Incommunities set to splash £120 million on improving homes

The Shipley-based firm is set to deliver the works to homes across the region in the next five years.

The housing improvement projects that are to begin shortly include kitchen and bathroom replacements, heating upgrades, re-wiring and also work to improve the fabric of the building including new windows, doors and roofs.

Incommunities will be working with key partners IAG Mechanical Ltd, Wates Property Services and EQUAN Regeneration on the projects.

These suppliers will be looking to recruit 24 apprentices between them and deliver 50 school events to strengthen pathways for school leavers into construction. 

In addition, 12 work placements will be offered to support customers to get into work and the aim is for seven new permanent jobs to be created within the Bradford district.

Graeme Scott, of Incommunities (Image: UGC)

Graeme Scott, executive director of development at Incommunities, said: “We’re delighted to be working with Wates, Equans and IAG Regeneration on these vital projects to improve homes for our customers.

"These contracts are key to enabling us to deliver on our two-year plan and provide homes and communities that customers are proud to live in. 

“Social value is one of our core strategic priorities and is at the heart of everything we do at Incommunities - making a difference to people’s lives across Yorkshire.”

Adam Cheshire, of IAG Mechanical Ltd, added: “We are really proud to be part of such a great project and we are fully committed to supporting Incommunties with delivery across the Bradford district.

"As a Bradford-based company, we are passionate about investing in our local community and providing opportunities for the people of Bradford.”

Paul Taylor, of Wates, said: “Our partnership with Incommunities is an amazing opportunity for us to showcase the quality works we provide to improve and maintain residents’ homes. 

“Supporting the growth and development of communities through working with local businesses, schools and colleges are at the heart of everything we do.”  

Sean Corcoran, regional director at Equans, said: “We’re really proud to have been chosen by Incommunities to help make their homes warmer and more modern.

“Leaving a lasting legacy and a positive social impact in the local community is at the core of what we do, so we’re looking forward to supporting the next generation of construction talent as part of our work on this programme.”