Types of Insulation Available
There are several types of insulation available, and the right choice for your home depends on your property’s construction and needs. At Free Insulation Grant, our professional surveyors assess your home and determine the best insulation solution for you.
Cavity Wall Insulation
Cavity walls, found in many UK homes built after 1920, have a gap between the two layers of bricks. Cavity wall insulation involves filling this gap with insulating material, which reduces heat loss and helps keep your home warmer. This type of insulation can reduce your heating costs by up to 35%. It’s a simple process, and once installed, cavity wall insulation can last for the lifetime of your home.
Internal Wall Insulation
Homes built before 1920 typically have solid walls rather than cavity walls. These walls allow more heat to escape, making them less energy-efficient. Solid wall insulation can be applied either internally to prevent heat loss and improve comfort. This involves applying insulation to the inside of your walls.
Loft Insulation
Loft insulation is one of the most cost-effective ways to improve your home’s energy efficiency. Heat rises, and in an uninsulated home, a significant amount of warmth is lost through the roof. By insulating your loft or attic space, you can prevent this heat loss and reduce your heating costs by up to 25%. Loft insulation involves laying insulation material between and over the joists in your loft, trapping heat inside your home.
Floor Insulation
If your home has a suspended timber floor, insulation can be installed beneath the floorboards to reduce heat loss and improve warmth. Floor insulation is particularly useful for homes with draughty ground floors, as it prevents cold air from entering through gaps in the floor. By insulating your floors, you can further reduce your energy bills and create a more comfortable living environment.
Room-In-Roof
Room in Roof Insulation is a cost-effective solution for homes with loft conversions or rooms in the roof space. By insulating the sloping ceilings, walls, and any gable ends or dormer windows, this type of insulation helps retain heat, making your top floor warmer in winter and cooler in summer. It significantly reduces heat loss, improves comfort, and can lower your energy bills. If you have a room in your roof, this insulation is a great way to boost your home’s energy efficiency and enjoy a more comfortable living space.
This is the average estimated heat loss from a poorly insulated home in the UK
Insulation Could Help You Save On Your Energy Bills
A poorly insulated home will lose 35% of its heat through the walls, 15% through the floor, and 25% through the roof. The other 25% is lost through areas such as windows and doors.
In the UK climate where temperatures are lower or the wind is stronger, more heat can be lost. Therefore, insulating your home is a necessary step to help create a more comfortable living environment.
Free Insulation for Your Home
We are dedicated to helping UK homeowners and private renters access government-backed funding to make their homes more energy-efficient, comfortable, and affordable. Through the UK Government’s insulation grant schemes, you can get 100% free insulation installed in your home, helping you save money on energy bills, reduce your carbon footprint and enjoy a better living environment. You can make your home warmer, cleaner, and quieter with a 100% free insulation grant.
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Please check out the gov.uk website for more information about the Great British Insulation Scheme and ECO4 grant.