Inspecting the Site

• Building orientation in relation to winter and summer seasons.
• Suitability of shading of trees or other buildings over house.
• Proximity of paving to building acting as a thermal heat mass.
• Potential external water collection points.
• Check efficiency of heating systems for swimming pools.

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Inspecting the Building Exterior

• Thermal comfort of external walls, type of material, location and orientation.
• Note window types and glazing specs and suitability of window coverings.
• Check all windows, doors, walls, floors and ceilings for gaps.
• Note suitability of eave overhangs.
• Check lighting efficiency.
• Check type of hot water system for rating, lagging of pipes, condition and settings.

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Roof Exterior Inspection

• Type of roof cladding and colour.
• Check for condition of roof and potential gaps.

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Sub-Floor Inspection

• Check for ventilation of suspended timber floors.
• Suitability of under floor insulation for suspended timber floors.
• Check for gaps in flooring system.

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Inspect the Roof Space

• Thermal comfort of ceiling – check for type and quality of insulation.
• Check for air gaps around light fittings and duct vents.

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Inspecting the Building Interior

• Fridge and freezers current temperature, quality of seals and star rating, location and ventilation.
• Check hot water temperature from taps.
• Measure flow rate of shower head.
• Check toilet cistern efficiency.
• Check taps to basins – contain aerators to reduce water use.
• Check all windows, doors, walls, floors and ceilings for gaps.
• Ducted A/C vents have shut-off flaps for winter use.
• Check efficiency of heating and cooling systems.
• Check suitability of window coverings.
• Check lighting efficiency.

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