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Nine homes in a Porirua suburb were recently renovated to achieve greater sustainability. Monitoring continues this year to measure the results but some useful tips have already come from the project.
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Retrofitting insulation
By Ann Galloway – 1 February 2015, Build 146
Making additions or alterations to an older home can provide an opportunity to improve its thermal performance. However, installing insulation to maximise the benefits is not always as straightforward as it might seem.
Thicker insulation changes roof designs
By Tom Edhouse – 1 August 2009, Build 113
Designers should be designing roofs with enough space between the roof underlay and top plate for the thicker ceiling insulation now commonly used. Here are some options to avoid getting caught short.
A bridge too far
By Trevor Pringle – 1 December 2018, Build 169, Feature article
Escaping heat follows the path of least resistance, flowing from warm areas to cold ones. Reducing the impact of potential thermal bridges in a building will help keep the warmth inside.
Updating BRANZ House insulation guide
By Jonquil Brooks – 1 April 2022, Build 189
BRANZ is currently updating the House insulation guide to align with the new requirements of the 5th edition of Building Code clause H1 Energy efficiency.
Steps to good insulation design
By Michael Camilleri – 1 April 2008, Build 105
When it comes to insulation, designers should think optimum rather than minimum and make key decisions early in the design process.
Thermal insulation
By Nigel Isaacs – 1 October 2007, Build 102
With electricity costs on the increase and air pollution a serious issue, thermal insulation has an essential role in keeping a building warm, dry and comfortable for its occupants while helping to preserve the environment.
Retrofitting insulation
By Alide Elkink – 1 December 2019, Build 175
Tricky access can be a problem when retrofitting insulation into an older home. However, as the push continues to insulate homes, we look at some of the options and things to consider.
Installing insulation correctly
By Des Molloy – 1 April 2003, Build 75
We insulate our houses to increase the indoor comfort levels. Yet insulation is often installed with little thought to how important it is to get it right.
Retrofitting insulation correctly
By Tony Conder – 1 October 2009, Build 114
Major projects retrofitting insulation in older uninsulated or poorly insulated homes are currently underway. To do this right, there are installation pitfalls that need to be avoided.
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