EXTERNAL WALL INSULATION

Insulate your walls 

External Building Insulation Improves Your  Property’s Energy Efficiency.

External wall insulation involves fixing a layer of insulation material to the wall, then covering it with a special type of render (plasterwork) or cladding. The finish can be smooth, textured, painted, tiled, panelled, pebble-dashed, or finished with brick slips.

• It can be applied without disruption to the household does not reduce the floor area of your home
• It will renew the appearance of outer walls.
• It will improve weatherproofing and sound resistance.
• It fills cracks and gaps in the brickwork, which will reduce draughts.
• Increases the lifespan of your walls by protecting the brickwork.
• It requires good access to the outer walls.
• It is not recommended if the outer walls are structurally unsound and cannot be repaired.

INTERNAL WALL INSULATION

Insulating your home is still a powerful method of saving both energy and money in the UK.

Internal wall insulation involves the application of insulation to the interior face of external walls in order to improve the thermal performance of the property. 

There are four main methods of installation — the most common is building a new studwall, to which insulation can be added.

Internal wall insulation can, however, be disruptive and require the removal and re-fixing of items such as switches, radiators and kitchen units, so you need to be sure it is the best insulation solution for your home. 

Creating an airtight layer is vital, so awkward areas, such as reveals and floor voids, require particular care.

internal wall insulation grants will help to keep heating costs low because your boiler won't need as much energy to warm your home. Adding effective insulation means you'll not only be spending less on heating bills but also reducing your carbon footprint.

Loft Insulation

A third of the heating in a property may be lost with insufficient loft insulating material? Government grants for loft insulation can stop this from happening and help you save money.

A loft insulation grant can save significant amounts of money on your fuel bills because it improves the thermal efficiency of your home. 25% of heat is lost through the roof, meaning improved insulation can reduce this amount significantly.

Loft insulation is a barrier of material in your roof space that traps heat. It can either be laid between the joists (the horizontal beams along the floor of your attic) or the rafters (the angled beams that support the roof).

Either way, it’s like a big cosy blanket that slows down the transfer of heat between your living space and the outside world.

Insulation not only warms your home in winter, but keeps it cool in summer.

Other benefits of loft insulation include:

• Lower heating bills
• Improving your home’senergy efficiencyrating
• Increasing your home’s value

Room in Roof 

Room in Roof refers to a living area located within a roof area accessed through a fixed staircase and a window of any type.

The appearance of room in roofs can be very different depending on their type. A typical room in roof is a dormer property or a pitched roof space with windows.

Attic or room in roof insulation sounds similar to loft insulation, however, the way it is installed is different and depends on the room. Find out now how your conversion can be insulated to reduce your energy bills and keep you warmer!

Having a room in your roof is different from having just an accessible attic for storage. This type of insulation is made up of the same stuff as what is laid down in lofts, however, it comes in the form of boards. These boards are made up of the insulation plus a cover to fit in with the atmosphere of the room while remaining effective

What are the benefits of room in roof insulation?

• It keeps converted lofts warm and cosy, making them more comfortable.
• Prevents heat escaping through your roof to help maintain throughout your home.
• Reduces your energy bills as you need to spend less as your home will stay warm for longer.
• Increases the value and desirability of your home.

Door and Windows

There are countless benefits to getting double glazed windows and doors for your home. It’s great at reducing noise, plus you can add an extra layer of insulation to keep the heat locked in saving you money,

• liminate draughts and keep the warmth inside your home with A-Rated energy-efficient windows
• Reduce your energy bills -  double glazing windows are recommended by the Energy Saving Trust
• Give your property a clean, new, fresh look

U-values, your windows thermal efficiency indicator

When choosing new windows and doors, it might seem overwhelming to consider all of the components 

A simple way you might choose to compare products is by considering their U-values.

In simple terms, the U-value measures the amount of heat allowed to escape through a window (heat loss). In both cold and warm climates good U-values are important measures for understanding the amount of energy that is needed to keep a comfortable inside temperature. When assessing a window’s ability to retain heat (insulation), the lower the U-value the better.

Choosing new modern energy-efficient windows, you’ll take advantage of sunlight and avoid excessive heat loss through the pane. This could save you up to 30 percent on your heating bills compared to older windows.

Boiler

A modern boiler grant is an effective way to reduce energy bills. A condensing boiler recovers more heat from the exhaust flue gas and uses it to heat the central heating water, making it more efficient than older boilers.

With energy bills more expensive than ever, your boiler needs to be heating your home for the lowest possible cost. Boilers installed in the UK are required to be condensing boilers. These are far more efficient than traditional boilers as they release gas at just 55 degrees Celsius (rather than 180 degrees), therefore requiring less energy to generate the same amount of heat.

Air source or ground source heating

Air-Source Heat Pumps are a new type of modern, electric central heating system. We'll discuss what they are, how they're installed, what the grant would provide and whether you're eligible to have the work done now rather than waiting.

Air-Source Heat Pumps are a renewable type of low carbon heating system that utilise air outside. They can be used as low as -15 degrees centigrade.  When sucking in air, it is condensed, heating it and providing warmth to a home.

The pump and fan unit are placed next to an external wall and fitted to the ground. Pipes are installed which carry hot water through them. There are two types of system, monobloc and split. The type of system installed will depend on the space available and your budget.