Engaging a contractor in building works, ordering materials for your retrofit project or making a verbal agreement with a builder? Then you are entering into a contract! But do you know your rights, and if there is something in writing do you read every word before signing on the dotted line? "You can agree to almost anything ... Read more
What do we mean when we talk about energy efficiency and retrofit? Run by Jonathan Atkinson of Manchester-based community energy organisation Carbon Co-op and experienced retrofit architect Marianne Heaslip of URBED, this short, free beginners workshop will explore basic ideas and concepts, helping you get to grips with how you might reduce energy bills, improve your property and ... Read more
An opportunity to meet other trades with retrofit experience in Manchester and access local clients seeking contractors for retrofit.
Learn about energy efficiency and making home improvements What: What do we mean when we talk about energy efficiency and retrofit? In this short, beginners guide we explore basic ideas and concepts, helping you get to grips with how you might reduce energy bills, improve your property and make your home a little bit greener. ... Read more
Visit inspiring eco-homes! Join us for an inspiring day of eco-home visits, meet and speak to people who've retrofitted their homes and get your questions answered! Have you got questions about insulating your home? Want to understand how others have thought through home improvements? What to know how others have found trades people? *WHAT* Open ... Read more
Ever thought of getting an electric bike? We explore everything ebikes: from buying, hiring, retrofitting, commuting or leisure.