Inner-urban Eco-upgrade 2018

Inner-urban Eco-upgrade

Progressive renovation of an inner suburban, brick veneer house from 2013 to 2016.

• Installation of R5.0 ceiling batts, R2.5 underfloor batts
• All windows upgraded to Kommerling UPVC with double glazing
• Weatherising of flooring end gaps
• Enclosing external hot water cylinder and insulating to obtain 5% – 9% reduction in hot water costs
• Addition of a northeast-facing deck off the end lounge room for additional daylight and outdoor living
• All gas and off-peak heater replaced by a 7.1KVA heat pump
• Rooftop 5kW PV sufficient to produce, on an annual average basis, more electricity than consumed
• Selection of this site to take advantage of 500m walking access to all shops, services and public transport, to minimise use of motor vehicles.