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  1. Nan Jackson says:

    Please can someone tell me what the Floor Size of a house (as advertised) actually refers to. is it the edge to edge size of the usable area of the house or is it the “footprint” of the house.
    Thank You

  2. Hi Lungelo, The answer is “How long is a piece of string?” There are so many factors that are involved when it comes to designing and drawing up plans that it is impossible to say. The best would be to contact the Institute of Architects (SAIA) and ask them.

  3. Hi, Penny

    I just want to know how much does an architect charge for a six room house plan?

  4. Marina, Insulation is not specified in Part L of SANS 10400 Roofs. It is though in the new XA specs which deal with energy. But the latter dates from 2011, so if your building is older than I don’t think they had to insulate. I’m not 100% sure. Perhaps contact insulation companies to find out their take on the situation.

  5. Hello

    I live in an apartment block on the top floor where there are slate tiles above me. I have recently discovered that there is absolutely no insulation in the roof. It is literally ceiling board and then roof tiles nothing between the the ceiling boards and the roof tiles.

    Is this legal? / up to code?

    Looking forward to your response.

    Regards
    Marina