Loft Conversion Insulation

Insulating a loft conversion can sometimes be complicated, so ensure that insulation requirements are considered throughout the procedure of planning your loft conversion. As loft conversions are normally being converted into a usable room, the modified space will have to meet building regulations for thermal efficiency, which define 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. Much like insulating many areas, it is regularly cost effective to insulate beyond the building regulations requirement as it’ll help save on your energy bills. The most challenging part of insulating a loft conversion is usually the restricted space. Space saving insulation materials tend to be found in loft conversions as these will offer good insulation despite being very thin. When planning a loft conversion, make sure that there is sufficient space available for both the conversion itself and the required insulation, as the insulation will impact 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 may have to comply with a different U-value than the surrounding pitched roof.