We will have an online directory soon but regrettably it isn’t ready yet, so for the moment I would suggest a google search of your area with the words ‘Passive House designer’ and use the suggested vetting process in that page above to know what to ask any professional you are bringing into your design team, including a general contractor or any sub trades you hire yourself.
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To find a Passive House designer near you, I would first check on this page here about how to find building professionals.
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We will have an online directory soon but regrettably it isn’t ready yet, so for the moment I would suggest a google search of your area with the words ‘Passive House designer’ and use the suggested vetting process in that page above to know what to ask any professional you are bringing into your design team, including a general contractor or any sub trades you hire yourself.