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Government Consultation: Part L and Part F – Changes to the Building Regulations

2nd October 2019|Comments Off on 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 [...]

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Your Essential Guide To SBEM Calculations

16th September 2019|Comments Off on 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 [...]

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How To Pass An SBEM Assessment

3rd September 2019|Comments Off on 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 [...]

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How Many People Are killed by Noise Abuse Every Year?

2nd September 2019|Comments Off on 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. […]

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How Are SBEM Calculations Made?

20th August 2019|Comments Off on 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?

7th August 2019|Comments Off on 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 [...]