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Regulation, field practice and tools: our analysis to help renovation professionals sell and deliver energy retrofits.

Argile productMarch 19, 2026
Solar coverage factor: impact of orientation and climate zone

On a roof, orientation and the zone you're working in change everything, both for summer comfort and for winter gains. By mastering the coverage factor, you can justify your choices to the client without endless calculations, and secure the actual performance of the job. The idea is simple, aim for the right balance between protection and gains, based on the façade and the local climate.

6 min read

Argile productMarch 19, 2026
ECO vs COMFORT profile: tailoring the quote to the client's profile

A quote that lands right is rarely a matter of price. It's mainly your ability to understand what the client really wants, long-term savings or immediate comfort, and translate that into clear options. By asking 3 or 4 good questions right from the site visit, you avoid misunderstandings, secure the signature and add value to your advice, without burying the client under details.

6 min read

Energy renovationMarch 19, 2026
Replacing a collective boiler: the decision-making journey

Replacing a collective boiler is often a mix of technical, budget and timing considerations. For you, the tradesperson, the real win is helping the building council decide quickly. By asking the right questions right away (breakdowns, consumption, boiler room constraints, subsidies), you turn an endless debate into a clear decision.

6 min read

ContractorsMarch 19, 2026
Switching from split heating to central heating: when it pays off

Between a single system and room-by-room equipment, the question isn't the technology, it's the right project scenario. As a tradesperson, you save time when you know where the real costs hide, network to build, maintenance, controls, and above all how the home is actually used. The idea is to choose the solution that holds up over time, not just on the quote.

5 min read

ContractorsMarch 18, 2026
Whole-house renovations: making collaboration between trades work

On an energy retrofit site, the difference between a satisfied client and a blow-up often plays out at your interfaces. When insulation, ventilation and heating follow one another, simple coordination, clear handover points and sharply defined responsibilities prevent rework and tension. You save time, you secure quality, and so do your partners.

5 min read

Argile productMarch 18, 2026
Mistakes avoided thanks to Argile's AI assistant

On a job site, mistakes don't forgive. A gap in a quote, poorly checked information about a grant, and you lose time, or even end up with an unhappy client. With an AI assistant built for energy-renovation professionals, you secure your answers, your technical choices and your deliverables, without drowning in paperwork.

4 min read

Argile productMarch 18, 2026
Home occupancy: maximum number of occupants by type

When you size ventilation, a hot water tank or even insulation, the number of people in the home changes everything. Too optimistic, and you underestimate humidity, needs and usage, and the job gets complicated after handover. We lay out simple benchmarks for what can be expected by home type, so you can price accurately from the start.

5 min read

ContractorsMarch 18, 2026
Design outdoor temperature in France: value by department and calculation

For sizing that holds up, everything hinges on the right local cold-weather scenario. As a tradesperson, this benchmark is what keeps you from installing a heat pump that runs at overcapacity or, conversely, an oversized system that costs more and regulates poorly. With a few simple checks, you can secure your power choice and your on-site performance.

7 min read

ContractorsMarch 18, 2026
Central vs split heating: implications for renovation

Between a single hydraulic network and room-by-room equipment, your clients mainly want comfort without a runaway bill. In renovation, the right choice turns on three very concrete points: the state of the building, actual usage patterns, and the ability to control zone by zone. By framing these criteria as early as the visit, you secure the quote and avoid bad surprises on site.

5 min read

ContractorsMarch 18, 2026
How to choose between an air-to-air heat pump and an air-to-water heat pump?

On a job site, the right heating choice often comes down to two simple questions. What level of comfort does your client expect, and what network already exists in the home, radiators, underfloor heating, or nothing at all. By asking the right questions from the site visit, you avoid bad surprises and protect your margin.

5 min read

ContractorsMarch 17, 2026
Structuring your energy renovation business in 2026

In 2026, what makes the difference isn't just your know-how, it's your organization. A clear structure, well-defined roles and tight job tracking save you from endless days and margins that evaporate. Set the right framework now, and you gain as much in peace of mind as in profitability.

5 min read

Argile productMarch 16, 2026
Augmented tradesperson: how Argile is revolutionizing your trade

On a job site, what matters is moving fast, working cleanly, and not getting bogged down in paperwork. With an assistant that helps you scope the work, quote more accurately and prepare your files, you stay in control while saving time day to day. The result is more peace of mind for you, and better-supported clients, from the first conversation to the end of the job.

5 min read

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