Act, requiring licensed repair schemes to restore structural integrity and long-term durability.
Licensed Repair Schemes for PRC Properties
A licensed PRC repair scheme is a formally approved method of structural remediation designed to address the inherent defects within a specific PRC house type. These schemes typically involve:
- Replacement or strengthening of defective structural elements
- Removal or isolation of deteriorating concrete components
- Installation of new structural frames or load-bearing systems
- Upgrading of building fabric to modern standards
Licensed repair schemes are essential where properties are to remain in use, transferred, mortgaged or included within long-term asset strategies.
Our PRC Repair Scheme Service
We provide end-to-end support for PRC homes licensed repair schemes, including:
Assessment and Diagnosis
Detailed structural surveys and defect investigations to confirm PRC type, assess condition and identify the most appropriate licensed repair solution.
Scheme Selection and Feasibility
Review of available licensed repair options, including cost, programme, disruption, compliance and long-term performance, aligned with your asset management objectives.
Design and Technical Support
Structural design, specifications, drawings and technical reporting required to implement licensed repair schemes safely and compliantly.
Certification and Compliance
Support with documentation and certification to demonstrate that repairs meet licensed scheme requirements, enabling improved mortgageability and regulatory confidence.
Benefits of PRC Licensed Repair Schemes
- Restore structural safety and durability
- Extend the usable life of non-traditional housing stock
- Improve mortgageability and asset value
- Support compliance with housing quality standards
- Enable informed decisions on retention, refurbishment or disposal
Licensed repair schemes provide a clear route for landlords to retain PRC housing safely and sustainably, where replacement or redevelopment may not be viable.
Reporting and Deliverables
Our service delivers clear, auditable outputs, including:
- Structural assessment and PRC identification reports
- Options appraisal of licensed repair solutions
- Design calculations and drawings
- Compliance and certification support documentation
- Reports suitable for boards, regulators, funders and valuers
All reports are written in plain English, linking technical findings directly to strategic decision-making.
Why Work With Us?
We have extensive experience working with PRC and non-traditional housing, including involvement in the development and application of licensed repair schemes. Our advice is independent, technically robust and grounded in a deep understanding of social housing asset management and regulation.
We help landlords make confident, defensible decisions about the future of PRC homes—balancing safety, cost, compliance and long-term sustainability.