Articles by Argile

On a solar hot water job, the right collector is the difference between an installation that runs all year and one that disappoints the moment it turns cold. Flat-plate glazed or evacuated tube, the real trade-off is between ease of installation, cold-weather performance and budget. Clarifying these points at the quote stage protects your performance and your client's satisfaction.

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On site, a wall’s U-value is often what separates a solution that “just about works” from one that truly holds up. As a tradesperson, you need a fast, reliable calculation, even when the wall composition changes from room to room or you have to choose between two thicknesses. Here we show you a simple method, with clear tables, to get a clean U-value without spending the whole evening on it.

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On your projects, the real challenge is moving fast without missing a compliance point that could cost you a client callback or a file to redo. With Argile, you keep a clear method, well-organized evidence and reports ready earlier, even when the day is packed. Less time spent hunting for information, more peace of mind when you have to justify every choice. And you move forward with a solid organization, without weighing down your daily routine.

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When a client wants to keep their oil boiler but cut the bill, you have a simple card to play: adding a solution that takes over as soon as the weather turns mild, without touching the whole radiator network. In practice, you modernise in stages, secure comfort, and make both the job and the quote easier, with a result that's quick to explain and to sell.

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When a client wants to heat the house and produce hot water with the same installation, you're the one who has to quickly separate promises from job-site reality. With the right configuration, you can aim for concrete savings on the bill, without complicating maintenance or overloading the boiler room. Here's a rundown of the choices that really matter, from sizing to connection.

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When a client wants to heat the house and produce hot water with the same installation, you're the one who has to quickly separate promises from job-site reality. With the right configuration, you can aim for concrete savings on the bill, without complicating maintenance or overloading the boiler room. Here's a rundown of the choices that really matter, from sizing to connection.

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On site, a wall's performance isn't a matter of feel but a simple number that speaks for itself. Reading a U-value correctly means knowing where losses occur, comparing two solutions without error, and justifying your choices to the client in clear terms. With a few reference points, you save time when quoting and secure the result once the wall is closed up.

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In your energy retrofit projects, saving time should never come at the expense of quality. When files pile up one after another, well-tuned advanced features can make your calculations more reliable, smooth out exchanges and secure your deliverables. The idea is simple: help you move faster while keeping full control over every technical choice.

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When you renovate an old wall, the real challenge is gaining comfort without trapping moisture in the masonry. With a well-proportioned lime and hemp mix, you can smooth out walls, improve the sensation of warmth and keep walls that breathe, without overengineering it. That gives you a simple, coherent and durable solution to offer your clients.

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Your customers want to use their solar electricity in the evening, without depending on the grid. With a properly sized home storage system, you turn a daytime surplus into real comfort and visible savings. The right choice hinges on usage, power demand and available space, not on a marketing promise.

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With stone walls, you don't play sorcerer's apprentice. For you as a tradesperson, the real challenge is keeping the wall healthy, without blocking moisture or creating hidden condensation, while still gaining comfort. Before choosing a build-up, check the condition of the joints, rising damp, and ventilation. A good solution respects the "breathability" of the old building, and saves you from costly callbacks.

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When a client is torn between two options, you need facts, not memories. Being able to pull up in one click what was simulated, when, and with which parameters protects your pricing and avoids pointless back-and-forth. And when versions evolve, a clear comparison helps you explain the gaps, keep a coherent job-site logic, and quickly settle on the right calculation method.

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