Comprehensive, low cost, H1 compliance reports
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Changes to the New Zealand Building Code’s acceptable H1/AS1 solution have created significant challenges for homeowners and designers.
Two critical issues have emerged in the wake of these alterations:
First, there’s considerable difficulty in accommodating R6.6 insulation in skillion roof spaces (a single sloping surface, usually at a steep angle), a requirement that has proven problematic for many builders.
Second, perhaps more concerning, is the increased summer overheating observed in homes built to schedule method insulation levels.
As reported in news articles, these problems have led to uncomfortable living conditions and unexpectedly high cooling costs. Homeowners across the country, particularly in areas like Auckland, are grappling with soaring energy bills as they struggle to maintain comfortable temperatures in their newly built homes.
This situation has highlighted the need for a more holistic approach to building design that considers winter insulation and summer comfort.
Designed to thoroughly evaluate your proposed building design, utilising energy modelling to assess your home’s performance.
This assessment goes beyond mere compliance information; we analyse your building’s temperature profile, focusing on preventing summer overheating, a critical issue in today’s changing climate.
A comprehensive approach to achieving code compliance and enhanced comfort for those seeking more in-depth guidance.
We provide detailed strategies tailored to your specific project, addressing key elements such as insulation, window and glazing specifications, shading, and orientation.
Our experts consider how these factors interact to create a comfortable living environment year-round.
To get started, simply send us your plans and elevations. Our team will review your project and provide a customised quote for an H1 report tailored to your specific needs.
Our reports include projected heating and cooling energy costs, giving you a clear picture of your home’s long-term running expenses.
By considering both winter warmth and summer comfort, our reports enable you to create a home that’s truly energy-efficient and pleasant to live in throughout the year.
This balanced approach not only ensures compliance with current building codes but also future-proofs your home against potential changes in climate and energy costs.
We’re committed to staying at the forefront of building science and energy efficiency. Our expertise is recognised industry-wide, as evidenced by our role as the exclusive Energy Consultant for Platinum Homes’ High-Performance range. This partnership shows our dedication to creating homes that represent the future of comfortable, energy-efficient living.
By choosing Reveal Building Consultants for your H1 compliance and energy efficiency needs, you’re not just meeting current standards – you’re investing in a home that will remain comfortable, efficient, and cost-effective for years to come.