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Net Zero

Net Zero Emissions Targets for Developers

PassivHaus

PassivHaus & EnerPHit Design & Certification

Part L, F & O

Efficiency, Ventilation & Overheating

Future Homes

2025 UK Future Homes Standard (FHS)

We deliver a range of services to large residential developments and newbuild housing. Mantis partners with developers and housing associations to support the design and construction of low energy & sustainable homes that meet the UK’s Net Zero targets.

From meeting the future homes standard to achieving PassivHaus Certification our in house capability can provide comprehensive support often provided by multiple service providers by one point of contact allowing for an efficient and scalable service.

Our Residential Sector Expertise

Mantis have supported a large number of residential developments from newbuild housing to high rise apartments. We specialise in providing energy solutions specifically tailored for large-scale residential projects, including new build estates and housing association newbuilding programmes.

We support a variety of residential projects such as:

  • Newbuild Housing
  • Newbuild Apartment Blocks
  • Existing Housing Retrofit
  • Existing Apartment Blocks Retrofit
  • Commercial to Residential Conversions

We also work with a variety of clients such as:

  • Newbuild Housing Developers
  • Local Authorities
  • Housing Associations
  • Student Housing Developers
  • Social Impact Developers

Our Design Services

Our offerings for large residential developments and housing associations include:

  • Low Energy Building Design and Retrofit: Design services from newbuild PassivHaus certification to PAS2035 retrofit standards
  • Building Services Engineering: Efficient and sustainable building services design utilising low carbon heating systems and renewable energy.
  • Retrofit Services: PAS 2030 & PAS2035 Compliant Retrofit Design and Installation Services from single measures to whole house retrofit
  • Energy Compliance: 
    • Part L SAP Calculations & Energy Performance Certificates (EPC)
    • Part O Dynamic Overheating Modelling
    • Part F Ventilation Design
    • Air Pressure Testing
    • Ventilation Testing

Our Contracting Services

Our offerings for large residential developments and housing associations include:

  • Mechanical Contracting:
    • 1st and 2nd Fix Plumbing (Heating and Hot & Cold Water Systems)
    • Underfloor Heating Systems
    • Air Source Heat Pumps
    • Mechanical Ventilation with Heat Recovery (MVHR)
    • Centralise and De-centralised Mechanical Ventilation
    • Above ground drainage
  • Electrical Contracting:
    • 1st & 2nd Fix Electrical Works (Lighting, Small Power, Fire & Security)
    • Utility Infrastructure Upgrades
    • Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Systems
    • Battery Storage
  • On Site Construction:
    • Airtight and thermal bridge detail installation (Floor to Wall, Wall to Ceiling, Loft)
    • Wall Insulation Systems: External Wall (EWI), Internal Wall (IWI) & Cavity Wall Insulation (CWI
    • Supply and Installation of Kitchens and Bathrooms
    • Supply and Installation of Efficient Windows & Doors (Double Glazed and Triple Glazed)
    • Sustainable Insulation Supply & Installation (Woodfibre, Lime Based Systems)

Why Developers Choose Mantis 

Our Expertise and Accreditations

  • ISO 9001, 14001, 45001 Integrated Management Syste
  • Safe Contractor and SSIP Certified
  • PAS2030 & MCS Certified
  • PassivHaus Consultant & PassivHaus Tradesperson Certified
  • PAS2035 Retrofit Coordinators
  • CIBSE Member Building Services Team
  • Elmhurst Energy Accredited Compliance Team

Our Approved Frameworks as Consultants and Contractors 

  • CHIC
  • Procure Plus
  • EN: Procure
  • North West Net Zero Hub
  • Midlands Net Zero Hub
  • Bloom / NEPRO3
  • Laser Energy