by George Booth | Feb 26, 2024 | Regulation News
The government plans to replace the Standard Assessment Procedure (SAP) with a new Home Energy Model (HEM) as part of the upcoming Future Homes and Buildings Standards. This move aims to align the UK’s energy modelling standards with international best...
by George Booth | Dec 5, 2023 | Last Articles
Introduction: In the pursuit of constructing energy-efficient buildings, managing air permeability is a critical factor that often involves temporary sealing methods during the testing phase. However, the construction industry is not immune to common faults that can...
by George Booth | Oct 30, 2023 | Last Articles
The construction landscape in South Suffolk is continually evolving, with new buildings cropping up to meet the ever-growing housing demands. However, amidst these developments, ensuring that Sound Resistance Regulations are met is of paramount importance. Building...
by George Booth | Oct 28, 2023 | Last Articles
Sound Insulation Testing for New-Build and Conversion Residential Construction: What You Need to Know When it comes to new-build and conversion residential construction, ensuring the acoustic comfort of future occupants is crucial. In the UK, Part E of the Building...
by George Booth | Sep 29, 2023 | Last Articles
Solar Gain Coefficient (g-value) In the context of windows and glazing, the g-value, also known as the solar heat gain coefficient (SHGC), represents the fraction of solar radiation (both directly transmitted and absorbed and then reradiated) that enters a building...
