Author: Tom Pope

Important Update: Future Homes Standard & Home Energy Model Timeline

Author: Tom Pope

Government has confirmed that the forth coming Future Homes Standard will initially use SAP 10.3 only, for the foreseeable future, for calculating compliance, with HEM becoming available as an approved methodology at a later date, as yet unconfirmed.

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Air Tightness Testing for Residential Buildings

Author: Tom Pope

A Complete Guide for UK Developers - Discover everything you need to know about air tightness testing for residential buildings in the UK. From Building Regulations compliance to testing procedures, costs, and common failures - expert guidance from Energy Report Limited.

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Improving the EPC Rating of a Non-Domestic Property

Author: Tom Pope

Key Considerations for Building Owners, Landlords, and Developers

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What Are SAP Calculations? A Clear Guide for Architects, Developers and Self Builders

Author: Tom Pope

If you’re planning a new build, extension, or residential conversion, understanding SAP calculations early can save time, cost, and compliance risk later in the project.

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BREEAM Version 7 is launching 27 January 2026

Author: Tom Pope

From 27 January 2026, BREEAM will introduce Version 7, marking one of the most significant updates to the UK’s leading sustainability assessment method in recent years.

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Over-Glazed Extensions and Part L Compliance

Author: Tom Pope

Large areas of glazing are one of the most desirable features in modern extensions. Many people are not aware there are requirements under Building Regulation Part L that set out the maximum allowable glazed area. Planning an extension with more than the 25% allowance, read on.

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Octopus Energy Zero Bills Certified Assessors Partner

Author: Tom Pope

The new standard for home, everywhere

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The Importance of Thermal Bridging (Psi-Values)

Author: Tom Pope

Thermal bridging sometimes called cold bridging occurs when heat escapes through weak points in a building’s insulation

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Part O – Overheating: What UK Developers Need to Know

Author: Tom Pope

Overheating in homes is no longer a future concern. With rising summer temperatures and increasingly airtight, well-insulated dwellings, the risk of overheating has become a major health and comfort issue.

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