Loft Conversion Insulation

Insulating a loft conversion can sometimes be tricky, so make sure that insulation requirements are considered throughout the procedure of planning your loft conversion. As loft conversions are generally being converted into a habitable room, the new space will have to satisfy building regulations for thermal efficiency, which establish 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 needing 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 will help save on your energy bills. The most challenging facet of insulating a loft conversion is often the restricted space. Space saving insulation materials are frequently used in loft conversions as these will offer good insulation despite being very thin. When planning a loft conversion, make certain that there is adequate space available for both the conversion itself and the required insulation, as the insulation will have an effect on the ceiling height of the converted room. Dormer windows and rooflights need to be insulated sufficiently. These areas require extra care when planning insulation, particularly with flat roofed dormer windows, as these may have to meet a different U-value than the surrounding pitched roof.