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In Part 2 of Episode 18, Andrew Pickard and Hannah Angus from Powerhaus Engineering share essential tips on optimizing home heating and cooling. They discuss sustainable design strategies, reducing fossil fuel reliance, and adapting to seasonal changes for a comfortable, efficient home.
00:00 – Introduction
00:20 – Essential Heating and Cooling Do’s and Don’ts
00:38 – How to Heat Your Home Sustainably in Winter
01:03 – Cooling Solutions to Keep Your Home Comfortable in Summer
02:02 – Building Homes with Resilience and Adaptability in Mind
02:19 – Air Quality and Building Resilience Against Bushfires
02:53 – Maximizing Energy Efficiency with Solar Power
04:35 – Why Air Tightness Matters for Home Efficiency
05:55 – Why Pre-Construction Collaboration is Key
06:06 – When Should You Engage an Energy Consultant?
06:24 – What to Expect from a Two-Stage Energy Rating Process
08:16 – Air Tightness Insights from On-Site Consultations
10:40 – Balancing Mental Health and Wellbeing in Construction
13:18 – Powerhaus Engineering’s Vision for Sustainable Living
14:22 – Empowering Homeowners and Industry Professionals
15:57 – Training with the Powerhaus App: Practical Insights
17:46 – The Role of Energy Assessors in High-Performance Builds
21:14 – Comfort Benefits of High-Performance, Energy-Efficient Homes
22:12 – Final Thoughts and How to Reach Us
By Build InsiteIn Part 2 of Episode 18, Andrew Pickard and Hannah Angus from Powerhaus Engineering share essential tips on optimizing home heating and cooling. They discuss sustainable design strategies, reducing fossil fuel reliance, and adapting to seasonal changes for a comfortable, efficient home.
00:00 – Introduction
00:20 – Essential Heating and Cooling Do’s and Don’ts
00:38 – How to Heat Your Home Sustainably in Winter
01:03 – Cooling Solutions to Keep Your Home Comfortable in Summer
02:02 – Building Homes with Resilience and Adaptability in Mind
02:19 – Air Quality and Building Resilience Against Bushfires
02:53 – Maximizing Energy Efficiency with Solar Power
04:35 – Why Air Tightness Matters for Home Efficiency
05:55 – Why Pre-Construction Collaboration is Key
06:06 – When Should You Engage an Energy Consultant?
06:24 – What to Expect from a Two-Stage Energy Rating Process
08:16 – Air Tightness Insights from On-Site Consultations
10:40 – Balancing Mental Health and Wellbeing in Construction
13:18 – Powerhaus Engineering’s Vision for Sustainable Living
14:22 – Empowering Homeowners and Industry Professionals
15:57 – Training with the Powerhaus App: Practical Insights
17:46 – The Role of Energy Assessors in High-Performance Builds
21:14 – Comfort Benefits of High-Performance, Energy-Efficient Homes
22:12 – Final Thoughts and How to Reach Us

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