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What is a U-value? A U-value measures the rate of heat transfer through a specific section of construction, (Floors, Walls, Roofs, Doors, Windows, Roof-lights) taking into account all mechanisms under standard conditions. Essentially, it measures how well or poorly a component transmits heat from the inside to the outside, with a lower U-value indicating better insulation.How is
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Acoustic Design – Best Practice Achieving Part E compliance can often be one of the most concerning areas of the building regulations. There are 3 main principles for good acoustic design which should be followed: 1. MassMass is needed to absorb the vibrations in which sound makes. The denser the materials are, the more sound they can absorb. 2.
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Introduced in June 2022, the new approved document Part O has become a fundamental part of the Building Regulations for new domestic properties. There are 2 ways to meet compliance:Simplified methodTM59 Dynamic Thermal ModellingA TM59 calculation is generally carried out when compliance cannot be met via the simplified method. It is a much more detailed calculation
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The Approved Document Part L for Wales is set to be updated this month. This comes after the updated Approved Document Part L for England came into force in June 2022. When?The Approved Document Part L for Wales is set to come into force in November 2022. Any project registered with building control from 23rd November onwards will be assessed
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The answer is yes – but it is becoming more difficult!This has been a pertinent question, ever since the government announced its intentions to eventually phase out gas boilers.Whilst the new Part L Regulations do not rule out gas boilers, the notional model within SAP will apply a significant Solar PV system & waste water heat recovery system when a
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