Loft Conversion Insulation

Insulating a loft conversion can often be complicated, so ensure that insulation requirements are taken into consideration throughout the process of planning your loft conversion. As loft conversions are commonly being converted into a habitable room, the converted space must meet building regulations for thermal efficiency, which identify a U-value for the amount 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 generally cost effective to insulate beyond the building regulations requirement as it will help save on your energy bills. The trickiest part of insulating a loft conversion is typically the limited space. Space saving insulation materials are often used in loft conversions as these will offer good insulation despite being very thin. When planning a loft conversion, make sure that there is adequate space available for both the conversion itself and the required insulation, as the insulation will affect the ceiling height of the converted room. Dormer windows and rooflights will have to be insulated sufficiently. These areas require extra attention when planning insulation, particularly with flat roofed dormer windows, as these may have to conform to a different U-value than the surrounding pitched roof.