Project Value: £2,895,239.00

Term: March 2022 – September 2023

South Ayrshire Council & The Energy Agency

Retrofit of 214 properties in Tarbolton, South Ayrshire

This mixed-tenure project, delivered in partnership with South Ayrshire Council and the Energy Agency, involved retrofitting properties in the rural village of Tarbolton as part of the Scottish Government’s Energy Efficient Scotland: Area Based Schemes (EES).

The scope included the design, supply, and installation of external wall insulation for up to 215 homes and re-roofing for 61 properties, all adhering to PAS2030:2019 principles where practicable. Located in an off-gas community reliant on oil boilers, the project adopted a fabric-first approach to improve thermal efficiency and lay the groundwork for future renewable energy upgrades.

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SOUTH AYRSHIRE COUNCIL & THE ENERGY AGENCY

Project Goals

The client approached us with several challenges in the Tarbolton community. They wanted to tackle fuel poverty in an off-gas area by improving energy efficiency and reducing heating costs. They also sought to make a sustainable impact by reducing carbon emissions while upgrading the properties.

Challenges such as logistical issues in a remote location, labour and material shortages, and initial resident scepticism were overcome through meticulous planning and a bespoke Customer Engagement Strategy (CES). This included early collaboration with clients and suppliers, establishing split site compounds to meet CDM regulations, and employing a dedicated Customer Liaison Team to build trust and engagement within the community.

SOUTH AYRSHIRE COUNCIL & THE ENERGY AGENCY

Scope of work

Retrofit Assessments and Design

K Systems External Wall Insulation to attain u-value 0.28W/m2K

Loft insulation

Failed Cavity Wall removal and installation

Strip and renew roof coverings with Russell Tile specification

Renewing oil boilers to improve renewable energy & updating electrical elements including controls and thermostatic valves

Retrofit Assessments and Design

K Systems External Wall Insulation to attain u-value 0.28W/m2K

Loft insulation

Failed Cavity Wall removal and installation

Strip and renew roof coverings with Russell Tile specification

Renewing oil boilers to improve renewable energy & updating electrical elements including controls and thermostatic valves

SOUTH AYRSHIRE COUNCIL & THE ENERGY AGENCY

Project Completion

Project value: £2,895,239.54

Time Frame: 52 weeks

Carbon Savings: 235,070 kg CO2/yr

Construction type: Cavity

SOUTH AYRSHIRE COUNCIL & THE ENERGY AGENCY

The Results

We provided a fabric-first approach, achieving substantial EPC upgrades, and implemented a tailored engagement strategy to ensure full access and build trust with residents. By using innovative materials, we maximised funding and delivered a cost-effective, sustainable solution that met the client’s goals.

As a result, we completed works on 214 properties within a six-month period, delivering significant improvements in energy performance. Properties were upgraded from pre-EPC ratings of D, E, and F to post-EPC ratings of B and C, demonstrating the substantial impact of the retrofit measures on both thermal efficiency and sustainability.

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South Ayrshire Council & The Energy Agency

South Ayrshire Council & The Energy Agency

Retrofit of 214 properties in Tarbolton, South Ayrshire

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Project Goals

SOUTH AYRSHIRE COUNCIL & THE ENERGY AGENCY

Scope of work

SOUTH AYRSHIRE COUNCIL & THE ENERGY AGENCY

Project Completion

SOUTH AYRSHIRE COUNCIL & THE ENERGY AGENCY

The Results

Retrofit of 214 properties in Tarbolton, South Ayrshire

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