Loft Conversion Insulation

Insulating a loft conversion can sometimes be complicated, so ensure that insulation requirements are considered throughout the process of planning your loft conversion. As loft conversions are normally being converted into a habitable room, the converted space will need to meet building regulations for thermal efficiency, which stipulate a U-value for the rate of heat loss through an area. These values are set differently for walls, floors, windows and roofs, with flat roofs having to satisfy a different value to pitched ones. Just like insulating many areas, it is normally cost effective to insulate beyond the building regulations requirement as it can save on your energy bills. The trickiest aspect of insulating a loft conversion is usually the restrained space. Space saving insulation materials are often used in loft conversions as these should provide good insulation despite being very thin. When planning a loft conversion, make sure that there is enough space available for both the conversion itself and the necessary 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 care when planning insulation, particularly with flat roofed dormer windows, as these could have to meet a different U-value than the surrounding pitched roof.