How Can Sustain Quality Help You Achieve A Net Zero Building?
Whether you’re in the commercial or residential sector, achieving a Net Zero building is a high priority for many within the built environment. According to the 2019 government legislation, embedding a ‘Net Zero 2050’ target for carbon dioxide emissions is a key aim, and one which paves the way for a cleaner, more sustainable future […]
Net Zero Carbon Buildings – The Commitment
The World Green Building Council (WorldGBC) has issued new findings reporting that the number of organisations committed to net-zero buildings has doubled in one year.
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 these developments, and they must pass certain criteria in order for Building Control to sign off on the development of any new residential property. Required […]
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 and what’s involved in the process, should your extension require one.
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 calculates typical annual energy costs for water heating, internal lighting and space, and a rating from 1-100+ is issued. In order for new dwellings to […]
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 purpose is to provide accurate and reliable assessments of dwelling energy performances that are needed to underpin energy and environmental policy initiatives.
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 built project on the specification of materials you need during the build. At the end of the build, Building Control […]
What’s Involved In A SAP Calculation?
When a client or their designer submits drawings, plans andspecifications of the development to a SAP assessor, a desktop exercise iscarried out-using specialist software. We recommend that the SAP calculation isundertaken early in the design process. This will prevent any re-designs, whichmay be costly. Usually, SAP calculations involve three main stages. This blog aims to […]
EPCs and SAP Calculations
EPCs (Energy Performance Certificates) and SAPs (Standard Assessment Procedures) work in conjunction for all new residential properties. The EPC uses the SAP rating to provide an energy performance scale. As Sustain Quality, we ensure that homes are built forwarmth and energy efficiency, using a detailed and strategic approach. Read on to find out how SAPs […]
Why Are SAP Calculations Important?
SAP calculations perform a vital role in the design of residentialdevelopments, conversions and some extensions in the UK and are essential forpassing Building Regulations. Aside from it being a legal requirement, however, this postaims to uncover further reasons why SAP calculations are so important. Read on to find out more…