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Underfloor Insulation

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  • Underfloor Insulation
Adding underfloor insulation is simple: access the space via an access hatch, install nets under the floor, and fill them with insulation. If you don’t have a hatch, you can create one, typically in a cupboard. With rising gas prices, ensuring your home is well-insulated is crucial, and underfloor insulation is a great starting point. If you already have cavity wall insulation but haven’t addressed your floors, consider exploring available grants for underfloor insulation. Contact us to discuss funding options.

What and How?​

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Underfloor Insulation Grants

Under the UK Government’s ECO4 funding scheme, a qualified professional will check if your property is suitable. Even if your ceiling and walls are insulated, up to 20% of your heating escapes through the floor.

Check Your Property Type

If you have a basement or cellar, you likely have a suitable suspended floor for UFI. Sloping properties may also qualify.

Older homes often have suspended timber ground floors, losing more heat as they’re over a void of cold air.

Air or ventilation bricks on outside walls could indicate a suitable suspended floor for UFI.

Underfloor Insulation Cost and Savings

Underfloor insulation can range from £300 to £1200, focusing on insulating the ground floor. Thanks to various government grants, you may get your underfloor insulation installed free of cost.

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  • Save money: Find ways to cut your energy bills, often saving hundreds annually.
  • Boost comfort: Eliminate cold spots and enjoy a consistently warm home.
  • Reduce carbon footprint: Use less energy and lower your home’s emissions.
  • Access ECO4 Grants: Get government funding for recommended energy-saving improvements.

Adding the Final Touches​

Complete your insulation project by placing a layer of vapour control material on top of the underfloor insulation. Tape all overlaps and edges securely, including where the floor meets the walls. Once done, replace your flooring to enjoy warm, cosy floors. For a 2-3 bedroom home, the average cost of an Air-to-Air Heat Pump ranges from £1,500 to £3,500, while an Air-to-Water Heat Pump costs between £8,000 and £18,000. These figures are averages; contact a local installer for a precise quote. The UK government’s ECO4 Scheme can provide a £7,500 grant towards these costs.

What and How?​

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Underfloor insulation fills the space between the ground and a suspended floor to block cold air from entering your home. It works by sealing gaps that draft-proof liners miss, ensuring better heat retention and faster heating. This not only saves on energy costs but also helps keep your home cool in summer by preventing heat from rising from the ground.
The Right Approach for Installing Underfloor Insulation
To install underfloor insulation, focus on three key elements: heat retention, moisture control, and draught prevention. First, use high-performance insulation to trap and retain heat, keeping your home warm. Next, select a moisture control material that absorbs and releases water vapour to prevent dampness and mould. Finally, apply an air-tight barrier to seal gaps and cracks, stopping draughts and air leaks.

FAQ

Think Before You Start

Before insulating your floor, prepare the area by lifting the floorboards to inspect the joists and wooden beams. Check for damage and repair as needed. If joists are on exposed clay or soil, lay a vapour barrier to prevent moisture from rising into your home.

Now, it’s time to make your underfloor space warm and comfortable. Cover the joists with a special material that lets air through but blocks out drafts and moisture. This material will create spaces where you can put insulation.

For your insulation, choose a high-quality, natural material like sheep’s wool, wood fibre, or Jute insulation. These materials act like nature’s air conditioners, helping to control moisture by absorbing and slowly releasing it when humidity levels change.

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