Sustainable housing Sustainable housing has never been more important. The climate emergency, and the need for us all to cut our carbon emissions, has led to an increased interest in improving the energy efficiency of the nation’s leaky housing stock. But while there has been a gradual move towards more sustainable design, the format of…
Are you planning to extend, renovate or improve your home in the near future? There are plenty of things to do before starting your building project. The social distancing requirements of the current coronavirus situation probably mean that you have a bit more free time at home than you’re used to. Time is very precious.…
Natural stone – Why it’s a sustainable material Responsible materials selection is one of the most important steps in creating a sustainable home. However determining what materials are most sustainable when building or renovating your home can be a minefield. For centuries, natural stone has been a popular choice for use internally and externally in…
How to Build a Sustainable Home Part 1: Fabric Planning to create a sustainable house for your family to live in? Whether you’re building an energy efficient home from scratch, or carrying our eco-friendly renovations. You need to begin by considering the fabric of your building. The way your new or existing property is constructed…
Are wood burning stoves environmentally friendly? Are wood burners carbon neutral? Serious questions have recently been asked about the carbon footprint of wood burning stoves. In fact, it is one of the most frequent queries our heating advice team get. In this blog we’ll seek to clarify whether we think wood burning stoves are good…
Best Heating System for a New Build Determining what is the best heating system for a new build home can be a confusing and daunting process. For one thing, the choice of energy sources is wider than ever before. New build homes can now be heated using mains gas, oil, wood, LPG and electricity, as…
Heating System Replacement Advice CLPM provide heating system replacement advice for homeowners, property developers, small businesses, charities and community groups. Our heating system expert, Rob Bohm, has over 25 years’ experience in the heating and plumbing industry. He can help resolve all of your heating and hot water issues, however complicated. We pride ourselves on…
Heating and Insulation Advice for a Mosque CLPM don’t just provide heating and insulation advice for homeowners. We also give heating and insulation advice to small businesses, charities and community groups. Who we work with We have recently worked with an architectural designer. They were preparing plans to refurbish and extend a building which…
Sustainable Construction Consultancy CLPM provide sustainable construction consultancy for architects and homeowners across the UK. We have recently worked with a couple to help them determine the best approach for improving the insulation levels, and heating and ventilation systems for their home near Wokingham, in Berkshire. The project is a major one as they are…
This summer we’re enjoying a bit of a prolonged heatwave, and so it might seem odd for a company who are used to offering expert advice on insulation to be talking about how to keep your home cool. But the right insulation, correctly installed in the right places, can not only keep your home warm…