Join us on this episode of the Build Insite Podcast as Andrew Pickard and Hannah Angus, co-founders of Powerhaus Engineering, share about optimizing buildings for energy efficiency. They discuss insights on high-performance techniques, compliance challenges, and their innovative Powerhaus app, covering net-zero energy, effective heating and cooling, and solar strategies. If you are a homeowner and a pro in the industry, this episode could be just right for you!
 
00:00 Welcome and Introduction to the Episode
00:23 Powerhaus Engineering: Mission and Core Services
01:57 How the Powerhaus App Empowers Homeowners
04:03 High-Performance Building: Essential Techniques
04:42 Navigating Compliance and Mastering Energy Ratings
07:30 What Does Net-Zero Energy Usage Really Mean?
13:33 Heating and Cooling: Expert Best Practices
18:44 Embracing All-Electric Homes and Solar Solutions
22:28 Designing Homes for Seasonal Resilience
23:00 Final Thoughts, Disclaimer, and Wrap-Up

Join us on this episode of the Build Insite Podcast as Andrew Pickard and Hannah Angus, co-founders of Powerhaus Engineering, share about optimizing buildings for energy efficiency. They discuss insights on high-performance techniques, compliance challenges, and their innovative Powerhaus app, covering net-zero energy, effective heating and cooling, and solar strategies. If you are a homeowner and a pro in the industry, this episode could be just right for you! 00:00 Welcome and Introduction to the Episode 00:23 Powerhaus Engineering: Mission and Core Services 01:57 How the Powerhaus App Empowers Homeowners 04:03 High-Performance Building: Essential Techniques 04:42 Navigating Compliance and Mastering Energy Ratings 07:30 What Does Net-Zero Energy Usage Really Mean? 13:33 Heating and Cooling: Expert Best Practices 18:44 Embracing All-Electric Homes and Solar Solutions 22:28 Designing Homes for Seasonal Resilience 23:00 Final Thoughts, Disclaimer, and Wrap-Up

Join us on this episode of the Build Insite Podcast as Andrew Pickard and Hannah Angus, co-founders of Powerhaus Engineering, share about optimizing buildings for energy efficiency. They discuss insights on high-performance techniques, compliance challenges, and their innovative Powerhaus app, covering net-zero energy, effective heating and cooling, and solar strategies. If you are a homeowner and a pro in the industry, this episode could be just right for you!
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00:00 Welcome and Introduction to the Episode
00:23 Powerhaus Engineering: Mission and Core Services
01:57 How the Powerhaus App Empowers Homeowners
04:03 High-Performance Building: Essential Techniques
04:42 Navigating Compliance and Mastering Energy Ratings
07:30 What Does Net-Zero Energy Usage Really Mean?
13:33 Heating and Cooling: Expert Best Practices
18:44 Embracing All-Electric Homes and Solar Solutions
22:28 Designing Homes for Seasonal Resilience
23:00 Final Thoughts, Disclaimer, and Wrap-Up

High-Performance Homes: Strategies and Solutions with Andrew Pickard and Hannah Angus - Part 1

Welcome to the Build Insite Podcast – back with Season 2 and a renewed mission to bring you raw, practical building insights from across Australia and beyond. Led by a passionate team of builders and industry professionals, we explore the latest in construction techniques, design innovation, and the tools shaping modern building. But this isn’t just a trade chat — it’s a space for real stories, sharp lessons, and conversations that go beyond the build. Beginning Season 2, we’re doubling down on what matters: Smarter, healthier homes Business strategies that support better living Technology and systems that future-proof your work The balance between building, business, and well-being From high-performance homes to behind-the-scenes of iconic builds, we’re spotlighting the people, ideas, and challenges driving the industry forward. Whether you’re just starting out or leading your crew, you’ll find something valuable here — every week. Let’s build better, together.

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Welcome to the Build Insite Podcast – back with Season 2 and a renewed mission to bring you raw, practical building insights from across Australia and beyond.Led by a passionate team of builders and industry professionals, we explore the latest in construction techniques, design innovation, and the tools shaping modern building. But this isn’t just a trade chat — it’s a space for real stories, sharp lessons, and conversations that go beyond the build.Beginning Season 2, we’re doubling down on what matters:Smarter, healthier homesBusiness strategies that support better livingTechnology and systems that future-proof your workThe balance between building, business, and well-beingFrom high-performance homes to behind-the-scenes of iconic builds, we’re spotlighting the people, ideas, and challenges driving the industry forward. Whether you’re just starting out or leading your crew, you’ll find something valuable here — every week.Let’s build better, together.

Welcome to the Build Insite Podcast – back with Season 2 and a renewed mission to bring you raw, practical building insights from across Australia and beyond. Led by a passionate team of builders and industry professionals, we explore the latest in construction techniques, design innovation, and the tools shaping modern building. But this isn’t just a trade chat — it’s a space for real stories, sharp lessons, and conversations that go beyond the build. Beginning Season 2, we’re doubling down on what matters: Smarter, healthier homes Business strategies that support better living Technology and systems that future-proof your work The balance between building, business, and well-being From high-performance homes to behind-the-scenes of iconic builds, we’re spotlighting the people, ideas, and challenges driving the industry forward. Whether you’re just starting out or leading your crew, you’ll find something valuable here — every week. Let’s build better, together.

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