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| Insulating the ceiling is the most cost effective and efficient way to improve the energy
consumption within most homes. Ceiling insulation, along with wall insulation, can be one of the easiest ways for a new home to
reach a 5 Star Rating. |
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| Installed to external walls insulation increases the barrier from the external elements and can also help increase
the efficiency of Air-Conditioning. Can also be installed to internal walls for the same purpose. |
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| Provides an effective barrier against moisture, wind, vapours and heat transfer through external walls. Is available
in Standard for brick homes or breather for cladded houses. |
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| Whirly Birds work by removing heat and moisture from the roof cavity. This can reduce the amount of heat transfer
into the living space and removing the moist air can reduce the amount of mould and fungal build up. |
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| Commonly used to reduce noise transfer from Media Rooms, laundries, workshops and works well
between floors of two story dwellings. Can be installed into wall cavities and ceilings ranging in densities from 11kg/m3 to
40kg/m3. Acoustic batts also have a thermal rating ranging from R1.2 to R3.0 |
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| Acoustic Pipe Lagging can dramatically reduce noise generated by rainwater and waste pipes. |
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| Energy ratings of new houses, townhouses & major renovations must now achieve 5-star (out of 10) energy equivalence rating.
Thermal Logic Australia is well equipped to handle builders certification requirements and offer cost effective suggestions to
help reach the required rating. |
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| An energy efficient solution to naturally light any dark room. A broad range of diffusers and shapes are available. |
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| Reduce your carbon footprint. Get Hot Water and Electricity free from the sun. Solar Hot Water may reduce your electricity bill by up to 40%. Install a greenhouse efficient hot water system and you may also qualify for a rebate. More info at: www.environment.gov.au/solarhotwater |
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New Sustainability Housing Laws are here.
A number of new laws came into effect between 1 March 2009 and 1 January 2010, with others being introduced on 1 March 2010. Find out about changes to the Building Act 1975 and other Acts through the Building & Other Legislation Amendments Act 2009. More info at: www.dip.qld.gov.au/building/bola
Sustainability Declaration:
A sustainability declaration is a compulsory checklist that must be completed by the seller when selling a house, townhouse or unit. Download the Sustainability Declaration form, fact sheet and reference guide:
www.forthegreenergood.qld.gov.au
www.dip.qld.gov.au/sustainable-housing/sustainability-declaration |
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