This case study explores the retrofit of a residential property aimed at improving overall comfort and energy efficiency. The homeowner aimed to identify and address air leakage issues before implementing retrofit measures to optimise the home's performance.

Challenges:
1. Initial Assessment: Conducting a thorough pre-works assessment presented challenges in identifying potential leakage points without completed retrofit measures.
2. Client Expectations: Managing client expectations regarding the interim state of the building, given that post-works improvements had not yet been implemented.

Our Response:
Despite the absence of post-works changes, we conducted a detailed initial assessment, using advanced diagnostic tools to identify potential areas for improvement. Our approach involved planning, considering multiple retrofit scenarios and their potential impact on leakage, ensuring flexibility in our recommendations. We prioritised transparency in our communication with the client regarding potential post-works benefits and the importance of follow-up actions after retrofitting. A leakage report was sent to the client for review, outlining areas where changes could be made to create a more comfortable living environment.

Conclusion:
While post-works improvements had not been executed at the time of the air leakage test, our proactive pre-works assessment laid the foundation for a targeted retrofit strategy. The identified leakage points and our dynamic approach set the stage for effective future enhancements. As post-works activities commence, the findings from the pre-works test will guide the implementation of measures to optimise energy efficiency and occupant comfort.