5 Key Takeaways from Our Retrofit Surgery: Installation and Handover
In our final Retrofit Surgery, we dived into the key stages of Installation and Handover in the retrofit process.
5 Key Takeaways from Our Retrofit Surgery: Design & Ventilation
In our recent Retrofit Surgery, we explored the importance of design & ventilation in retrofit. We discussed the importance of understanding the building’s physical & structural aspects, the need for detailed planning & specification of proposed EEM, & the integral role of ventilation & thermal bridge modelling.
5 Key Takeaways from Our Retrofit Surgery: Retrofit Coordination
Last week, we hosted a successful Retrofit Surgery Lunch & Learn event, with 60 people attending to discover the latest best practices in Retrofit Coordination.
5 Key Takeaways from Our Retrofit Surgery: The Retrofit Assessment
Our first Retrofit Surgery on the Retrofit Assessment took place last week. The event sold out, with 55 of you coming to listen to VOR’s Pete Marsh and Jack Hannon from As-Built Testing talk about what to look for in a Retrofit Assessment.
Understanding Thermal Bridges
Most people in the construction world, both new build and retrofit, should be familiar with the concept of U-values. A U value defines the rate at which heat transmits through an element.
Essential Considerations for Whole-House Ventilation in Retrofit Projects
When undertaking energy-efficient retrofit projects, it’s crucial to consider whole-house ventilation to avoid moisture build-up and other problems.
The Truth About Heat Pumps
Decarbonisation of the grid has a huge part in helping us to achieve the emissions reduction targets we have set ourselves. In doing so, it means heating our homes using electricity becomes an even more appealing alternative vs older carbon-heavy heating systems such as Gas or Oil. The most efficient way to do this is via a heat pump.
To Comply Or Not To Comply?
At VOR, we wear many hats, working across the PAS 2035 process end-to-end; as assessors, coordinators, designers and also compliance auditors, reviewing delivery organisations processes and documentation, ensuring they meet best practice prior to commencement, and, for completed projects, reviewing the entire process and all the supporting documents to ensure compliance with PAS 2035.
Retrofit Surgeries
If you’re involved with PAS 2035 or work in retrofit as an assessor, coordinator, installer, or maybe work for a registered provider or a local authority delivering retrofit schemes, we’ve got some exciting news for you!
Retrofit Assessment Best Practice – Top 5
Are you planning a retrofit? It’s smart to save energy and improve your living environment, but getting the assessment right is crucial.
