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Dewick O&M Manuals

The Hidden Cost of Doing O&M Manuals In-House

O&M Manuals are often an afterthought on construction projects, but for many contractors and project managers, they quickly become a source of last-minute stress. The temptation to handle them in-house

September 8, 2025

Dewick D&A Client Coordinator

Behind every smooth handover is a D&A Client Coordinator.

At Dewick & Associates, we pride ourselves in providing a high quality construction documentation service to our clients. Our inhouse Technical Writing team is at the heart of this documentation

September 1, 2025

Dewick Kitchen Exhaust Systems

Maintenance of Kitchen Exhaust Systems: Ensuring Fire Safety and Compliance

Kitchen exhaust systems are an essential part of any commercial kitchen, designed to ventilate heat, smoke, grease, and fumes from cooking equipment. These systems play a crucial role in ensuring

August 21, 2025

Dewick D&A New Team Member Spotlight: Dane Briffa Client Coordinator

New Team Member Spotlight: Dane Briffa – Supporting Clients Across SA, NT and WA

Since joining Dewick & Associates three months ago, Dane Briffa has quickly become a valuable part of our Client Coordinator team, supporting projects across South Australia, the Northern Territory, and

August 7, 2025

Dewick O&M Manuals

Do What You Do Best and Outsource the Rest – Why Outsource O&M Manuals

In construction, deadlines need to be met. Project managers juggle multiple builds, shifting deadlines, and countless stakeholders. And when the finish line is in sight, the pressure to complete handover

July 14, 2025

Dewick 2024/2025 In Review

2024/25 in Review: Progress, Projects and What’s Next

Looking Back, Moving Forward: A Year of Growth and Great Projects As the 2024/25 financial year wraps up, Dewick & Associates is taking a moment to reflect on a busy

July 7, 2025

Dewick Associates; Excellence in Construction Documentation

Delivering Excellence in Construction Documentation: Why Clients Choose Dewick & Associates

At Dewick & Associates, we aim to do more than just tick compliance boxes. We partner with our clients to deliver clear, accurate, and high-quality construction documentation that makes handover

July 2, 2025

Dewick Fire Protection Systems

Ensuring Fire Safety: The Importance of Maintaining Hydrants and Hose Reels

Maintaining Fire Hydrants and Hose Reels Wet fire safety systems play a critical role in the fire protection of buildings, ensuring rapid response to fire outbreaks and minimising damage. Proper

June 10, 2025

Dewick Supporting Subcontractors For A Seamless Handover

Supporting Subcontractors for a Seamless Handover

How Dewick & Associates’ Technical Team Ensures Compliance and Efficiency Managing handover documentation from subcontractors can be a time-consuming and complex task. Builders and developers face ongoing challenges in ensuring

April 4, 2025

Dewick Building Information Records

The Golden Thread: Ensuring Compliance, Safety & Long-Term Building Integrity

In the evolving landscape of UK building safety, the Golden Thread has become a critical requirement under the Building Safety Act 2022. This structured, digital record ensures that key building

April 1, 2025

Dewick Air Source Heat Pumps

Preventative Maintenance of Air Source Heat Pumps: A Global Standard Approach

Reverse Cycle Air Conditioning Systems or Air Source Heat Pumps (ASHPs), depending on where you live, are efficient and sustainable heating and cooling systems commonly used across residential, commercial, and

March 21, 2025

Dewick PV & Battery Storage

Preventative Maintenance of Photovoltaic (PV) Systems

Photovoltaic (PV) systems, offer renewable power by converting sunlight into electricity, reducing reliance on fossil fuels, and lowering energy costs. Systems generally comprise three main components: PV Panels (Solar Modules):

March 21, 2025

Dewick; High Quality Handover Documentation

High-Quality O&M Manuals and Handover Documentation: The Final Building Block

A builder’s reputation is built on more than just the quality of construction; it’s also about the attention to detail at the project’s handover. High-quality buildings deserve high-quality Operation and

March 21, 2025

Dewick Glazing Windows

Maintenance of Windows and Glazing: Standards and Best Practices

Windows and glazing are integral components of any building, contributing significantly to energy efficiency, security, aesthetics, and overall comfort. Proper maintenance ensures their longevity and functionality for several reasons. Energy

February 26, 2025

Dewick Rainwater Maintenance

Maintenance of Rainwater Recycling Systems in Buildings

Rainwater harvesting and reuse is the process of capturing and storing rainwater for non-potable purposes, such as irrigation, toilet flushing, and industrial use. The rainwater is collected from roofs, stored

February 2, 2025