Today I was taking measurements for the VIPs (vacuum insulated panels) that we will be using to insulate the front elevation, at ground and first floor levels. When I took off the plaster above the front door frame, I discovered that the lintel above the door opening had suffered from dry rot...

Today I went to the house because I'd agreed to meet the electrician on-site, to go through a few issues regarding cable routes etc.

Whilst I was there, I noticed that the builders had completed the insulation in the front attic room, ready for beginning the taping on Monday morning (the back rooms still need another layer)...

Today has been all about insulation. The builders have been making good progress with the PIR in the attic - more on that below. I've just ordered another £180 worth of air-tightness tapes and sealants from Green Building Store, which should arrive tomorrow, ready to start taping on Monday. And I've also been costing out the VIPs (that's vacuum insulated panels) for the internal walls in the ground and first floor rooms, at the front. VIP is the only thing that can get us the required U-value in minimum thickness...