Loft Conversion Insulation

Insulating a loft conversion can sometimes be complicated, so be sure that insulation requirements are considered throughout the process of planning your loft conversion. As loft conversions are usually being converted into a habitable room, the modified space will need to meet building regulations for thermal efficiency, which define 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 required to satisfy a different value to pitched ones. Much like insulating many areas, it is typically cost effective to insulate past the building regulations requirement as it can help save on your energy bills. The trickiest aspect of insulating a loft conversion is typically the restrained space. Space saving insulation materials are often employed in loft conversions as these should offer good insulation despite being very thin. When planning a loft conversion, verify that there is sufficient space available for both the conversion itself and the mandatory insulation, as the insulation will impact 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, especially with flat roofed dormer windows, as these may well have to comply with a different U-value than the surrounding pitched roof.