Insulation vs air tightness: which is more important?
The controversial Insulate Britain protests have grabbed headlines in the UK for some months. And while many understandably take issue...
SAP & Air Tightness Energy Savings In Naturally-Ventilated Dwellings
We discuss the Government's response to the Future Homes Standards Consultation (Questions 48 & 49). The Government's response to the...
Controlled vs uncontrolled air flow in the age of Covid-19
Throughout the Covid-19 pandemic, ventilation has become a primary tool in the fight against the virus's spread. Living in a...
“Pulse” Air Tightness Test Approved for UK Buildings | ATT
The UK Government has rubber-stamped the use of an alternative air tightness testing method, known as the 'Pulse' test. Now...
How Biden may positively impact global building energy efficiency standards
The new US President, Joe Biden, is rejoining the 2015 Paris Climate Accord four years after Donald Trump pulled the...
Proposed changes to Building Regulations: will they improve energy efficiency?
Proposed changes to Building Regulations: will they improve energy efficiency? Proposed changes to Part L of the Building Regulations for...
NI college building harnesses leading-edge air tightness technology
NI college building harnesses leading-edge air tightness technology A new low-energy education building for Northern Ireland's South West College is...
Air tightness key to meeting CO2 targets: BRE director
If the UK is to meet ambitious CO2 targets by 2050, "world leading standards" must be adhered to by developers...
The Importance of Air Tightness Testing in Modular Homes
Modular homes remain something of a novelty in the UK, but as the government and private sector look for ways...
Ventilation: The Other Side of Air Permeability Testing
As a leading UK air tightness testing firm, we understand the importance of delivering truly energy efficient homes. Minimising air...
