What is a retrofit assessor ? Retrofitting is essentially the process of making an existing building more energy-efficient and eco-friendly. It involves upgrading the fabric of a building and its energy systems. This could include elements such as insulation, heating, and lighting, to reduce carbon emissions and improve sustainability. So, if If you are looking…
Principal Designer Roles Explained The Building Safety Act 2022 (BSA) changes have been applicable since 1 October 2023. It is fair to say they have thrown up a lot of confusion. CLPM have a dedicated Consultant to focus on this, here are our findings. We have briefly outlined the difference between a CDM Principal…
Retrofit Terminology and PAS2035 Explained. Retrofitting is the process of making an existing building more energy-efficient and eco-friendly. It involves upgrading the fabric of a building and its energy systems. This could include elements such as insulation, heating, and lighting, to reduce carbon emissions and improve sustainability. When researching retrofitting and deciding what options…
What is Retrofitting? Retrofitting is essentially the process of making an existing building more energy-efficient and eco-friendly. It involves upgrading the fabric of a building and its energy systems. This could include elements such as insulation, heating, and lighting, to reduce carbon emissions and improve sustainability. CLPM have produced this short blog to outline…
Building a Self Build Home The team here at CLPM have produced a 12 Step Guide to building a Self-Build home. This will give you a snapshot of some of the points involved at each stage. It is by no means all you will have to think about. But it will give you an…
CLPM look at the Benefits of building a Self Build Home. When you build your own home, you are starting with a blank canvas. You can create and design a floor plan to suit your needs. Along with fixtures and fittings to match your tastes and budget. You can also incorporate additional green features,…
How to look after your home in cold weather! Taking care of your home during cold weather is very important to ensure its safety, efficiency, and comfort. Prolonged periods of cold freezing weather can cause damage, so it is a good idea to mitigate potential problems where you can. Here we look at what…
How to check your boiler is working! During the cold snaps, it is always a big problem if you wake up one morning and your heating hasn’t come on! Do you know how to check your boiler is working properly? The average life of a boiler depends on the boiler mode. Generally, it should last…
How to check your home’s insulation. Checking home insulation is an important step in maintaining energy efficiency. A poorly insulated home can lead to higher energy bills but also to health problems. Our Heating Consultants have produced this handy guide to find out if you have sufficient home insulation. A report in the Guardian by…
How to bleed your radiators! The Heating and Energy team often receive calls from clients who have cold rooms, or inconsistent heat. One reason may be that the radiators need some attention. The team here have noted down the simple steps, if you feel confident, on how to bleed your radiators! Bleeding your radiators…