Loft Conversion Insulation

Insulating a loft conversion can often be difficult, so be sure that insulation requirements are taken into consideration throughout the process of planning your loft conversion. As loft conversions are normally being converted into a usable room, the modified space will need to satisfy building regulations for thermal efficiency, which designate 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 being required to meet 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 facet of insulating a loft conversion is usually the restrained space. Space saving insulation methods tend to be found in loft conversions as these should provide good insulation despite being very thin. When planning a loft conversion, make certain that there is sufficient space available for both the conversion itself and the mandatory insulation, as the insulation will affect the ceiling height of the converted room. Dormer windows and rooflights will have to be insulated adequately. These areas require extra attention when planning insulation, especially with flat roofed dormer windows, as these may have to meet a different U-value than the surrounding pitched roof.