Homes in the UK are some of the most inefficient in Europe, with the majority of heat lost through the walls of the building. Insulating your walls, floors and roof will help the heat generated to stay in your home. There are several insulation options available depending on how a property is constructed.

Generally, there are two types of wall construction; modern houses, i.e. built post 1945, will normally have cavity walls (a gap between the outer and inner wall) and older style homes are usually built with solid walls. A third of heat is lost through cavity walls but solid walls tend to lose even more. Insulating solid walls can be expensive, however, the savings that can be made by installing internal or external wall insulation are substantial.
 

There are many ways to insulate your home, and below are some of the more common measures in more detail.
 

Solid Wall Insulation:

Solid wall insulation adds a layer of material to the exterior or interior walls of a house to keep it better insulated.

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This insulation helps retain heat and keep cold air out, making your home warmer and more energy efficient. Solid wall insulation is especially beneficial for older homes that may not have cavity walls.
 

Cavity Wall Insulation:

Cavity wall insulation is a way to fill the gap or cavity between your home's inner and outer walls with insulating material.

Insulation helps to prevent heat loss and can make your home more energy efficient. Cavity wall insulation is a popular and cost-effective way to improve the energy performance of your home.

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Loft Insulation:

You can add insulating material to the space between your ceiling and roof to prevent heat from escaping through the roof. Loft insulation is one of the most effective ways to keep your house warm, save energy and reduce heating costs.

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Underfloor Insulation:

Underfloor insulation involves adding insulating material beneath the floorboards to prevent heat from escaping through the floor. This type of insulation can warm your home, reduce drafts, and save energy. Underfloor insulation is beneficial in older homes with suspended floors or in homes with cold ground floors.

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Room-in-roof Insulation:

Room-in-roof insulation is a way to insulate the ceilings and walls of rooms directly under the roof. This insulation helps retain heat and prevent energy loss through the roof. Room-in-roof insulation can make your home more comfortable and reduce heating costs in rooms that tend to get colder.