Loft Conversion Insulation

Insulating a loft conversion can sometimes be difficult, so be sure that insulation requirements are considered throughout the procedure of planning your loft conversion. As loft conversions are frequently being converted into a usable room, the new space will need to meet building regulations for thermal efficiency, which establish 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 fulfull a different value to pitched ones. Much 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 most difficult element of insulating a loft conversion is usually the restrained space. Space saving insulation materials are often utilised in loft conversions as these should offer good insulation despite being very thin. When planning a loft conversion, check that there is adequate space designed for both the conversion itself and the required insulation, as the insulation will influence the ceiling height of the converted room. Dormer windows and rooflights should be insulated adequately. These areas require extra attention when planning insulation, particularly with flat roofed dormer windows, as these might have to satisfy a different U-value than the surrounding pitched roof.