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in Advice, Energy Efficiency, Airtightness & The Environment, Free Content, Renewables & Sustainability, Sponsored Content, Ventilation, Ventilation and heating systems: WatchpointsBEAM: Your guide to energy efficient ventilation
The BEAM guide to energy efficient ventilation in dwellings, including building regulation requirements and best practice advice. For many years, homes in Ireland and the UK have been ventilated via natural air infiltration. The result of this has been high energy consumption for space heating (which accounts for over 50 per cent of the energy […] More
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in Advice, Energy Efficiency, Airtightness & The Environment, First fix: Watchpoints, Free Content, Sponsored Content, Ventilation, Ventilation and heating systems: WatchpointsBEAM: What is Mechanical Ventilation with Heat Recovery (MVHR)?
Mechanical Ventilation with Heat Recovery (MVHR) is a whole-house ventilation system and is considered to be the most energy efficient method of ventilating an airtight home. Here BEAM Vacuum & Ventilation explains the ins and outs of MVHR. New build homes are now being built to be as airtight as possible. Increased insulation and double […] More
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in Advice, Energy Efficiency, Airtightness & The Environment, Free Content, Heat emitters, Heating systems, Sponsored ContentBassetts Heating Innovation Centre
When influencer Caroline O’Neill took on her self-build project, she knew she was going to need advice from a company she could trust for her heating, plumbing and bathroom needs. That’s why she sought the help of Bassetts Bathrooms, Heating & Renewables Northern Ireland. When building a house, it goes without saying that you have […] More
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in Building methods, Cost 200-300, Free Content, Leinster, New Build, Projects, Self-build Projects, Sponsored Content, Timber Frame, Two StoreyThe Avrame house
Jonathan Byrne of Co Longford chose an Avrame timber frame kit because it gave him cost certainty and a turnkey finish. Alan Rowan of TuffHouse Eco Build got a call one day from a prospective client, who’d gotten his contact details from a happy customer. “Jonathan came to me recommended from word of mouth,” says […] More
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A cost-effective energy solution for off-grid homes
Upgrade your home to B1 or more, for less than €12,000 through a mixed technology approach. Install a renewable ready gas boiler for an efficient and cost-effective solution with Calor Gas Ireland. As spring arrives many homeowners will be planning to make home improvements in the summer months. One of the most important parts of […] More
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Heat recovery: an efficient solution for healthy living
BPC Ventilation explains the benefits of installing heat recovery ventilation over standard extract fans. When building or renovating, it’s important to consider the best ways to use energy and ensure the wellbeing of the occupants. Insulating a home is an important first step, but it’s also essential to prevent heat loss through extractor fans and […] More
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in Advice, Energy Efficiency, Airtightness & The Environment, Free Content, Heat emitters, Heating systems, Sponsored Content, Ventilation and heating systems: WatchpointsFour steps to a warmer home
Upgrade your home to be more energy efficient and discover a new world of comfort, thanks to this simple guide from Pipelife Eco. Why should you invest in a home energy upgrade? Every home is different and has unique heating requirements. Often, a heating system upgrade comes about because of a breakdown or to upgrade […] More
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A modern and sustainable, self-build home in Co Offaly
Self-builder Katie Fanneran, a Paediatric Nurse from Co Offaly, chats through how she worked with Grant Engineering to transform her new build into a cosy, sustainable, dream home which perfectly fits the heating needs of her family. Katie worked with Grant to transform her home with a combination of the most innovative and reliable heating […] More
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Cash & Carry Kitchens
From the moment a customer walks into one of their showrooms across the country, Cash & Carry Kitchens are with them every step of the way to creating their dream kitchen, the heart of their home. They understand that it is only by listening, really listening, that perfect kitchens are made. Cash & Carry Kitchens […] More
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Get a second opinion
2020 Architects is now offering a Design Review service so you can access the insight, knowledge and creativity of an award winning architect… for just £149 For any project to succeed, it needs a well crafted plan. When self-building, the design of your home is the most important thing to get right. A […] More
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Self-build costs increase
Material prices alone, excluding windows and doors, are adding at least €12k to €17k to a direct labour self-build and about €30k to a contractor led build. A rise in shipping container costs, Brexit paperwork holding up shipment at ports, and a worldwide materials shortage have contributed to significant material prices increases that are hitting […] More
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Crafted Stone
Does your stonework need some TLC? Crafted Stone is here to repair, replace, or extend your stone walls and surrounds – all at an affordable price. Offering a one stop shop solution, Crafted Stone can repair or replace stonework on your existing home. Crafted Stone can also carry out structural work, including adding an extension […] More
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