Media Release: Beyond 7 stars: addressing gaps in ACT’s energy efficiency mandate
Canberra, ACT Summary Canberra’s new 7-star energy rating mandate for renovations increases complexity and costs for existing homes. Achieving 7…
Choosing double-glazed windows: UPVC, aluminium or timber?
When it comes to designing or renovating a building, the choice of double glazed window frames plays a pivotal…
Media release: Powerhaus App Debuts at the 2023 Australian Architecture Conference
Canberra, Australia – 30 October 2023 In a ground-breaking move towards sustainable housing, Powerhaus Engineering has unveiled Australia’s first energy…
NCC 2022 energy efficiency provisions and 7 stars: what it means
What do the NCC 2022 energy efficiency provisions mean? Powerhaus aim to help you get the best energy efficiency results…
When to use the NCC 2022 energy-efficiency provisions
We’re only a few short weeks away from the much-anticipated revised 1st of October implementation deadline of the energy efficiency…
Airtightness 101: building an airtight home
In the world of Australian housing, where comfort often slips away like elusive dreams and energy bills soar like birds…
How to insulate a timber floor: comparing batts, spray foam and polystyrene
Insulation is a crucial element in creating a comfortable and energy-efficient home. If you don’t insulate – your floor will…
10 benefits of an energy efficient home
We’re passionate about the value of energy efficient homes because they simply offer so much value to the homeowner. Here…
Why do you need an energy rating?
Are you building or renovating and thinking, why do I need an energy rating? On one level it’s a…
How to achieve a 7 star energy rating and more
“Most people only get the [energy] rating done after all the major design decisions have been made or are locked…
Sick of being cold? Four steps to building a warm house
“I’m so sick of being cold! How can I make sure my new build will be warm in winter?” If…
Renovating in Canberra? All you need to know about energy efficiency requirements
If you’re renovating or extending a house in Canberra, you will have to meet the energy efficiency provisions of the…
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