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Insulation offers a host of benefits, protecting us from heat loss, cutting fuel bills and allowing us to make a better contribution to the environment.

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How to save energy with insulation

Many people have been able to reduce their fuel bills substantially by adding insulation to their walls, roofs, ceilings and floors. The cost of insulation solutions can be greatly eclipsed by the money saved in the long run. In fact, improved insulation can help us retain as much as 80% of the heating and cooling that would otherwise be lost without it, keeping your home or business premises cooler during the summer months and warmer in winter. The benefits don’t end there – insulation can also reduce condensation, damp and mould, in turn providing valuable health support. If you’ve been looking for affordable, safe and eco-friendly ways to insulate your home, read on.

Why is saving energy important?

Saving energy is important for a plethora of reasons, such as reducing our reliance on finite resources like oil and gas, reducing our carbon footprint, creating a better world for future generations and making household budgets go further. It’s thought that around a third of all the heat lost from homes is transmitted through its walls, with approximately a quarter exiting via the loft and roof. If you don’t have the cash needed to pay for new insulation outright, you may be able to spread the cost. Insulation can work harmoniously alongside other methods including improving your ventilation and air sealing to provide heightened comfort as well as valuable money-saving opportunities.

How can insulation help me save energy?

Heat is transferred throughout your home via three processes; conduction, convection and radiation. In conduction, heat moves through materials. With convection, it is transferred via the movement of fluid, which normally comes in the form of air circulating heat around your space. Radiation sees thermal radiation from the sun being absorbed by things like walls and roofs before being sent into the home. Insulation solutions are designed to cut down undesirable heat loss and heat gain, reducing our reliance on other heating and cooling systems requiring substantial amounts of power.

How does thermal insulation work?

When your home is insulated sufficiently, you can cut your energy bills, reduce greenhouse gas emissions, boost comfort levels and become much less dependent on gas and electricity. There are various insulation solutions available to you, including cavity wall insulation, lagging water tanks, insulation behind radiators, floorboard insulation, solid wall insulation and draught-proofing. Bulk insulation forms a barrier between your internal and external space and can come in many forms including boards, batts and rolls. Materials can include recycled paper, natural wool, polyester and glass wool. Reflective insulation deflects radiant heat and normally comes in the form of aluminium foil. It is possible to obtain solutions that combine reflective and bulk insulation. Reflective insulation is generally used in warmer countries, with bulk insulation being commonly used in cooler territories.

What are R-values and when should new insulation be installed?

Insulation products normally come with R-values which tell you how much resistance to heat flow is provided. The best insulation solutions offer both passive heating and cooling to keep you comfortable 365 days a year. You have many options available to you when it comes to adding insulation to specific areas of your home. Many homeowners prioritise ceiling insulation because the greatest amount of heat is transferred through the ceiling and roof.


Boosting energy-efficiency with insulation

You can complement your ceiling insulation solution by draught-proofing your home and reducing air leakage from gaps and cracks near your doors and windows. Wall insulation is also incredibly important, and can help you cut the amount of energy you need to cool and heat your home by around 25%. You can save around 20% by opting for floor insulation. Thick carpets can help you save energy, and you can also add insulation to the water pipes inside your walls. Whichever insulation method or methods you opt for, it’s best to enlist the services of a qualified, competent professional if you lack the experience to install it safely yourself. If you’re eager to reduce the energy bill burden, increase comfort levels within your home and reduce your carbon footprint, investing in new insulation for your home may be the ideal solution. Why not find out more about the various home insulation options available to you today?

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  • audit operations for energy efficiency
  • right-size industrial assets and processes
  • bring connectivity to physical assets
  • install high-efficiency motors
  • use variable speed drives
  • electrify industrial fleets
  • use efficient, well-maintained heat exchangers
  • switch gas boilers to heat pumps
  • deploy smart building management systems
  • move data to the cloud

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  • Switch off lights and electrical appliances when not using them
  • Switch to energy-saving LED light globes
  • Shut doors and close curtains
  • Understand and improve your home's energy use
  • Manage your heating and cooling with building automation
  • Get the best energy deal
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