House Planning Help Podcast

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House Planning Help Podcast episodes

October 23, 2024 HPH363: Is it worth getting an asbestos survey for an existing home?
Greg Byrne from RB Asbestos Consultants explains what asbestos is, why it was used so widely in construction, its potential impact on health, and how you go about identifying and removing asbestos products.

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49 min
October 09, 2024 HPH362: An easier way to build a certified Passivhaus – with Clare and Ross Booth
Clare and Ross Booth from Coldwells Build share details of their prefabricated, turnkey Passivhaus designs that aim to simplify the delivery of high performance homes in Scotland.

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35 min
September 26, 2024 HPH361: What's the difference between a renovation and a retrofit?
Paul Testa from HEM Architects explains the difference between renovation and retrofit, using his own home as an example of a deep retrofit.

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45 min
September 25, 2024 HPH361: What's the difference between a renovation and a retrofit?
Paul Testa from HEM Architects explains the difference between renovation and retrofit, using his own home as an example of a deep retrofit.

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45 min
September 11, 2024 HPH360: Why MVHR maintenance and servicing is important – with Richard Hollas
Richard Hollas from 21 Degrees explains why regular MVHR maintenance and servicing is essential, what it entails, and we accompany him step-by-step as he services a unit.

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36 min
August 28, 2024 HPH359: External shading solutions – with Paul Morris
Paul Morris from Solar-Shield explains how external shading can help control solar gains and reduce internal temperatures, keeping your home cool as temperatures rise.

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35 min
August 14, 2024 HPH358: Getting the right mortgage for a house build project – with Tom McSherry
Tom McSherry from BuildStore explains the importance of cashflow when it comes to building a house and why a big part of selecting the right mortgage product is about planning your project around your budget and making sure you have accurate costings.

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43 min
July 31, 2024 HPH357: Beginner's guide to eco renovation – with Judith Leary-Joyce
Judith Leary-Joyce shares her experience of retrofitting a Victorian end-terrace house to reduce energy consumption, make it more healthy and comfortable, and leave a sustainable legacy for future generations.

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51 min
July 17, 2024 HPH356: What is Passivhaus certification? – with Kym Mead
Kym Mead from Mead Consulting explains what Passivhaus certification is, how the process works and why there is a difference between certified Passivhaus buildings and those that just adopt a 'Passivhaus principles' approach.

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36 min
July 03, 2024 HPH355: The Story of Upfront Carbon - with Lloyd Alter
Lloyd Alter explains the term upfront carbon, its relevance to us all as consumers, and why he felt compelled to write a book on the topic.

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50 min