FAQs

Retrofit is the process of making substantial energy-efficient upgrades or modifications to existing buildings or homes with the primary goal of achieving net-zero Carbon emissions.

When referring to retrofit there are two approaches that you will hear people talk about: ‘Fabric First' and 'Whole Home'.

Fabric First is a straightforward approach which is aimed at improving the fabric components like the walls, lofts and floors of the building first. This ensures that the correct amount of ventilation is there before looking at the more complex parts of the building such as heating, hot water and lighting. There is not much point in having a brand-new heating source installed if the insulation isn’t keeping the heat in and cold out. 

To view more details on Fabric First, check out our blog on What is Fabric First approach to decarbonisation? 

Whole House is an assessment which is carried out by a qualified Retrofit Professional on the whole house, including the fabric (walls, lofts), services and systems (heating, lighting and hot water) and the energy used. As every household is different, this assessment will consider how the occupants live and use their home, along with any other circumstances that may affect the dwelling. 

To view these approaches in more detail, check out our blog on What is Retrofit? 

The UK Government’s target is to tackle Climate Change and reach net zero by 2050. As a country, we are all aware of the changes that need to be made to reduce our energy consumption and the emissions we produce. UK homes use 35% of all energy in the UK and emit 20% of carbon dioxide emissions. Therefore, it is crucial that we reduce these wherever possible.

In the current climate, energy prices are rising and are likely to continue. Actioning and completing the measures that reduce the amount of energy will not only help reduce emissions but also lower household energy bills.

The introduction of these measures can help make homes warmer, more comfortable and healthier environments to live in. Studies and reports from WHO, NHS, Universities and Parliamentary Groups have all highlighted the impact of cold, damp and mould as well as poor air quality on health.

We work within the housing sector, working closely with local authorities and landlords, as well as schools and the education sector.  

We are a specialist Retrofit Contractor which provides a one-stop-shop for social and private landlords in delivering high quality retrofit projects. We are committed to partnering with our clients to support them through their decarbonisation journey. Through retrofitting, we aim to reduce costs and improve carbon efficiency while promoting affordable warmth, improving environmental credentials, and enhancing comfort levels for tenants.  

With our extensive knowledge of working with the Housing Sector across the UK, we are trusted by property owners and housing organisations to deliver a best-practice quality standard of retrofit with minimal disruption to tenants. All our assessors and installers are PAS 2030:2019 certified and can deliver work at a scalability to meet all your property requirements.  

At LivGreen, we provide a streamlined one-stop-shop solution for SHDF & ECO 4 projects, encompassing a diverse range of retrofit services. Our revered PAS certification and Trustmark accreditation underscore our dedication to quality, ensuring optimal retrofit solutions in housing. 

• All insulation measures
• Air Source / Ground source heat pumps
• Window & door insulation 
• Solar PV / Battery storage
• Retrofit assessments / Coordination & design
• Renewable energy 
• Ventilation
• Planned maintenance  
  
  

To view our one-stop-shop retrofit solution in more detail, visit our service page on our website. 

Step 1 – Assess the property 

Step 2 – Prepare a Whole House plan 

Step 3 – Agree on the plan and gather quotes 

Step 4 – Sign contracts and start work 

Step 5 – Evaluation and completion 

To view these steps in full detail, check out our blog on How Does Retrofit Work? 

We have 9 regional offices with our head office based in Bristol. We have retrofitted over 100,000 homes all over the UK.  

Yes. Frameworks simplify the process for purchasers in the public and third sectors to procure goods and services from a pre-approved selection of suppliers, which includes established terms, conditions, and legal protections. LivGreen is proud to be a listed approved supplier of various Frameworks, making it as easy as possible to access our services. 

To view our full list of frameworks, visit our frameworks page on our website. 

We have a year-round events programme which allows leaders in the industry to have the opportunity to connect and share their insights. We host our own webinars, round tables, and attend face-to-face conferences.  

Our webinar page will list the upcoming events so you can sign up and don’t worry if you miss any, we record all webinars so you can watch anytime.  

For more details, visit our Events page on our website.  

We strive on our capabilities to complete all your retrofit project requirements. Our 5 Step Approach allows us to maintain efficiency throughout the project from stock analysis, design, through to delivery, and support after project completion. 

We will work with you every step of the way.  

To book a meeting with our team, please complete our Contact Us form. Our office hours are Monday to Friday between 8am and 5pm.