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How to reduce overheating at home!

Posted on June 25, 2025

Overheating is not a typical complaint from homeowners in Europe or the UK, but you need to know how to reduce overheating at home. It is a growing concern, that homeowners, councils, and government bodies should be taking seriously. In Manchester specifically, we typically experience only a few weeks each year when cooling is needed, compared to around six months of heating demand. It’s no wonder that many people are reluctant to invest in expensive cooling systems. However, managing heat intelligently can improve living conditions, support productivity, and reduce the...

PHPP vs. SAP: The Path to Low Energy Excellence

Posted on May 24, 2025

by Russell Selby

When it comes to assessing the energy efficiency of homes in the UK, two primary methodologies are often discussed, PHPP vs. SAP. the Standard Assessment Procedure (SAP) and the Passivhaus Planning Package (PHPP). While both aim to evaluate a building's energy performance, they differ significantly in their approaches, applications, and outcomes. SAP: A low Bar for Energy Efficiency SAP is the UK government's approved method for assessing and comparing the energy and environmental performance of dwellings. It is based on the mathematical model BREDEM (Building Research Establishment Domestic Energy Model). It is...

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Concrete Slab with Underfloor Heating: The Smart Way to Build Warm, Efficient Floors

Posted on May 12, 2025

by Russell Selby

As suspended timber ground floors become less popular amongst new build construction firms. Block and beam and insulated concrete slab are becoming the staple. When insulation is a priority, a slab is the optimum and is easily paired with underfloor heating (UFH) Concrete Slab or Suspended Floor? Choosing the Right Foundation for UFH Recently, a client approached Resolve regarding the replacement of his suspended ground floor with a concrete slab. Personally, I am an advocate for suspended floors, primarily because I consider upgrading or retrofitting them to be a more sustainable and DIY-friendly...

The Hidden Weak Spot in Your Renovation – Insulating window reveals

Posted on April 17, 2025

by Russell Selby

There’s a critical detail that often slips our mind, and that’s the junctions in particular insulating window reveals. When it comes to upgrading a home’s energy performance, most people focus on the big stuff – new windows, fresh insulation, maybe new appliances. Job done, right? Not quite.Whether it’s where the wall meets the roof, the floor, or as we’re focusing on in this short blog, where the wall meets the window. These are the spots where performance can quietly unravel if they’re not treated with care. Types of heat loss Heat loss...

Double vs. Triple Glazing: A Financial Comparison Over 25 Years

Posted on April 2, 2025

by Russell Selby

When upgrading their home, homeowners often face a crucial decision regarding windows. Many will remember the rise of double-glazing windows in the 1990s and 2000s. Now, however, we are presented with a new option: double glazing or triple glazing? While triple glazing is widely considered a premium upgrade, it remains relatively uncommon. But is it worth the additional cost? Should more people be considering it? In this article, we compare the differences between double and triple glazing and conduct a financial assessment over a 25-year period to determine which option...