by George Booth | Sep 29, 2023 | Last Articles
The UK’s Government Net Zero Agenda Press Release 20 September 2023 A change of pace, not direction What’s Happening? The purpose of this announcement is twofold: firstly, to reassure the public of the government’s unwavering commitment to achieving Net...
by George Booth | Sep 29, 2023 | Last Articles
A “U-value” is a measure of the rate of heat flow through an element. It is expressed in W/m2k, and shows the amount of heat lost in watts (W) per square metre of material (for example wall, roof, floor etc.) When the temperature (k) outside is at least one degree...
by George Booth | Sep 28, 2023 | Last Articles
Air tightness and ventilation play essential roles in preventing damp and mould in buildings by controlling moisture levels and air circulation. Here’s how they work together to address this issue: Air Tightness: Reduced Moisture Infiltration: An airtight...
by George Booth | Sep 28, 2023 | Last Articles
Part E of the Building Regulations in the United Kingdom addresses sound insulation and requires sound insulation testing for new residential and commercial buildings. Failing sound insulation testing can be attributed to several factors, including: Poor...
by George Booth | Sep 28, 2023 | Last Articles
Build Tight, Ventilate Right! Why is everyone banging on about Building Airtight Homes, but ensuring the Ventilation Strategy is compatible? Build tight, ventilate right is a fundamental principle in building design and construction that emphasizes creating a...