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Subscribe to The Retrofit Podcast, brought to you by Electric Ireland Superhomes. We're here to make the world of home retrofitting feel a little more personal and a lot more accessible. Our podcast is all about helping you understand the ins and outs of retrofitting your home for energy efficiency, and we've got some fantastic guests lined up from industry experts to home owners to guide you through it all. Electric Ireland Superhomes is a One Stop Shop which looks after all the key stages of a home energy retrofit, from retrofit design through to project completion and payment of SEAI grant funding. We engage leading contractors and experienced retrofit specialists to offer you expert guidance through an often complex process. Our aim is to provide homeowners with peace of mind, quality assurance, and, when the retrofit is complete, the best home possible. For more information on Electric Ireland Superhomes go to https://electricirelandsuperhomes.ie Produced and hosted by Fergal O'Keeffe of lume.ie    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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    • Dec 1, 2023 LATEST EPISODE
    • infrequent NEW EPISODES
    • 25m AVG DURATION
    • 8 EPISODES


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    Retrofit Myth Busting & FAQ

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 1, 2023 35:58


    In this Bonus Episode of our new podcast “The Retrofit Podcast”, Michael O'Rourke, our Head of Contracting & Safety, is joined by Cori Calvert, Retrofit Advisor at Electric Ireland Superhomes. They plan to demystify heat pumps and provide answers to all the frequent questions that we receive from our customers.Electric Ireland Superhomes is a One Stop Shop which looks after all the key stages of a home energy retrofit, from retrofit design through to project completion and management of SEAI grant funding.For more information on retrofitting go to: https://electricirelandsuperhomes.ie/what-is-a-retrofit/. Produced and hosted by Fergal O'Keeffe of lume.ie Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Case Study: Barry McDonnell

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 30, 2023 21:19


    In this episode of our podcast, “The Retrofit Podcast”, we hear from our customer and homeowner, Barry McDonnell, who chose Electric Ireland Superhomes to conduct his retrofitting project from retrofit design, through contractor selection, project completion and management of SEAI grant funding.Electric Ireland Superhomes is a One Stop Shop which looks after all the key stages of a home energy retrofit, from retrofit design through to project completion and management of SEAI grant funding.For more information on retrofitting go to: https://electricirelandsuperhomes.ie/what-is-a-retrofit/.Produced and hosted by Fergal O'Keeffe of lume.ie Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Case Study: Cormac Madden

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 23, 2023 19:15


    In this episode of our podcast, “The Retrofit Podcast”, we hear from our customer and homeowner, Cormac Madden, who chose Electric Ireland Superhomes to conduct his retrofitting project from retrofit design, through contractor selection, project completion and management of SEAI grant funding.Electric Ireland Superhomes “The Retrofit Podcast” airs every Thursday as retrofitting experts share their knowledge and experiences. They will walk you through real-life case studies that showcase the incredible transformations homes can undergo with the right retrofitting strategies.Our podcast is set to continue for another two weeks. This will include experts in heat pumps, retrofit advisors, experienced contractors, and even a chat with our brand ambassador, Hugh Wallace.For more information on our case studies go to https://electricirelandsuperhomes.ie/case-studiesProduced and hosted by Fergal O'Keeffe of lume.ie Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Solar PV with Special Guest Hugh Wallace

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 16, 2023 29:59


    In this special episode of our podcast, "The Retrofit Podcast," a panel of experienced experts delves into the integration of Solar PVs into retrofit projects.Join Cori Calvert, Retrofit Advisor at Electric Ireland Superhomes, Odran Casey, Product Lead – New Energy from Electric Ireland, Sean Shea, Sales Consultant from NRG, and Architect Hugh Wallace as they take a deep dive into the various benefits of integrating Solar PVs into retrofitting projects.The Retrofit Podcast airs every Thursday for six weeks as retrofitting experts share their knowledge and experiences. They will walk you through real-life case studies that showcase the incredible transformations homes can undergo with the right retrofitting strategies.Electric Ireland Superhomes is a One Stop Shop which looks after all the key stages of a home energy retrofit, from retrofit design through to project completion and payment of SEAI grant funding. And we're here to make the world of home retrofitting feel a little more personal and a lot more accessible.For more information on retrofitting go to: https://electricirelandsuperhomes.ie/what-is-a-retrofit/.Produced and hosted by Fergal O'Keeffe of lume.ie Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    What is a Heat Pump?

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 9, 2023 41:26


    The third episode features Michael O'Rourke, Head of Contracting & Safety at Electric Ireland Superhomes, Tom Bean, Director of Innovation & New Products at Electric Ireland, Shane Toye, Specification and Consultant Sales at Mitsubishi Electric Ireland and John Valentine, General Manager at Crystal Air.In this week's episode, our panel discusses what is a heat pump and how it works. We've gathered a panel of experts who will guide you through your heat pump journey to get your house heat pump ready.Electric Ireland Superhomes' “The Retrofit Podcast” airs every Thursday as retrofitting experts share their knowledge and experiences. They will walk you through real-life case studies that showcase the incredible transformations homes can undergo with the right retrofitting strategies.Our podcast is set to continue for another three exciting weeks, with a fresh guest featured on each episode. This will include experts in heat pumps, retrofit advisors, experienced contractors, and even a chat with our brand ambassador, Hugh Wallace.For more information on retrofitting go to: https://electricirelandsuperhomes.ie/our-services/#whole-house-retrofit Produced and hosted by Fergal O'Keeffe of lume.ie Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    One Stop Shop Approach to Retrofitting

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 2, 2023 25:53


    In this week's episode, David Flannery, Head of Retrofit Advisory., speaks about the importance of taking a whole-house approach when considering retrofitting, especially through a One Stop Shop. David has 15 years' experience in home energy retrofitting, low-energy construction and sustainable housing development.The Retrofit Podcast airs every Thursday as retrofitting experts share their knowledge and experiences. They will walk you through real-life case studies that showcase the incredible transformations homes can undergo with the right retrofitting strategies.The podcast will run for six weeks featuring a new guest each week. This will include experts in heat pumps, retrofit advisors, experienced contractors, and even a chat with our brand ambassador, Hugh Wallace.For more information on the Whole House Approach go to: https://electricirelandsuperhomes.ie/our-services/#whole-house-retrofit . Electric Ireland Superhomes is a One Stop Shop which looks after all the key stages of a home energy retrofit, from retrofit design through to project completion and payment of SEAI grant funding. And we're here to make the world of home retrofitting feel a little more personal and a lot more accessible.Produced and hosted by Fergal O'Keeffe of lume.ie Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Retrofitting and SEAI Grants

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 25, 2023 25:03


    Welcome to the first episode of our ‘The Retrofit Podcast', featuring David Flannery, our Head of Retrofit Advisory. In this episode, David shares his experience in the retrofitting industry, where he's been instrumental in helping Electric Ireland Superhomes' customers grasp the ins and outs of retrofitting, the benefits of the One Stop Shop approach, and SEAI home energy upgrade grants available. “The Retrofit Podcast” brought to you by Electric Ireland Superhomes will air every Thursday as retrofitting experts share their knowledge and experiences. We will walk you through real-life case studies that showcase the incredible transformation to a ‘Superhome' with the right retrofitting advice and expertise.The podcast will run for six weeks featuring a new guest each week. This will include experts in heat pumps, retrofit advisors, experienced contractors, and even a chat with our brand ambassador, Hugh Wallace.Electric Ireland Superhomes is a One Stop Shop which looks after all the key stages of a home energy retrofit, from retrofit design through to project completion and payment of SEAI grant funding. And we're here to make the world of home retrofitting feel a little more personal and a lot more accessible.For more information on Electric Ireland Superhomes go to https://electricirelandsuperhomes.ieProduced and hosted by Fergal O'Keeffe of lume.ie Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    The Retrofit Podcast Trailer

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 24, 2023 1:22


    Welcome the Retrofit Podcast series brought to you by Electric Ireland Superhomes. This brand-new podcast series aims to help you understand the ins and outs of retrofitting your home for energy efficiency, and we've got some fantastic guests from industry experts to home owners lined up to guide you through it all.So, for now we would ask you to Subscribe wherever you listen to your podcasts to be the first to hear a new episode every Thursday starting in October.Electric Ireland Superhomes is a One Stop Shop which looks after all the key stages of a home energy retrofit, from retrofit design through to project completion and payment of SEAI grant funding. And we're here to make the world of home retrofitting feel a little more personal and a lot more accessible. For more information on Electric Ireland Superhomes go to https://electricirelandsuperhomes.ieProduced and hosted by Fergal O'Keeffe of lume.ie Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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