Why external wall insulation is the perfect solution for architects
Ever since the 1930s, the method of wall construction has moved over to cavity wall construction in the UK, and since the 1980s insulation has been added to cavities as a matter of course. You would think it is relatively…
An introduction to internal solid wall insulation
Does my property have solid walls? If your house was built prior to the 1930s, the chances are that it has solid walls – simply a solid layer of masonry bricks- rather than cavity walls. According to research twice as much heat…
An introduction to external solid wall insulation
Does my property have solid walls? If your house was built prior to the 1930s, the chances are that it has solid walls (simply a solid layer of masonry bricks). According to research, twice as much heat could be lost through an…
Why should I get external wall insulation?
If you’ve read our blog before, you may have seen us recommending solid wall insulation. With 35% of heat in your home lost through the walls, we think it’s the best way to insulate your home. Here are our 10…
How does insulation work?
As we head into the summer, this may seem like a strange time to be talking about insulating. However, summer is actually the best time to insulate your property. This is for two reasons: It will be done by the…
Does insulation paint work?
What is thermal insulation paint? Thermal insulation paint first entered the energy saving market back in the late 1990s. Since then, there has been an increase in companies looking to exploit the seemly attractive potential in insulating paint. Insulating paint…
What is the best external wall insulation system?
When you are getting a quote for external insulation, it is a little tricky to know what to look for. There are so many different names and systems out there that it is easy to get confused. One thing to remember…
Demystifying U-values and their effect on the heating demand of your house
In this article we are going to figure out the effect of U-values on the heating demand of your home. By adding insulation to the walls of your home, you reduce the U-value and in turn you will save money on your…
How much does external wall insulation cost?
We have discussed external wall insulation a few times on this site, but we often get callers interested in EWI who then baulk when they hear the cost of the work. We want to make sure you are fully aware…
What is a Damp Proof Course (DPC)?
A damp proof course is a layer in the walls of your property that help prevent moisture from move up the walls and into the living area. This is commonly referred to as rising damp. What is rising damp? To…