One Stop Shop Scheme, Co. Dublin ‘B1’ Case Study
KORE Retrofit case studies offer an inside look at energy upgrade projects in real-world applications. This retrofit was part of the 2022 One Stop Shop Scheme, coordinated by KORE Retrofit and supported by the Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland (SEAI).
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Case Study Details
Project Name: One Stop Shop Whole Home Upgrade in Co. Dublin.
Products Used: Rafter & flat roof insulation, Attic insulation, Internal wall insulation, Ideal Logic + Combi boiler, Aereco DCMEV ventilation system, Aluclad windows & french doors.
Contractor: MEMEL Building Solutions
Project Coordinator: KORE Retrofit Ltd.
KORE Project Manager: Aine Finlay
“I used KORE Retrofit for my recent renovation. The whole process worked extremely well and was effortless. KORE Retrofit were a pleasure to work with in all aspects of my dealings with them from accounts to the build, it was all very professional. ”
Achieving B1
With a Pre-BER (Building Energy Rating) of G, and a post-BER rating of B1, this energy upgrade project included in the 2022 One Stop Shop Scheme is now a modern, energy-efficient, comfortable and healthy home.
This G-Rated home had a primary energy rating of 817.76kWh/m2/yr, and 178.09 kg/CO2/m2/yr carbon dioxide emissions indicator.
The post works final results came in at 78.09 kWh/m2/yr for primary energy use and 14.49 kg/CO2/m2/yr for the carbon dioxide emissions indicator, resulting in an overall energy rating of B1.
Upgrading Ireland’s Housing Stock
Located in Co. Dublin this 1940's home was included in the 2022 One Stop Shop Scheme, part-funded by SEAI, to undergo whole home energy-efficiency upgrade works. The grant provided by SEAI helped fund the energy efficiency upgrades including wall, floor and attic insulation, demand control mechanical ventilation, heating controls, and new windows and doors. KORE Retrofit Ltd. provided project management services, design solutions, technical expertise, quality control services and full grant administration.
Breaking down the details
Wall Insulation
82.5mm of internal insulation board was installed. Best practice and high quality workmanship ensured that repeating and non-repeating thermal bridges were eliminated or kept to a minimum.
Roof & Attic Insulation
300mm of mineral wool was installed in the attic space. 100mm insulation was installed between the rafters and 62.5mm under the rafters.
Floor Insulation
150mm of floor insulation was installed. Completing a whole insulation approach for wall, roof and floor applications, eliminating thermal bridging, and ensuring heat loss is kept to a minimum.
Heating System
KORE installed an Ideal Logic + Combi gas boiler with 90% efficiency, providing reliable, trouble free heating and hot water. The existing radiators were upgraded with new low-temperature radiators with temperature regulating valves. The heating system was not eligible for grant aid, however, funding was provided for the heating controls.
Ventilation
Aereco demand control mechanical ventilation was installed to provide superior indoor air quality that adjusts the rate of air exchange based on needs, including advanced settings for wet rooms such as the kitchen and bathroom.
Windows and Doors
KORE chose Aluclad triple-glazed low energy windows with french doors at the rear of the property. The front door was retained and upgraded.
For more information on being included in the One Stop Shop Scheme, please visit our whole home energy grant page for further detail.
Aine Finlay, Architectural Project Manager
Aine Finlay has worked as an architectural project manager with KORE Retrofit since 2021, with previous experience working as an architectural project manager for many years. With a background in health & safety, management and architecture, Aine is responsible for KORE Retrofit’s One Stop Shop scheme and Northern Ireland’s Sustainable Energy Programme. For more information on the scheme, please contact the sales team on +353 49 437 4002.