Poor insulation can lead to all kinds of problems around the house. From structural issues to mould and mildew, several problems like these can be easily eliminated by repairing or replacing the wall insulation. In the following post, we take a quick look at some of the common signs of inadequate insulation and how you can easily fix them.
Continue reading “Signs of Inadequate Wall Insulation and How to Fix Them”When it comes to insulating walls, the obvious choices are spray foam, blow-in and batt insulation. It helps to reduce cooling and heating bills, saves energy and controls noise. It also helps to decrease condensation and prevent the growth of mould. Keep reading because Ecotite has compiled all the ways that insulating your walls can benefit you.
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Insulation is crucial to homes, as well as, offices in the UK. Since the energy bills are not cheap, people have to look for ways to reduce energy consumption. One of the best ways to do that is by insulating one’s home or office. Along with maintaining a desired temperature throughout the year, insulation also helps to reduce noise pollution and keep the bugs and insects outside. At Ecotite, we specialise in providing spray foam insulation. Spray foam is eco-friendly, long-lasting and can be sprayed on any surface.
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Most of the energy that your home uses is for cooling and heating. By insulating your home properly, you can keep the temperature comfortable and also reduce your energy bills. Most new-build homes are insulated either in the attic or the floors that are found right above crawl spaces or unfinished basements. In older homes, the productive places to add insulation are attics, crawl spaces, basement and most importantly, exterior walls.
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Internal wall insulation is much more affordable than external wall insulation and this is why it is popular. As one of the leading wall insulation companies in London, Ecotite advises you to be careful when opting for internal wall insulation as it can change the nature of your building.
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External wall insulation is an increasingly popular way of insulating homes and offices in the UK. This type of insulation fits outside of a property and along with improving the thermal performance of the property, it also enhances the aesthetics. Since the work takes place outside, you do not have to move out during the insulation process. Choosing external wall insulation also avoids interfering with electrics and plumbing.
In general, most communities have some kind of building codes that need a minimum amount of insulation in the exterior walls and also ceiling of a house. Internal wall insulation is not very common, but that does not mean that it has no benefits of its own. When it is about insulating the inside of your home, the best time would be during new construction or renovation. It is also possible to add insulation to your existing walls without having to tear down the drywall.
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Everybody is not aware of the importance of insulating the walls of the home properly. But, the fact is that about 35% of heat is lost due to poor insulation. This is not just a matter of quality of life and comfort, but it can have a considerable economic impact.
The key elements when it comes to wall insulation are energy-efficiency and avoiding heat loss. By ensuring that the walls of your home are properly insulated, you will guarantee a comfortable life for all the occupants and also save your hard-earned money. Proper insulation reduces the cooling and heating demands as it maintains a comfortable internal temperature.
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Most homes today play host to a wide range of electronic devices like, TVs, security cameras, sound systems, toasters, microwaves, myriad smartphones, blenders, tablets, laptops and so on. But, surprisingly, these devices do not account for the bulk of the energy costs. It is cooling and heating. This is where Ecotite’s spray foam insulation can help you. By insulating your walls, you can save a lot on your monthly energy bills and live comfortably.
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