Quality Archives - Page 2 of 6

Dashpivot article page – Part L metering requirements

Part L Metering Requirements In this article, let’s discuss Part L metering requirements, its benefits, and how to properly document and report your organisation’s metering data for better Part L compliance. What are Part L metering requirements Accurate metering is…

Dashpivot article page – Part L ventilation

Part L Ventilation Read on to understand the Part L Ventilation requirements, and the ventilation rates required for various spaces within a commercial property e.g offices, shops, and kitchens to adhere to environmental regulations. Ventilations role in Part L? Ventilation…

Dashpivot article page – Part L insulation

Part L Insulation What is the Role of Insulation in Achieving Part L Compliance? Insulation across the building envelope helps maintain thermal comfort by stabilizing the internal temperatures. This reduces the need to heat or cool a building and uses…

Dashpivot article page – Part L doors

Part L Doors Role of Doors in Part L Compliance Doors are contributors to a building’s air tightness, and if they are poorly installed or sealed, the uninsulated space could lead to uncontrolled air leakage and consequently heat loss through…

Dashpivot article page – Part L air tightness

Part L Air Tightness What is Air Tightness and its Relevance to Building Performance? Air tightness is the measurement of how well a building envelope can prevent air from leaking out. It is an important energy performance indicator for complying…

Dashpivot article page – Part L 2023 U values

Part L U values (2023 and more) What are U-Values in the Part L Regulations (2023 updates)? Part L U-values, otherwise known as thermal resistance is the rate of transfer of heat through a material, structure or matter and it…

Dashpivot article page – Part L lighting

Part L Lighting What is the Role of Lighting in Part L Compliance? Lighting, being one of the main systems that affects electricity consumption, is a factor to consider in order to comply with Part L regulations. It accounts for…

Dashpivot article page – Part L calculations

Part L Calculations Part L Calculations Intro The calculations assess the key and important components of Part L Calculations such as the thermal insulation and air tightness of insulating materials for walls, floors, and windows (building envelope), thermal bridging in…

Dashpivot article – What does a clerk of works do

What does a Clerk of Works do? Generally speaking, a clerk of work is a specialist when it comes to monitoring construction works. They ensure that every progress, materials, equipment, and regulatory requirements adheres to the agreed standards. They are…

Dashpivot article – How to become a clerk of works

How to become a Clerk of Works Read this comprehensive guide to understand how to become a clerk of works, and get access to some free and proven clerk of works resources. How to become a Clerk of Works? Learning…