Browse Forums General Discussion Re: 5 star energy rated homes 21Mar 15, 2009 9:57 pm Does anyone know how long it takes to get the 5 star rating back? i've been waiting several weeks now 'A bottle of wine contains more philosophy than all the books in the world.' Louis Pasteur Vegie garden: viewtopic.php?f=19&t=27637&start=0 My Backyard Adventure Re: 5 star energy rated homes 22Apr 24, 2009 12:45 am I hope nobody minds if I take this opportunity to satisfy my curiosity. The main feature of the early environmentally friendly display homes was orientation. I remember when the compulsory ratings were introduced here they only applied to new developments because land that had already been released would not necessarily suit siting a house for best sun access. Orientation seems to be somewhat irrelevant in the newest display homes, which supposedly meet even stricter requirements. I've been wondering why the change. Disappointingly the reps on duty are unable to answer questions about what environmentally friendly features their houses have (beyond pointing to the unmissable rainwater tank). So I'm wondering what are the other main features, that apparently can even compensate for inadequacies in orientation? I'm guessing size of windows depending on which way they face is still important, double glazing, western shading, insulation, solar hot water . . . ? And anything really useful to avoid? Re: 5 star energy rated homes 23Apr 28, 2009 3:40 pm Lisanne I would give them a call it should only take them a week or two at the longest go upvc window frames ensure insulation under colorbond. not just sarking, lighter color roof also not sure if you have seen this viewtopic.php?t=5823 last couple of pages… 4 98059 Ask for references and speak to them. If they are defensive or try to avoid the request, walk. 1 47434 I would never build with Fowler homes. I built with them in 2021 and till date maintenance issues are pending. All their existing trades and businesses don't work with… 14 73687 |