#107 - Retrofitting

The Accord Mortgages Growth Series Podcast

In this episode of the Growth Series podcast, Corporate Account Manager Gurpreet Chahal is joined by Giles Smith, Technical Director at SDL Surveying and Simon Jackson, CEO at SDL Surveying, to discuss the critical role brokers play in supporting clients to retrofit homes, aiding the UK's journey towards net zero carbon emissions.

They explore the complexities of housing contributions to carbon emissions, the need for large-scale retrofitting, the challenges presented by the UK’s old housing stock and the importance of education and skilled tradespeople. The conversation also covers the role of green finance, grants and the necessity for a clear governmental directive to support the retrofit industry, providing brokers with practical advice on how to navigate these challenges and support clients effectively.