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Austins have been specialising in sustainable construction
methods since the Eco-Homes agenda so are able to respond confidently to
the challenges presented by the Code for Sustainable Homes.
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Eco-Homes Excellent |
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Eco-Homes Very Good |
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Code Level 3 |
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Code Level 4 |
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Code Level 5 |
Clients can be assured of our ability to deliver to the
Code’s exacting standards up to code 5 and beyond - we are currently
forming new partnerships to achieve the next generation of low-carbon,
low-energy, low-cost alternatives. We will be constructing to Zero Carbon
Level 6 well in advance of its compulsory introduction in 2016 thereby
strengthening our market-leading position as a reliable contractor at the
vanguard of low carbon solutions.
We are at the forefront of new technologies and have
experience in using:
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Photovoltaics |
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Solar Thermal Heating |
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Rainwater Harvesting |
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HRV up to 90% Efficiency |
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Biomass Boilers |
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Low E Argon Triple Glazed Windows |
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Ground Source Heat Pumps |
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Airtight Closed Panel Timber
Frames |
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SIPS (structurally insulated panel
system) Timber Frame Construction |
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Thinbed Masonry / Thermal Mass
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...and the list continues to grow - we are currently
investigating innovative sustainable solutions for upcoming projects:
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Greywater Recycling |
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Air / Water Heat Pumps where GSHPs
are impractical |
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Energy Cabin - Biomass & PV |
We will continue to seek pioneering strategies to
successfully tackle fuel poverty whilst expanding our clients’ portfolios
of sustainable homes, workplaces and educational establishments.
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