The loss of heat from the home can lead to ever increasing bills while continually chasing an optimum temperature. Insulating the home aids heat retention by preventing it from leeching out into the atmosphere and it can be achieved in a number of different ways.
Cavity Wall Insulation
The walls and windows offer a large surface area from which heat can escape. While heat lost through glass can be reduced with double-glazing, the walls can still be the cause of dissipated heat. Cavity wall insulation can help to reduce this problem and can insulating foam can be sprayed into an opening where it spreads and hardens.
Loft Insulation
Loft insulation can be made from a number of different materials such as glass wool or foam, and it can be purchased in rolls from do it yourself suppliers. Laying the insulation between the beams in the loft will reduce the amount of heat that is lost through the roof.
Floor Insulation
Insulating materials laid between the joists beneath floorboards can be supported with netting. This reduces the level of draughts and prevents heat from escaping alongside wood filler used on cracks.