Sound insulation testing is a key part of new build developments – whether it’s just two dwellings or a massive development of new homes, you’ll need to have a sound insulation test done. To help you understand the process of sound insulation testing, we have put together this helpful guide which details everything you need…
Best Renewable Energy Sources For Your Home
Renewable energy sources are becoming more accessible and affordable than ever before and because of this, homeowners increasingly decide to invest in this technology over other energy sources. Renewable energy not only helps reduce your carbon footprint and save the environment, it can also save you a lot of money on your energy bills. With…
How To Make Commercial Buildings More Energy Efficient
With energy efficiency becoming a huge focus for the UK government, homeowners and businesses are increasingly looking for ways to not only save money on energy costs, but to help reduce energy consumption and carbon footprint. Businesses of all sizes tend to use more energy throughout the day, whether you work in an office and…
How To Reduce Carbon Emissions In Your Home
With climate change becoming a more prominent issue that is being discussed around the world and the UK government putting in place measures to reduce carbon emissions, assessing your carbon footprint is extremely important. Homes are some of the worst offenders for producing harmful emissions that contribute to climate change, so doing your bit to…
Common Sources Of Air Leaks In Properties
If you’re constantly feeling draughts of cold or warm air in your home and that some rooms struggle to maintain a regular temperature, then there’s a very good chance that you have an air leak. Whilst this is quite a common issue and can be simple to fix, it can have a negative impact on…
Important Change to EPC Regulations For UK Lettings
For any individual or business letting or leasing a residential property, an important change in EPC regulations in the UK came into effect from 1st April 2020. If you require assistance from our team to ensure you meet these regulations, don’t hesitate to get in touch for our EPC services and energy assessments to discover…
What Temperature Is Best For Your Home?
The best temperature for your home is very subjective and can differ based on a range of metrics, such as how efficient your home is, how big it is and the age of the people living there. However, to help you understand the most efficient way to heat your home and the recommended ideal temperature…
Getting Your Project Ready For Air Tightness Testing
At Falcon Energy our engineers will be able to take you through the process and ensure the property we’re testing is fully prepared for optimal testing. However, it’s important you understand what this involves and how you can plan ahead for your appointment. What is air tightness testing? Air tightness or air permeability testing is…
Floor Plans: Why Accuracy Is Key To Selling Or Renting Your Property
Floor plans have become an integral component of a property listing. They are essential both from a technical perspective, allowing buyers to survey the dimensions of each room and from a marketing perspective, in that they form eye-catching pieces of property information that buyers value. Having an accurate floor plan is essential to attracting the…
How We Work With Developers: From A Single Build To A New Town
When working on a new build construction, there are a lot of elements that need to be considered in order for the build to meet legal requirements. In regards to energy, Building Regulations require SAP calculations and EPC certificates to be provided. At Falcon Energy we are experts in energy conservation and have worked across…