Refit West

Refit West, a consortium of environmental groups, green architects and eco builders, led by Forum for the Future, is supporting homeowners to increase energy efficiency and reduce fuel bills. Retrofitting homes with energy saving measures reduces energy bills and helps the world by reducing carbon dioxide emissions.

Many homes in the West of England are so called ‘hard to treat’ solid wall properties. You can read here about the experiences of our pioneering demonstration home owners – who went ahead with works, what the measures were, and who decided against doing the works and why – as they try and make their homes fit for the future.

Bishopston three bed semi

house type: three bed semi (1930 – 1980)
measures: double and triple glazing, underfloor heating and insulation, roof and external wall insulation, solar hot water panels, draft proofing and rainwater storage
status: Following surveys, the Spittlehouses have selected two contractors to quote on the main construction phase. One has returned a full quote – currently under evaluation

Easton (east Bristol) – Three bedroom terrace

house type: two bed Victorian mid-terrace (pre 1930s)
measures:
status: Considering practicalities involved in installing underfloor heating in the kitchen