Is passive house worth it?
With building regulations already so good at conserving energy, is…
Insulation & Airtightness
Understand why insulation and airtightness are crucial for comfort and efficiency, which materials suit different homes, and how to ensure correct installation.
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Should you invest in external wall insulation?
External wall insulation is a popular way to keep the…
Factsheet: The path to Net Zero homes in Ireland
Changes to how you design your new build, and to…
Dealing with damp
Good ventilation design is essential when dealing with damp; find…
Pros and cons of smart home systems
Are smart home systems worth the investment? We look at…
Floor finishes for underfloor heating
For those building new and renovating, what’s the best solution…
How much insulation is enough?
There’s a law of diminishing returns when it comes to…
Energy rating ignores previous work
My building energy rating doesn’t take into account previous work…
U-values explained
What are U-values, how are they calculated and why they…
Cost effective ways to insulate
A bungalow renovation project provides an example of cost effective…
BEAM: The Importance of MVHR Ducting and Commissioning
The BEAM guide to installing mechanical ventilation with heat recovery…
Is your home heat pump ready?
Discovering the perfect heat pump for your home will depend…
Insulating a 1970s bungalow
The pitfalls to insulating a 1970s bungalow, including where to…
Where does the airtightness membrane go?
Building with timber frame, where should the airtightness membrane go;…
Airtightness installation tips
You don’t have to spend a fortune to make your…
Stovax & Gazco: installing a stove in your home
New builds rarely have chimneys nowadays so what are your…
Passive house: how low should you go?
Why you need to go all in to reap the…
Floors with underfloor heating: watchpoints
Things to bear in mind when building your floors if…
Four steps to a warmer home
Upgrade your home to be more energy efficient and discover…
Are we over reliant on tech?
These days, we have become increasingly reliant on mechanised systems…
New build or Extending/Renovating?
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