Loft Conversion Insulation

Insulating a loft conversion can often be difficult, so ensure that insulation requirements are considered throughout the process of planning your loft conversion. As loft conversions are commonly being changed into a usable room, the converted space will have to meet building regulations for thermal efficiency, which designate a U-value for the speed of heat loss through an area. These values are set differently for walls, floors, windows and roofs, with flat roofs needing to satisfy a different value to pitched ones. Just like insulating many areas, it is often cost effective to insulate beyond the building regulations requirement as it will save on your energy bills. The most challenging part of insulating a loft conversion is usually the restricted space. Space saving insulation methods are frequently found in loft conversions as these will offer good insulation despite being very thin. When planning a loft conversion, make certain that there is adequate space available for both the conversion itself and the mandatory insulation, as the insulation will affect the ceiling height of the converted room. Dormer windows and rooflights should be insulated adequately. These areas require extra care when planning insulation, especially with flat roofed dormer windows, as these may well have to conform to a different U-value than the surrounding pitched roof.