What may be original
- Region-specific envelope and service systems
- Later retrofit layers should be recorded separately
South Africa House DNA
Contemporary South African homes
More insulation, solar systems, complex waterproofing and efficient services.
2010–present
What deserves attention
- solar penetrations
- water storage
- cooling condensation
- commissioning
Reduce uncertainty first
- Confirm original construction era
- Record major renovations
- Compare symptom timing with weather and system use
Add to House DNA
Open My House →Original era is only the start.
Record later insulation, windows, roof, ventilation and service replacements in My House before relying on era assumptions.
