HOME IMPROVEMENT THEATRE
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From Old Home to Eco Home - How to Slash Your Fuel Bills and Make Your Home Warm and Cosy Practical and realistic solutions for retrofitting an existing pre 1900s house to reduce running costs without compromising space and architectural character . An acclaimed expert in the field explains how to renovate a period property and incorporate high levels of insulation and the latest renewable heating technologies - even in a listed building . Marianne Suhr - MRICS , SPAB Lethaby Scholar
From Old Home to Eco Home – Taking Your House to Zero Bills / Zero Carbon Deep Retrofit - Turning an Old Home Into a Passiv Home . Our acclaimed expert reveals the key principles for improving the energy efficiency in an old house , from simple practical steps , through to a full transition to a sustainable , low-energy home . Richard Hawkes - Hawkes Architecture
Upgrading Your Home Heating – Your Options Explained If you are extending , renovating or just upgrading and old house to make it more comfortable and reduce running costs , our independent expert explains the pros and cons of the latest heating options from heat pumps to infrared , and how to choose the right system for your home . Plus a look at micro generation and battery storage to make use of off peak electricity and how to integrate solar PV with your heating system . David Hilton - Eco Expert , Homebuilding & Renovating Magazine
Beginner ’ s Guide to Renovating A Period Home From sensitive renovation and repair work through to sympathetic extensions and additions , this session is a must for anyone planning to undertake work to a pre 1900 period home , including a guide to working with a listed property . Learn the importance of using appropriate traditional materials and techniques and how to solve perennial issues such as damp . Marianne Suhr - MRICS , SPAB Lethaby Scholar
How to Find The Right Architect : Plus A Guide To The Key Stages of Home Design Your relationship with your architectural designer is key to a successful and enjoyable renovation or self build project . This session equips you to understand the different stages in the design process , the role of other professionals in the design team , from engineers to landscapers , plus , the importance of developing a clear and concise design brief on everything from the way you want to live , to how much you have available to spend .
Richard Hawkes - Hawkes Architecture
How Much Will My Extension Cost ? This seminar tells you all you need to know about successfully estimating the cost of your extension or renovation project . Our expert will reveal where the money goes , and how you can reduce the costs of the project without impacting on quality . And - crucially - how to keep your budget on track once you ’ ve started .
Tim Phillips - Quantity Surveyor
How To Find , Hire and Manage the Right Builder One of the UK ’ s best-known builders reveals their tips on how to find , hire and work with the best main contractors and tradespeople . What should you look for , and what can you do to avoid difficulties ? What do they expect from you ? We explain the secrets of a successful relationship . Andy Stevens - Builder & Broadcaster
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SATURDAY & SUNDAY ONLY
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