Weekly Report - 8th October

The existing windows were removed this week and the new high performance replacements installed. The reduction in external noise levels was very noticeable as well as the feeling of improved thermal insulation. What was surprising that when touched the inner face of the triple glazing was warm whilst the external air temperature was quite “chilly”.

Investigation of the bathroom floor produced a surprise, the construction was expected to be suspended timber throughout but in fact it is part

suspended and part solid floor. This has required a re-think on how to insulation this area so for the moment it is back to the drawing board.

Strengthening works to the first floor area were the new heat store have been undertaken and will be fully completed when the existing boiler is removed and the pipe work reconfigured.

Installation of the plumbing system will be started shortly, this is quite a task in itself, the fitting and coordinating of the various heat sources will be an exciting challenge.

Weekly Report - 1st October

The target for this week was to install and commission the wood burning stove; this required the installation of the hearth, stove, flue liner and cowl. This was all successfully completed in a day and the stove is operational for space heating. The back boiler unit will be fitted when the heat store unit is installed.

We also completed the platform in the roof space and installed a temporary hot water cylinder, this is to be used when the existing boiler is removed and the heat store installed.

The floor insulation to the living room floor was completed this week as well as the flooring in the under stairs cupboard, there now remains the bathroom to tackle.