InstaGroup has been busy installing External Wall insulation (also called Solid Wall insulation) and replacement windows for 44 homes in Ealing, Greater London.
For this project, we’re working with United Living, who help to revive communities by improving homes for local people. United Living chose InstaGroup for the installation as we are well known for our technical abilities and experience in ‘retrofit’. Retrofit simply means installing insulation after a home or building has already been built.
The project team includes ECD Architects who champion Energy Conscious Design, with a big focus on sustainability. Working together, we were able to combine our specialist knowledge in refurbishment and retrofit projects.
It was soon discovered that the 90-year old properties would need a unique solution to meet all the problems of heat loss.
The target we set ourselves was challenging: to install all 44 homes to Energiesprong1 standards. To achieve this would mean 280mm insulation installed on the walls and 250mm insulation installed below the damp proof course (DPC).
This is quite a unique and bespoke system, not often used due to the thickness of the insulation. However, our expert solution would ensure the properties could meet the required energy savings.
We installed InstaGroup’s leading External Wall insulation system InstaClad on the walls, and Stomix StxTherm Robust below the DPC. In total, the Ealing project will amount to around 4000m2 of installation.
Retrofitting insulation isn’t just about reducing energy bills and staying warmer at home: it also helps the environment. Every UK home that’s insulated will use less energy on heating, which reduces harmful carbon emissions.
Installing insulation in the UK’s older homes is a positive step towards tackling the climate crisis, while also giving the householders a cosier and healthier home life.
Behind the scenes of an installation project like this there’s a lot of pre-build process and preparation. This includes design queries, material supply, timings and budgets. Timescales in Ealing are very tight, and we all want to ensure the project is delivered to high standards in the time allowed.
Our ability to work as a team has helped to resolve any problems that come up, keeping everyone on track. Communication is key, and we hold weekly design meetings on-site to get on top of queries and concerns. Every two weeks the wider team has a catch-up, where we discuss issues or challenges that may affect the progress of the project.
The UK construction industry is currently facing some difficulties with material supply and getting the right stock delivered when it’s needed. We’ve managed to solve many of these problems through excellent collaboration between the material supply department, the Operational teams, the Site team and the client liaison officer.
Our Site supervisors are also Retrofit Co-Ordinators, which brings an essential set of skills on-site. InstaGroup supervisors can ensure the install teams work meets the required standards and adheres to the important PAS 2035 requirements throughout the project.
Our professional skills and abilities have made United Living confident that we can deliver the complex installation at Ealing in the timeframe required. In the meantime, InstaGroup’s work is ongoing, and will be completed by the summer.
To find out more about how External Wall insulation can create a warmer home and reduce heating bills get in touch or call our friendly team on 0118 932 8811.
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