Should I use my heat pump to dry out the house?
Mould has starting appearing on fresh plaster; is it a…
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Energy rating ignores previous work
My building energy rating doesn’t take into account previous work…
Heating options for renovations
What are your heating option if you’re renovating or extending…
U-values explained
What are U-values, how are they calculated and why they…
Why Irish homes are overheating
Chances are if you’ve built new, your house can become…
BEAM: The Importance of MVHR Ducting and Commissioning
The BEAM guide to installing mechanical ventilation with heat recovery…
Are batteries worth it?
In this opinion piece, energy consultant Patrick Waterfield asks: are…
How much do solar PV panels cost?
In our guide to solar panels, we look at how…
How much will a heat pump cost you?
It’s become the must-have piece of kit when it comes…
BEAM: Meeting Building Control Ventilation Requirements for New Build Homes
The BEAM guide to energy efficient ventilation in dwellings, including…
Are heat pumps worth it?
If you’re building a new house in Ireland, you’re likely…
Is green building worth it?
Fancy heating and ventilation systems are all the rage, but…
Is your home heat pump ready?
Discovering the perfect heat pump for your home will depend…
The downsides to underfloor heating
There are many advantages to go with heating your home…
Grants in Ireland
A list of grants available for self-builders and home improvers…
Are heat pumps overkill for retrofits?
Heat pumps, which create on average four units of heat…
BEAM: Your guide to energy efficient ventilation
The BEAM guide to energy efficient ventilation in dwellings, including…
Beam releases new product ideal for self-builds, extensions & renovations
Decentralised Mechanical Extract Ventilation (dMEV) fan is an ultra quiet…
Heat Pumps in Munster
A heat pump can generate space heating, hot water, and…
Heat pump downsides
Heat pumps are hailed as the next big thing to…
New build or Extending/Renovating?
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