House Monitoring Tool In The Post
March 10, 2025
In this episode of the Refurb and Retrofit podcast, host Matt Milloy interviews Hermione Crease, CEO of Permetrix, a company specializing in tools for measuring housing performance. They discuss the importance of accurate data in retrofit projects, the user-friendly nature of Permetrix's testing kits, and the company's commitment to data privacy under GDPR. Hermione explains how their tools provide valuable insights for homeowners and professionals alike, emphasizing the need for accurate measurements to guide retrofit decisions. The conversation also touches on the future of the company, the role of AI in home monitoring, and the challenges of addressing climate resilience in building design.
- Permetrix provides test kits for measuring housing performance.
- The tools help assess heat loss and ventilation in homes.
- User-friendly design allows homeowners to easily collect data.
- Data privacy is ensured under GDPR regulations.
- Accurate measurements are crucial for effective retrofitting.
- Many EPCs are inaccurate, leading to funding allocation issues.
- Permetrix tools validate retrofit work and ensure quality assurance.
- The company aims to penetrate the heat pump market effectively.
- AI could enhance personalized monitoring solutions in homes.
- Research is needed to address climate resilience and overheating.