Building Advice: Home energy-saving measures

This week: A look at energy-efficient measures for a new home
Building Advice: Home energy-saving measures

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Tue, 31 Aug, 2021 - 07:00
Kieran McCarthy

Hi Kieran, 

I am planning to build a new home but am a bit overwhelmed by the various energy-efficient measures to add to the house.

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