Stop heat from escaping through your roof. A properly insulated attic is one of the most effective and affordable ways to keep your home warm, reduce energy bills, and improve overall comfort.
Insulation
A home without Attic Insulation is one of the quickest ways to waste money in your home this winter.
Would you put a tea cosy around your pot and not over the top?
Payback for this measure will take 3/4 years in the average home.
As insulation measures go, this is an exceptional return on your investment.
Do you already have Roof Insulation?
Great! Just be sure that it’s a minimum of 300mm in depth. And is made of Rockwool or it’s equivalent. Not sure about either? Get in touch and we can help you figure it out.
New Builds
Sloped ceiling insulation is proposed for homes whereby the wall and ceiling insulation do not meet at a 90 degree angle.
When insulating these types of homes, walls and roof areas of a sloping section if left untreated is at risk of condensation or thermal bridging at this junction. In these cases it may be recommended that sloped ceiling insulation should be installed.
The material used for this upgrade will include insulated plasterboards. These boards are fixed to the interior surface of the sloping ceiling. Later the plasterboards are finished with a skim coat plaster and undercoat of paint only.
These measures will thoroughly enhance the comfort of the indoor environment. It helps to eliminate drafts, cold spots, and temperature fluctuations, making the living or working space more comfortable and energy efficient.
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Reasons Explained
By insulating the attic, heat loss during winter and heat gain during summer are reduced. This helps maintain a more constant temperature inside the home, decreasing the need for heating or air conditioning systems. The result is lower energy consumption and reduced utility bills.
Proper attic insulation helps maintain a more comfortable temperature inside the house, eliminating extreme variations in heat or cold. This enhances living comfort and makes the indoor environment more pleasant in all seasons.
Good attic insulation can help prevent condensation and moisture formation within the structure. The presence of moisture can cause structural damage and promote the growth of mold and fungi, posing a health risk to inhabitants.
By reducing temperature fluctuations and preventing moisture, attic insulation can contribute to preserving the structure of the house over time. This can result in a longer lifespan for structural elements such as beams and pillars, leading to lower maintenance costs in the long term.
Grant amounts vary based on your property type, with maximum funding of €1,500 available for detached homes. To qualify, your property must have been built and occupied before 2011, and all works must be completed by an SEAI-registered contractor.
