It goes without saying that damp and condensation can cause a multitude of problems in your home, both of which are caused by an unwanted build-up of moisture. As well as damaging the structure of the home itself, it can also affect your health if it is not fixed, and mould starts to grow. Follow our guide on how to fix it.
When insulating the home, the focus is often on obvious areas, such as the loft, floors and walls. A lesser-known tip is that insulating your water tank, radiators and pipes can also help you save money on your energy bills.
What Is A U-Value? In relation to insulating the home, a U-Value is the flow and loss of heat through the materials that make up the building itself, including bricks, flooring, roofing and windows. The U-Value is measured in watts at the rate of heat transfer. The important point to note is that the lower the U-Value is, the...
Insulating your home can save money and help the environment. However, the many types of insulation available for different parts of your home can make it feel like an intimidating task to take on. We have compiled an easy to read guide that covers many different types of insulation, from loft to cavity wall. Read on to learn how to insulate...
Cavity walls are responsible for up to 35% of heat loss from the average UK home, this leads to higher energy bills as central heating makes up for this heat deficit. Many homes built after the 1930s have two walls with a gap between, known as a cavity wall. This was designed to keep rainwater from getting in, but also...
Roof and loft insulation can save you money, keep your house warm and help the environment. However, it can also seem like a very complex subject which many different types of insulation available. To help you learn about the types of insulation which will be best for your home, we have compiled this guide to roof and loft insulation which...
How you view your garage can sometimes depend on your personality. For some, a garage is just a space to park your car, while others tend to renovate their garages to create a usable living space, and to act as an extension of the home. Find out how to insulate it here.
To improve the energy efficiency of your home, it can be very helpful to insulate the walls. It is important to know whether you have 'cavity' or 'solid' walls as this will affect the price and method of insulating your home. Read on for information on how to tell what type of walls you have and the various methods of insulating...
Insulating your floorboards can help to reduce your energy bills and ensure that your home stays warm and draught free. Most people insulate the ground floor of their property because this is where you’ll feel the cold. You can also insulate an upper floor if it isn’t above a space that has no heating such as a garage or a...
Home energy audits help you make valuable savings on your bills and identify areas where you are losing energy unnecessarily. If your recent bills have been a little on the high side, it may be wise to organise a home energy audit as soon as you can to boost energy efficiency in your home. There are some checks you can...
