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Your Complete Guide to SAP Calculations

23rd June 2020|Comments Off on Your Complete Guide to SAP Calculations

Standard Assessment Procedures, or SAPs, are used to compile data for Energy Performance Certificates (EPCs), which are required for any new residential property. Specifically, SAP calculations help define the design process of [...]

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SAP Calculations For Extensions

23rd June 2020|Comments Off on SAP Calculations For Extensions

In some instances, an extension will require an SAP calculation. However, this won’t apply to all extensions. This post aims to highlight when your extension would need a SAP calculation [...]

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Top Tips For Passing A SAP Calculation

9th June 2020|Comments Off on Top Tips For Passing A SAP Calculation

A Standard Assessment Procedure, or ‘SAP’ as it is commonly referred to, is a UK government-recommended methodology for measuring the energy rating of a residential dwelling. Using advanced software, it [...]

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Changing focus: Introducing the new BREEAM In-Use International – Version 6

4th June 2020|Comments Off on Changing focus: Introducing the new BREEAM In-Use International – Version 6

  BREEAM is the world’s leading sustainability assessment method for buildings, infrastructure and communities. It has recently announced the launch of BREEAM In-Use International Version 6, an update to the original In-Use International method which [...]

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What Information Is Needed For A SAP Calculation?

19th May 2020|Comments Off on What Information Is Needed For A SAP Calculation?

Standard Assessment Procedure, or ‘SAP calculations’ as they are commonly referred, is the methodology used by the Government to assess and compare the energy and environmental performance of dwellings. Its [...]

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When Should a SAP Calculation Be Carried Out?

4th May 2020|Comments Off on When Should a SAP Calculation Be Carried Out?

SAP calculations should be thought about carefully throughout the entire process of the built project to ensure that your property meets building regulations. During design stage, the SAP calculation will advise decision makers in a [...]