Planning and Delivering Retrofit works for householders
Date: 1 July 2015 | Time: 17.30 - 21.30 |
Location: Salford Civic Centre, Chorley Road, Swinton, Salford M27 5FJ | Cost: FREE |
Planning on an eco-home make over to reduce energy bills and do your bit for the environment? Confused about what to prioritise, which professionals to appoint and how to approach contractors?
As part of a highly popular 'Routes to Retrofit' programme, Carbon Co-op are hosting this seminar at Salford City Council's offices, run by industry professionals on the practicalities of commissioning eco-retrofit works.
The event is aimed at:
- any householders planning an eco-refurbishment or retrofit project who already know the kinds of measures their home requires and are seeking to take forward works.
- Carbon Co-op members who have had a whole house assessment and want to implement some of the recommended measures.
When
- 7.00pm-9.30pm, Wednesday 1st July 2015 - Seminar 2
Seminar Objectives
The two seminars will cover:
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Considering objectives, priorities and getting the best result.
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Looking at options for works and funding
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Balancing time, cost and quality
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Local Authority approvals, consents etc
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What ‘professionals’ are needed and selecting and appointment
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Selecting and appointing builders (including contracts)
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Examining common issues and avoiding them
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Getting the most for the resources available
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Exchanging ideas and energy with like-minded people – & sharing the pain!
Seminar 2 - Weds 1st July 2015
Appointing Professionals
- Getting advice,
- forms of agreement,
- co-ordination,
- quality control,
- expectations
Choosing and appointing a contractor
- appropriate for job,
- culture and communication,
- tender,
- use framework or negotiate,
- aftercare
Contracts
- ‘traditional’ vs ‘contractor design’,
- dealing with ‘unforeseen extras’ and defects,
- warranties
Workshop Leads
Where
Salford Civic Centre, Chorley Road, Swinton, Salford M27 5FJ (Directions)