Do you need to insulate between flats?
Here’s a question we get called about all the time! Should you insulate party walls or floors? Does it make a difference or are you just wasting money? Floor and Ceiling Insulation Let’s say for argument sake you live in…
Should I get a green roof?
A green roof is a roof of a building, which is covered with vegetation – think of the kids’ programme ‘Teletubbies’. The popularity of green roofs have increased dramatically over the past few years due to the perceived environmental and…
How building regulations have changed over time
How building regulations have tightened up over the last 50 years We often talk about U-values here at TheGreenAge – these have changed considerably over the years as building regulations were bought in to help improve the energy efficiency of…
Should I remove old loft insulation?
We often get asked when a customer is installing loft insulation whether they should get the old insulation removed. We wanted to provide you with a comprehensive answer to this question, so here are the key points! Is new insulation…
Why should landlords make their properties efficient?
Many landlords out there don’t really care about the property they are renting, as long as they get their rent money, but there are several reasons why you should take a look at some energy saving options: Regulations coming in…
Is sheepwool insulation resistant to rodents and moths?
In the past there have been numerous reports of sheep wool insulation attracting all types of pests and it is a question we get frequently asked here at TheGreenAge – are the sheep wool fibres going to become a home…
Can I get loft insulation for free?
[Update: Although the Green Deal has now finished, some people are still eligible for funding under ECO. Find more information here.] Why bother installing loft insulation? Loft insulation is a great way to increase the energy efficiency of your home…
What is a Green Roof?
What is a Green Roof? To many of us, a green roof seems very ‘out there’. Something only the most hardcore ‘greenies’ would even contemplate. But they aren’t quite as unusual or impractical as they would first appear. In fact,…
How do you insulate a loft conversion?
With all the demands on space and the value of homes rising rapidly, loft conversions are becoming a great way to expand the floor space of your home and increase its value. As you might know, the roof is one…
Loft insulation and Storage
Want to use your loft for storage, but still want it insulated? Many of us store old bits and pieces in the loft like luggage and Christmas decorations, but one of the biggest problems is storing these on wool insulation…