ONLINE - Monday 24th November 1pm

Energy-saving improvements

'Big' insulation works
Glazing
Lighting systems and electrical appliances
High spec heating
Renewables: heat
Sustainable building materials
Lifestyle change
Recommended

Location

Three Ashes
Hereford
HR2 8LZ

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Annabelle and James took the plunge to build their own 2/3 bed eco home having reached retirement. Their dream was for a comfortable, adaptable house with low running costs to take them through old age.

Having heard about passive house principles at the NSBRC they decided that was the only route for them and were lucky enough to find a local builder who specialised in this type of build.

Once settled into their new home they set about renovating the adjacent old stone barn to Enerphit standards to host family visitors and provide some extra hobby room space.

Their talk will contrast the two types of eco-build and share their experience with the technology and running costs. There will be plenty of time for you to ask any questions you have at the end.

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Modifications:

Recycled newspaper insulation in I-beam construction, ASHP, MVHR, UFH, triple glazed, led lighting, all electric, diathonite insulation in stone barn (in progress).

Motivation to retrofit:

Personal comfort, sustainability and cost of running.

Approximate cost:

Still counting. Breakdown of some elements available.

Benefits:

Comfort, running cost.

Who did the work:

Mike Whitfield Construction - who is aiming to be at the open day for questions

Others: Gary Price (ground work), Geolec (electrics), Green Building Store (windows / doors), Alan Clarke (heating and ventilation consultant), Nick Grant (PH consultant),Charles Grylls (architect) and Ecological Building Systems

All recommended.

Next steps and considerations:

Shading - time to establish planting
PV and battery - budget
EV point - cost of EVs

Considered but rejected GSHP and renewables due to cost benefit, and water recycling due to cost.

ONLINE - Monday 24th November 1pm

Energy-saving improvements

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