WHAT IS RETROFITING?
Retrofitting involves the process of installing modern systems that are specifically designed to improve energy efficiency and decrease energy consumption in buildings that were originally constructed without them.
THE IMPORTANCE OF RETROFIT
Retrofit work holds significant importance in the modern day. Through retrofit work, we can reduce carbon emissions, advance sustainable practices and play a vital role towards energy efficiency goals.
Energy efficiency in existing buildings is one key aspect of retrofitting. Assisted by our survey data, informed decisions can be made that enhance insulation, heating and lighting. This can lead to a decrease in emissions and increase sustainability.
Recent government schemes, like the Social Housing Decarbonisation Fund (SHDF), have played a pivotal role in the regeneration of residential properties. Through Wave 1, 2.1 and 2.2, over £1 billion worth of funding was released. Wave 2.1 is set to be complete by 2025 and will make a significant positive change in the social housing sector.
The amount of funding released by the government shows the importance of this work. Due to the scale of current retrofit work, we are seeing a positive local impact within the construction industry and the need for workers. At a national level, there’s a greater emphasis on acquiring and training skilled retrofit professionals as the government pushes towards net zero by 2050.
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HOUSING FOR THE FUTURE
There are roughly 26 million homes currently in England. It’s projected that a total of 33 million will be needed by 2050 due to the growing population.
That means a growth of 30% in the next 26 years, with 5% of existing housing expected to be demolished by then. This means 80% of the homes in use by 2050 have already been built. It’s clear retrofit will play a key role in adapting this housing to make it fit for purpose.
PEFORMANCE OF THE AVERAGE UK HOME
The image shown here shows the specific heat demand performance of the average UK home, measured in kilowatt-hours per m² per annum.
The line shows where the UK needs to be to achieve net zero. This amount of 50kwh is nearly 3 times less than our current rate.
The positive news is we can see retrofit at work. The retrofit trials have seen performance drop below the sought after 50kwh. EnerPHit, the gold standard of retrofit, see performance at 25kwh.
Given the aims of the government, it’s necessary that retrofit work is carried out both effectively and quickly!
WHY CHOOSE SPATIAL DIMENSIONS?
HIGHLY EXPERIENCED IN THE RETROFIT SECTOR ACROSS THE UK
TAILORED RANGE OF LEVEL OF DETAIL OPTIONS TO SUIT PROJECT REQUIREMENTS
WE USE THE LATEST LASER SCANNING TECHNOLOGY TO ENSURE ACCURACY & SPEED
ALL STAFF ARE DBS CHECKED & RECEIVE REGULAR HEALTH & SAFETY TRAINING
FAST TURNAROUND
UNBEATABLE VALUE
WHY CHOOSE SPATIAL DIMENSIONS?
- HIGHLY EXPERIENCED IN THE RETROFIT SECTOR ACROSS THE UK
- TAILORED RANGE OF LEVEL OF DETAIL OPTIONS TO SUIT PROJECT REQUIREMENTS
- WE USE THE LATEST LASER SCANNING TECH TO ENSURE ACCURACY & SPEED
- ALL STAFF ARE DBS CHECKED & RECEIVE REGULAR HEALTH AND SAFETY TRAINING
- FAST TURNAROUND
- UNBEATABLE VALUE
