Q1.
Where can I find Passive House-certified windows and doors in Canada?
If you’re looking for high-quality Passive House-certified windows and doors, Rollplast is a trusted supplier of industry-leading energy-efficient solutions. We offer:
•Kömmerling 88 Passive House-certified windows and doors, known for exceptional insulation and airtight performance.
•Schüco AWS 90.SI+ Passive House windows, offering high thermal efficiency and sleek modern design.
•Schüco AD UP 90.SI door systems, designed for airtight, energy-efficient entryways.
Whether you’re building a new Passive House or upgrading an existing home, Rollplast provides cutting-edge window and door solutions to help you achieve optimal energy efficiency, comfort, and sustainability. Contact us today to find the best Passive House products for your project!
Q2.
Are Passive House buildings comfortable to live in?
Yes! Passive House buildings are designed to offer superior indoor comfort by maintaining a consistent, well-regulated temperature throughout the year. Features that enhance comfort include:
•Draft-free living, thanks to airtight construction and high-performance doors and windows.
•Superior sound insulation, reducing outdoor noise pollution.
•Balanced indoor climate, preventing cold spots and overheating.
•High air quality, with a continuous supply of fresh, filtered air through an HRV system.
With Passive House-certified windows and doors from Rollplast, such as the Schüco AWS 90.SI+ and Kömmerling 88, homeowners experience unmatched thermal comfort and indoor air quality.
Q3.
How much does it cost to build a Passive House in Canada?
The initial cost of a Passive House is typically 5-15% higher than conventional construction due to the need for high-performance materials, triple-glazed windows, airtight insulation, and advanced ventilation systems. However, the long-term energy savings make it a cost-effective investment. Key benefits include:
•Up to 90% reduction in heating and cooling costs, significantly lowering utility bills.
•Higher property value, as energy-efficient homes are increasingly in demand.
•Minimal maintenance costs, thanks to durable and long-lasting Passive House components.
Choosing Passive House-certified windows and doors from Rollplast, such as Kömmerling 88 and Schüco AWS 90.SI+, ensures that your investment provides maximum energy efficiency and long-term savings.
Q4.
What is a Passive House, and why is it important in Canada?
A Passive House is a high-performance building standard designed to maximize energy efficiency, thermal comfort, and indoor air quality while minimizing energy consumption. These homes use advanced insulation, airtight construction, high-performance windows and doors, and heat recovery ventilation (HRV) systems to maintain a comfortable indoor temperature year-round. In Canada’s harsh climate, where extreme cold in winter and hot summers can lead to high energy costs, Passive House-certified buildings significantly reduce the need for active heating and cooling, cutting energy bills by up to 90% compared to conventional homes. Rollplast is proud to supply Passive House-certified products, such as the Kömmerling 88 windows and doors, as well as the Schüco AWS 90.SI+ and Schüco AD UP 90.SI door system, ensuring optimal energy efficiency and comfort for Canadian homeowners.
Q5.
What are the key requirements for a Passive House?
Passive House buildings must meet strict energy performance criteria to achieve certification. These include:
•Extremely low energy consumption (space heating demand must be ≤ 15 kWh/m² per year).
•Airtight construction with an air change rate of ≤ 0.6 air changes per hour (ACH) at 50 Pa pressure.
•Superior insulation to prevent heat loss, including high-performance windows and doors.
•Thermal bridge-free construction, meaning materials and connections do not create areas of heat loss.
•Mechanical ventilation with heat recovery (HRV) to provide fresh air without significant energy loss.
Rollplast offers Passive House-certified products like Kömmerling 88 and Schüco AWS 90.SI+ windows, which meet and exceed these strict requirements, ensuring superior energy efficiency.
Q6.
How do Passive House windows and doors improve energy efficiency?
Windows and doors play a critical role in Passive House design by minimizing heat loss and maximizing solar gain. To meet Passive House standards, windows and doors must have:
•Triple glazing with high solar heat gain coefficient (SHGC) to retain heat in winter.
•Insulated frames and airtight seals to prevent drafts and thermal leaks.
•Low U-values (thermal transmittance), ensuring minimal heat loss.
Rollplast supplies Passive House-certified windows and doors such as the Kömmerling 88 system, which achieves a Uw value of up to 0.79 W/(m²K), and Schüco AWS 90.SI+ windows, designed for superior insulation and airtight performance. Additionally, the Schüco AD UP 90.SI door system ensures that entrances are well-sealed and thermally efficient, reducing energy waste.
Q7.
Can I retrofit my existing home to meet Passive House standards?
Yes, while new builds are easier to design for Passive House certification, existing homes can be retrofitted to meet Passive House or EnerPHit (Passive House retrofit) standards. Some key upgrades include:
•Installing Passive House-certified windows and doors, such as Kömmerling 88 or Schüco AWS 90.SI+.
•Upgrading wall, roof, and basement insulation to prevent heat loss.
•Sealing air leaks and improving airtightness with high-performance materials.
•Integrating an HRV system to ensure constant fresh air circulation without heat loss.
•Using thermal bridge-free construction techniques to eliminate weak points in insulation.
Rollplast offers certified Passive House windows and doors that make retrofitting easier, helping homeowners achieve maximum energy savings.
