Loft Conversion Insulation

Insulating a loft conversion can sometimes be complicated, so be sure that insulation requirements are taken into account throughout the process of planning your loft conversion. As loft conversions are normally being converted into a usable room, the converted space will have to meet building regulations for thermal efficiency, which stipulate 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 having to meet a different value to pitched ones. Just like insulating many areas, it is typically cost effective to insulate past the building regulations requirement as it’ll help save on your energy bills. The most challenging part of insulating a loft conversion is often the restricted 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, verify that there is sufficient space designed for both the conversion itself and the specified insulation, as the insulation will lower the ceiling height of the converted room. Dormer windows and rooflights will have to be insulated adequately. These areas require extra care when planning insulation, especially with flat roofed dormer windows, as these could have to meet a different U-value than the surrounding pitched roof.