SYMPTOMS IN YOUR HOME

DAMP PATCHES
Damp always has a source and rising damp is actually very rare. You may want to look at gutters, poor drainage, blocked vents or servies in the walls that could have leaks.

COLD ROOMS
If some of your rooms feel colder than others, you could be looking at your heatinsystem, insulation in the walls or drafts coming from windows or doors.

MOLD AREAS

COLD RADIATORS

DRAFTY AREAS

MUSTY SMELLS

LOFT OPENINGS

EnerPHit

EnerPHit is a certification standard developed by the Passive House Institute specifically for retrofit projects. It focuses on achieving the rigorous energy performance and comfort standards of the Passive House (Passivhaus) standard in existing buildings undergoing renovation or retrofitting.

EnerPHit certification recognizes that achieving the same performance standards in retrofit projects can be more challenging than in new construction due to existing structural and design limitations. Therefore, the EnerPHit standard provides slightly relaxed criteria compared to the original Passive House standard, allowing for more flexibility in retrofit scenarios while still ensuring significant energy savings and comfort improvements.

Key principles of EnerPHit include:

High Levels of Insulation: Retrofit projects typically involve adding insulation to improve thermal performance and reduce heat loss.
Airtight Construction: Ensuring airtightness is crucial for preventing drafts and reducing energy loss. Retrofit projects often involve sealing gaps and cracks in the building envelope.
High-Quality Windows and Doors: Upgrading windows and doors to high-performance, airtight models helps minimize heat loss and improve comfort.
Efficient Ventilation: Proper ventilation is essential for maintaining good indoor air quality while also recovering heat from outgoing air. Retrofit projects may involve installing heat recovery ventilation systems.
Energy-Efficient Heating and Cooling Systems: Upgrading heating and cooling systems to energy-efficient models helps reduce energy consumption while maintaining comfortable indoor temperatures.

Overall, EnerPHit certification provides a framework for achieving high-performance energy retrofits, ensuring that renovated buildings meet stringent energy efficiency and comfort standards.

Weatherisation measures protect you from the elements such as adding weather stripping around doors and windows, sealing gaps and cracks and installing storm windows and doors. These measures help to stop water ingress and reduce drafts to improve energy efficiency.

Ventilation becomes increasingly important as we make modifications to the home. As we seal and insulate we can trap air and moisture so a well integrated ventillation stratergy is required. We can also take this opportunity to improve indoor air quality by dictating teh air flow and encourageing contolled and healthy air exchange.