Residential Knowledge

Welcome to our residential knowledge base focused on UK housing compliance and delivering homes that meet Building Regulations first time. Here, you’ll find clear, practical guidance on Part L (SAP calculations and fabric performance), Part O overheating, Part F ventilation testing, and Part G water efficiency.
Whether you're working on a single dwelling, a housing development, or a complex conversion, our content is built around real project delivery. We explain how to achieve compliance efficiently from early design and planning through to airtightness testing and final sign-off—without unnecessary redesigns or hidden costs.
Stay up to date with the latest residential requirements, including Part L 2021, photographic evidence (BREL/BRUKL), and the forthcoming Future Homes Standard, with insights tailored specifically for architects, developers, and housebuilders.

Octopus Energy Zero Bills Certified Assessors Partner

Date: October 2025
Author: Tom Pope

The new standard for home, everywhere

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The Importance of Thermal Bridging (Psi-Values)

Date: September 2025
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

Date: September 2025
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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Energy Statements for Planning

Date: August 2025
Author: Tom Pope

Energy Statements are now a key document in many new build and conversion planning applications for both residential and commercial developments.

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