Airtight house
Airtightness is new to many of us but is becoming more and more important in our buildings both to protect against draughts and discomfort and even more so to protect the building fabric from damage.
As we move into a new energy conscious era, sustainable design and construction to achieve Low Energy, PassivHaus and Zero Carbon homes has moved to the forefront of the building and planning process. Codes and standards are in place which aim to reduce carbon emissions and create homes that are healthier and more sustainable. The only way to achieve PassivHaus, Low Carbon and Zero Carbon building is to ensure a high level of airtightness is attained.
That means designing and installing a continuous seal around the internal fabric of the external envelope to eliminate unwanted draughts, stop moisture from entering the structure from inside and yet allow any moisture that may enter the fabric to escape without causing damage. Once the airtight vapour check is in place and sealed with flexible and durable tapes, seals and glues, it also ensures that the insulation functions to its optimum performance, saving energy and drastically reducing carbon emissions for the lifetime of the building.
So there’s a lot more to airtightness than just stopping draughts! Here are some of the advantages:
- Improve comfort by keeping out unwanted draughts
- Halt heat loss through gaps in the building fabric
- Stop moisture from entering the fabric, protecting it from damage such as rot
- Increase the performance of insulation, thus reducing heat loss further
- Optimise the performance of mechanical ventilation systems
- Reduce noise pollution
- Reduce carbon emissions
- Save lots of money - investment in airtightness pays for itself over and over again
Comfort Solutions Ireland are experts in the design and implementation of airtightness systems and work with leading manufacturers such as Ampack of Switzerland and Pro-Clima of Germany to bring our customers the best products and systems available. Why not contact us today for more information on how airtight construction can improve your build and enhance comfort in your life.
Please contact us also regarding Windtight solutions for your home or business premises.
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Client Testimonials
Happy Customer, Newport
I decided to have the insulation of my 2005 built house checked after finding it difficult to keep the rooms warm during the bad winter of 2015/16. Draughts, cold spots and a boiler that was always on the go meant it was time to do something. After a lot of... Read more
Niall Halpin, Westport
I have recently had my home insulated by Comfort Solutions and I am thrilled by the difference it has made. No fuss no mess and no problems during and after the insulation . A really professional job carried out to a very high standard by a very friendly crew. I... Read more
Gearóidín Ní Ghrúinéil, Castle
I am very pleased with the outcome of the external insulation job on my house, completed by Comfort Solutions.
Read moreAnonymous, Quay, Westport
We have been delighted with the results of using Comfort Solutions to clad our house with exterior insulation. The results are immediate.
Read moreMartin Roche, Ballinamore
External Insulation
I was very impressed by the no-nonsense approach of the contractor, the price was agreed the contract completion date set and I was kept informed of progress and problems at all stages of the contract, everything was completed on time with no extras, the site was cleaned up every evening,... Read more
Sean & Ann Tarmey, Ballintober
We found the house was difficult to heat and it became cold very quickly. Since the external wall insulation, attic insulation and new windows were installed, we have a much warmer comfortable home, and are making huge savings on our fuel bill. The colour render we chose on the exterior... Read more
Amy Healy. Glenisland
I upgraded the boiler in my home and needed a heating solution for my office which is in a separate building.
Comfort solutions advised on the best possible solution for my unique circumstance. I am delighted with my new heating system and the level of control it offers. I... Read more
Barry & Marion Talbot, Westpor
We are pleased with all the work Fergus and his team have done to our house. We expected it to be good but it has surpassed all our expectations. The workmanship was first class and everyone was so helpful with any questions we asked. We would highly recommend Comfort Solutions... Read more
Paul & Therese Dunne, Castleba
From the start Fergus came out and advised us what was needed doing. He didn’t push anything on us, he told us what he knew, and answered any questions we had.
Read moreBarbara Bradby, Ballycroy
External Insulation, Loft insulation, DPC
Our little house by the sea in Co Mayo was a dream, but the damp was a nightmare. I looked into external insulation first as a solution for the damp which was breaking out on all the internal walls. The walls were concrete, there was condensation... Read more