Glossary
What is a Habitable Room?
Relevant Regulations: Building Regulations Approved Document F (Ventilation), Approved Document B (Fire Safety) A...
What is a Hazard Awareness Notice?
A Hazard Awareness Notice is a formal document used in the UK house building,...
What is a Heat Pump?
A heat pump is a device that transfers heat from a source (such as...
What is a HEPA Filter?
A high-efficiency particulate air (HEPA) filter is a type of mechanical air filter designed...
What is a Humidistat?
A humidistat is a device that measures the relative humidity (RH) of the air...
What is a Residual Current Device (RCD)?
A Residual Current Device (RCD) is a safety device designed to protect against electric...
What is a Shallow Retrofit?
A shallow retrofit refers to a limited set of energy efficiency improvements made to...
What is a Ventilation Duct?
A ventilation duct is a tube or conduit designed to transport air from one...
What is a Ventilation Strategy Report?
A Ventilation Strategy Report is a formal planning and design document required by Local...
What is a Void Property?
A void property is a residential or commercial building that is currently unoccupied and...