Why are London apartments so hot?
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London is certainly not known for its hot climate, but many people throughout the city are experiencing overheating in their flats and wondering why their London apartments are so hot.
Everyone seems to be asking the same question: why do these flats and apartments keep getting hotter?
A few factors are related to this phenomenon, and our managing director, Savva, goes through them individually in this recent video. Here they are:
- No regulation
Unlike heating, which developers must provide, there’s no regulation for cooling. So, while everything is equipped to be nice and toasty for the chillier winter months, there’s nothing in place for when it’s boiling.
- Solar gain
While the large windows are beautiful and make for great views, they’re not the best for keeping spaces cool. They attract tons of heat, which causes apartments to get very hot.
- Ventilation
Many new buildings have windows that barely open, causing the space to have very little ventilation. If you can open a window, the cross breeze might be so minimal it doesn’t make much impact. Plus, things like noise and pollution can get into an apartment.
- Insulation
Over the last 20 years, insulation levels have become more demanding. This is great for not letting the heat out but keeps trapping the heat in.
We’re facing a “perfect storm” scenario in London right now. People are buying beautiful apartments with great views but are overwhelmed with heat. These are just a few reasons why London apartments are so hot.
You can watch the video below for a more detailed explanation.
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