Loft insulation can help improve the energy efficiency of your home and lower energy bills while helping to decrease carbon emissions.
No matter if you choose DIY loft insulation installation or professional service, there are a range of insulation solutions to consider including rolls and loose fill.
Easy to install
Insulating your loft space should be an easy DIY job if you are an accomplished DIYer. All it requires are some basic tools and the knowledge of their proper use.
An effective first step to loft cleaning is making sure your space is free from clutter. This will allow for safer and more effective work environments.
Before installing loft insulation, always double check that all electricity and lighting cables have been disconnected, to avoid exposing them to the elements while you insulate your loft.
Attach the insulation between floor joists either directly or at right angles, and lay it to an approximate depth of around 270mm depending on joist spacing.
Add another layer of loft insulation at right angles to the joists to prevent moisture and condensation buildup. It should be installed deep enough so as to avoid moisture buildup or condensation issues.
Less expensive than other insulation options
Loft insulation is one of the best ways to lower heating bills as it prevents heat loss from the home and can save up to PS380 annually for detached properties, PS165 per year for semi-detached properties, and up to PS375 annually in terraced properties.
There are various types of loft insulation to consider and selecting one will depend on your desired goals for this project. There are also eco-friendly alternatives that may offer greater benefits.
Glass fibre, rockwool and mineral wool insulation products are widely available at DIY stores as well as specialist insulation suppliers. Each works effectively in loft spaces of all kinds and is offered with different thicknesses to meet individual requirements.
Simple to store
Insulating your loft is an easy and effective way to increase thermal performance and lower energy bills while helping the planet by decreasing your carbon footprint and fighting climate change.
Insulation solutions exist for every budget and requirement, from simple rolls that can easily fit between ceiling joists to more complicated options such as spray foam insulation that create a blanket of protection for ceiling joists.
Choose between mineral wool, sheep’s wool and glass wool for optimal thermal performance, while an acoustic loft roll may help block out noise from outside sources.
For an easier installation process, opt for rigid insulation boards which are half as thick and can be placed directly between joists before installing floorboards on top. This option may also work better if you plan on using your loft for storage as well.
Environmentally friendly
Eco-friendly loft insulation rolls provide homeowners who prioritize sustainability with an effective means to do so. Constructed from recycled materials, eco-friendly insulation does not release harmful toxins into the air and is therefore an eco-friendly alternative option.
CertainTeed offers loft insulation made of post-consumer plastic bottles as an eco-friendly, non-toxic, formaldehyde-free alternative to fiberglass blown in insulation.
Wool insulation is another cost-effective and eco-friendly choice that comes in rolls just like fiberglass insulation.
Easy to install, the product offers superior moisture, mold, pest and fungus resistance and fire prevention thanks to a non-toxic boron-based fire retardant treatment.
Recycled polyester loft insulation is an eco-friendly and cost-effective way to insulate your home or caravan, offering long-term energy savings at minimal expense. In addition, its non-hygroscopic properties don’t promote mould growth – making this insulation choice one of the best value insulation choices on the market!