Education and quality assurance vital to safe insulation programs
Education, better management and quality assurance are key to ensuring best outcomes from the insulation, solar and other energy efficiency measures funded by the Federal Government,” Mr Danny Morgan, Managing Director of Enact Energy Australian said today.
Enact Energy operates the national Green Project, which has installed insulation, solar heating and other green measures into thousands of Australian homes, and helping people to improve the energy efficiency of their buildings
“We recommend householders ask for proof that the product meets Australian Performance Standards and comes with life time warranties on the safety and performance of the product. This should include the insulation being fire safe and noncombustible to the Australian Standard.
Improved building energy efficiency is a relatively new initiative in Australia and one that has never been practiced by any government on such a large scale.
Mr Morgan said, “Education and training and quality assurance are vital to safe and reliable home improvements.”
‘It is important for householders to choose reputable installers with certified products. Insulation stays in your roof for the life of your home and you get what you pay for. It is vital that installations are professionally done, the safety of Australian families is too important to cut corners on installation quality.”
“Consumers should also look for reliable installers who include random follow-up inspections of installations and provide quality assurance on all installations. This will help homeowners feel sure they are getting the best and most reliable product available for the price,” Mr Morgan said.
Through its national Green Project Enact Energy also offers a comprehensive home energy efficiency service including a free information service, free home energy audits and promotes subsidised solar hot water systems and heat pumps, changes to energy efficient light bulbs and water efficient shower heads.
Mr Morgan said, “If homeowners are unsure about what product to install, they can call the national Green Project hotline on 1800 442 443.
“The Green Project was set up by Enact Energy as an additional service to the Federal and State Governments’ drive for more energy efficient lifestyles.
“This unique program takes the worry out of finding a provider for home energy efficiency products including insulation. The Green Project brings it all together; ensuring that the right products available under various government rebate schemes are installed to a high standard,” Mr Morgan said.
More information about the national Green Project is available on website: www.greenproject.com.au.
