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SAP Calculations for New Builds Explained

SAP Calculations for New Builds are a mandatory energy assessment used across the UK to measure how energy-efficient a newly constructed property will be. SAP stands for Standard Assessment Procedure and is the government-approved methodology for evaluating a building’s carbon emissions, predicted running costs and overall energy efficiency rating. For developers, architects, and builders, SAP…

Air Pressure Testing Guide

The ultimate guide to Air Tightness Testing

Transcript The Ultimate Guide to Air Tightness Testing What is it? Air tightness testing is the recognised method used to measure the total air lost through leaks in the building. How to pass? To pass an air tightness test, a property needs an air permeability rating lower than 10m3/h/m2. Who needs it? All new build or…

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Britain’s Best Sustainable Buildings

We have entered a new age, one where we expect our buildings to deliver far more than just a place to live or work. We want buildings that inspire us but at the same time help the environment. Sustainability is about: “Understanding how to meet the needs of the present without compromising the needs of…