Loft Conversion Insulation

Insulating a loft conversion can often be difficult, so make sure that insulation requirements are taken into consideration throughout the procedure of planning your loft conversion. As loft conversions are generally being changed into a usable room, the converted space should meet building regulations for thermal efficiency, which specify 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 meet a different value to pitched ones. As with insulating many areas, it is generally cost effective to insulate past the building regulations requirement as it can save on your energy bills. The most difficult part of insulating a loft conversion is usually the restrained space. Space saving insulation methods are often used in loft conversions as these will provide good insulation despite being very thin. When planning a loft conversion, be sure that there is sufficient space available for both the conversion itself and the mandatory insulation, as the insulation will have an effect on the ceiling height of the converted room. Dormer windows and rooflights will have to be insulated sufficiently. 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.