FACT : Did you know there is C.E.R.T funding to insulate all private homes and tenanted properties.
FACT : Did you know that if your tenant is in receipt of certain benefits or aged over 70 years there will be no cost to insulate the property(ies) FREE INSULATION
FACT : Did you know that if your tenant is not eligible for free insulation there is a grant of MORE THAN 70% towards the cost of insulating the property(ies)
FACT : Your property(ies) will increase in value as soon as it is insulated
FACT : InsuHeat will organise the whole process of insulating your property(ies), all we need is your permission
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Loft insulation – what’s it all about?
It’s never been more important to think about insulating your loft. Without proper insulation a lot of the valuable, expensive energy you use to heat your home will be lost through the loft. The recommended depth for mineral wool insulation is 270mm however there are other materials which require different depths.
• Why insulate your loft?
• What could you save?
• Could loft insulation work for your home?
• How do you insulate a loft?
• Where can you go for more advice?
Why insulate your loft?
Loft insulation is an effective way to save energy and money at home. A well insulated house keeps warmth exactly where you need it – indoors.
So, insulating your loft – or topping up any insulation you have already – will help to heat your home more efficiently. Using less energy reduces carbon dioxide emissions (CO2): one of the biggest causes of climate change. You will also save money on your bills too.
What could you save?
Annual saving per year
(0 – 270mm) Around £145
(50 – 270mm) Around £40
Installed cost
(0 – 270mm) Around £250
(50 – 270mm) Around £250
Installed payback
(0 – 270mm) Around 2 year
(50 – 270mm) Around 6 years
DIY cost
(0 – 270mm) £350
(50 – 270mm) £150
DIY payback
(0 – 270mm) Up to 3 years
(50 – 270mm) 1 to 9 years
CO 2 saving per year
(0 – 270mm) Around 730kg
(50 – 270mm) Around 210kg
These are estimated figures based on insulating a gas-heated, semi-detached home with three bedrooms.
Loft insulation is effective for at least 40 years, and it will pay for itself over and over again in that time. The better insulated your home, the less energy you need to keep it warm – the more money you’ll save in the long run.
By saving energy, your household will produce less CO2. So, adding or topping up your loft insulation is a great way to do your bit – and reduce your impact on the environment. Plus, to save money on a professional installation, you can even do it yourself.
Did you know?
If everyone in the UK installed 270mm loft insulation, we could save around 520 million and nearly three million tonnes of CO2 every year. That’s enough to fill Wembley Stadium nearly 380 times.
CALL INSUHEAT TODAY TO DISCUSS HOW WE CAN HELP YOU
0800783259 or visit our website www.insuheat.co.uk
Why insulate your cavity walls?
Cavity wall insulation is an effective way to save energy and money at home. A well insulated house keeps warmth exactly where you need it – indoors.
So, insulating your cavity walls will help you to heat your home more efficiently. Using less energy reduces carbon dioxide emissions (CO2): one of the biggest causes of climate change. You will also save money on your bills too.
Cavity wall insulation can also help to reduce condensation inside the house if it is a problem on external walls.
What could you save?
Annual saving per year Around £110
Installed cost Around £199
Installed payback – Around 2 years
CO2 saving per year – Ariound 560kg
These are estimated figures based on insulating a gas-heated, semi-detached home with three bedrooms. The installed cost includes the subsidy available from the major energy suppliers under the Carbon Emissions Reduction Target (CERT); the typical unsubsidised installed cost is around 500.
Cavity wall insulation is so cost effective that it will pay for itself over and over again. The better insulated your home, the less energy you need to keep it warm – and the more money you’ll save.
By insulating your cavity walls you could cut your heating costs and, by saving energy, your household will produce less CO2. So, insulating your cavity walls is a great way to help fight climate change.
There are grants and offers available to help pay for cavity wall insulation – you can search our grants and offers database to see what’s available or call your local advice centre free on 0800 512 012, they’ll be happy to help.
Could cavity wall insulation work for your properties?
Generally speaking, your home will be suitable for cavity wall insulation if:
* its external walls are unfilled cavity walls.
* the masonry/brick work of your property is in good condition.
* your cavity is at least 50mm wide
If your home was built in the last 10 years it is likely that the cavity is already insulated. Some walls exposed to driving rain can also be unsuitable for cavity wall insulation. In all cases if you’re thinking about cavity wall insulation, always check with a registered installer who will assess whether your home ticks all the right boxes. Your local Energy Saving Trust advice centre can put you in contact with a registered installer – just call 0800 512 012.
In the meantime, find out how to identify if you have cavity walls.
Or, if you’re sure your home is not suitable for cavity wall insulation, why not think about solid wall insulation?
Did you know?
An un-insulated home loses around a third of its heat through its external walls. If every UK household that is suitable for cavity wall insulation installed it, we could save around 690 million and nearly 4 million tonnes of CO2 every year.
How do you get cavity wall insulation?
Call InsuHeat on 08007832594
What is a registered installer?
We consider a registered installer for cavity wall insulation being one that is a member of any one of the following organisations:
1. The National Insulation Association (NIA)
2. The Cavity Insulation Guarantee Agency (CIGA)
3. The British Board of Agrement (BBA)
Two key things to look out for when considering an installer:
1. They sign up to a code of professional practice like those provided by the NIA
2. The installation is guaranteed for 25 years by CIGA.
For these installers, the job is simple, quick – and makes no mess. Typically, a home will take around two hours to insulate, depending on how big your house is and how accessible its external cavity walls are.
