When it comes to keeping your home comfortable and energy efficient, insulation is key. Wall insulation helps to keep your home from heating up in summer and keeps it warmer in winter. Around 15 to 20% of a home's heat loss and gain occurs through walls, so without adequate insulation, heat would flow in and out of the wall material without much resistance. Home insulation not only keeps the heat inside during the winter, but it also keeps it outside in the summer.
Before deciding what type of insulation to test and where to install it, it's best to consult an insulation contractor. Insulation is typically installed in walls, basements, and attics to cover areas where heat transfer is most likely to occur. Insulating plates, properly installed on walls and ceilings, will greatly reduce the amount of energy needed to heat the house in winter and keep it cool in summer. Many older homes don't have wall insulation, and there are still plenty of Australian homes without any roof insulation.
The degree of difference that insulation alone makes depends on the type of home you have, the weather conditions, and the type of insulation you have. If it's been a few decades since you thought about insulation, it might be time to call a contractor and ask them to evaluate your insulation situation. Thermal insulation is usually placed on the roof of most buildings, but it can also be installed on hollow walls, such as steel-framed walls or interior partitions. Usually, insulating slats will be installed between the roof beams, and some type of reflective insulation will be installed under the roofing material.
However, roof and roof insulation can often be installed at any time, as long as you have secure access to the roof space. The important thing to remember is that insulation isn't a magic solution: you can't install it and expect your house to stay cool (or warm) without good ventilation and without the help of the air conditioning system. The main benefits of installing insulation in your home are improved comfort and reduced energy consumption. Insulation is an essential part of any home's energy efficiency plan. It helps keep your home comfortable year-round while reducing energy costs.
If you're considering installing insulation in your home, contact an experienced contractor for an evaluation. They can help you determine what type of insulation is best for your home and where it should be installed for maximum efficiency.
