Government Consultation: Part L and Part F – Changes to the Building Regulations
We have prepared a summary of the Main Changes Proposed to the Future Homes Standard (click here). The expected changes to the Building Regulations are starting with Part L for new homes, including changes to Part F (ventilation), its associated Approved Documents Guidance, airtightness and with improving as-built performance of the new homes. The Future […]
Your Essential Guide To SBEM Calculations
A high priority within the building industry is to find waysto create greener, more sustainable developments. As a result, energyefficiency is a high priority in the UK. Energy assessments are carried out to ensure that newbuildings are: Well insulated Well ventilated Efficiently heated, cooled and lit Sustainable
How To Pass An SBEM Assessment
When we complete an SBEM calculation we provide an EnergyPerformance Certificate (EPC) to demonstrate compliance. There are several criterions for Part L2A of the UK’sCommercial Building Regulations in order to pass an SBEM calculation which wewill explore now. It’s important to note that this is not a one-size-fits-allapproach, but there are key areas that can […]
How Many People Are killed by Noise Abuse Every Year?
Research shows that loud sound can have a significant impact on human health, as well as doing devastating damage to ecosystems.
How Are SBEM Calculations Made?
A Simplified Building Energy Model (SBEM) calculation must be completed to prove a new commercial building is compliant with Part L Building Regulations.
What Buildings Require An SBEM Calculation?
Every new building with a heating system will need to be assessed to check energy efficiency against current Government emission targets. If you’re building a dwelling, such as houses or apartment blocks, it needs its own SAP calculation, whereas any building that isn’t a dwelling will require an SBEM calculation. In simple terms, an SBEM […]
Why Are SBEM Calculations Important?
The standards for energy efficiency are becomingincreasingly rigorous, posing challenges for developers and property builders. All new properties should comply with Part L2A of theBuilding Regulations in England and Wales and should be taken into considerationat design stage. A SBEM (Simplified Building Energy Model) is a computer program that provides a detailed analysis of a […]
Why Construction Needs to Be Digital, Smart and Sustainable?
We need to change the way we construct our homes and buildings. They need to be designed with people in mind; helping us get more out of our built environment. What are the current problems we’re facing? Why is this so important? How can we get where we need to be? Here’s a closer look […]
How Much Do SBEM Calculations Cost?
When it comes to SBEM calculations, we get a lot of enquiries as to how much they cost. As you might have guessed, this figure will vary depending on the type of project and the individual requirements of the project. The purpose of this article is to give you a general idea ofcost to help […]
What Are SBEM Calculations?
Thebuilding industry is continually looking for ways to create greener, moresustainable developments. As a result, energy efficiency is a high priority inthe UK. SustainQuality provide assessments to ensure new commercial buildings are: Well insulated Well ventilated Efficiently heated, cooled and lit Sustainable Today we will be focussing on SBEM calculations for commercial buildings and why […]