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Loft Insulation Clitheroe
As any resident of the Ribble valley knows, winters are typically wet, cold and sometimes begin as early as August!
Combined with the cost of living crisis, this climate makes keeping our homes at a comfortable temperature more expensive than ever. Loft insulation provides us with an opportunity to reduce bills by increasing the resistance of our homes’ ‘external fabric’ to the passage of heat.
Hot air rises. This makes the attic space the area by which the most heat is liable to escape per unit of area. According to NGO ‘Heat Saving Trust’, approximately 25% of all heat within the average British home is lost via the roof.
'Payback Period' of Loft Insulation
Therefore, a relatively small investment in loft insulation is likely to yield huge savings in your energy bill as explored by the Heat Saving Trust on there website here. Think of loft insulation like your pension or any other investment.
The only difference is that you’ll potentially see results within two years, recouping your investment and reducing your energy bills substantially.
Other benefits of Loft Insulation
The resistance of your property to heat loss is a major factor contributing to its EPC rating. An EPC rating (more about this here) basically measures the energy efficiency of your home. The EPC is a marketing tool used by estate agents as well as a useful indicator to buyers looking for a cheap home to run.
According to industry sources, loft insulation could add up to 15 points to an EPC report. This could significantly improve a property’s rating and increase property value disproportionately to the total cost of installation.
An additional benefit is that because the installation of loft insulation requires access to the attic space, it would be cost-efficient for loft boarding to be carried out simultaneously by the same contractor. This is by no means necessary but for many homeowners, the increased utility of the attic space merits the investment.
Last but not least, the sound-deadening effect of loft insulation is not to be underestimated. Loft insulation acts to absorb the sound of passing traffic entering the attic through the eaves and roof.
Choosing the Right Insulation
There are a wide range of insulation materials, each suited to different applications. What is common between them all is a unit of measurement known as ‘R-Value’. R simply stands for thermal resistivity, also known as how well a material can block heat.
Mineral wool, with an excellent R-Value, requires approximately 300mm to achieve levels of thermal resistance sufficent to meet the requirements outlined within the Approved Document L of the building regulations.
It is important to note that compliance with the building regs is not necessary when retrofitting a property with insulation. But roughly 300mm of total thickness does happen to be the a cost-effective and future-proofed solution.
Loft Insulation Contracor Clitheroe
ECP Building and Landscaping can help you move forward with your loft insulation project. Our free loft survey will enable us to guide you towards the most cost-effective solution for your needs- start to finish. Get in touch on 01254 806769 or click below and send us an E-Mail.
