Did you know approximately 10% of a home’s heat loss is through the floor? This is not a small amount, and it can significantly affect the comfort levels inside your home. Installing underfloor insulation is the best way to help prevent this heat loss through the floor and can lead to increased savings on your energy bills.
Underfloor insulation helps regulate the heat in your home, keeping it cooler in summer and warmer in winter. Just like insulation in the walls and ceiling, underfloor insulation works by slowing down heat flow, and maintaining a steadier temperature inside your home.
Insulation is one of the smartest and environmentally-friendly additions to any home as it utilises natural resources to keep your living space comfortable.
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Does my home need underfloor insulation?
Some homes lose more heat from the floor than others, depending on how they are built and what climate they’re in.
For example, older style homes which have suspended floors are more likely to lose a lot of heat through the floor because of the empty space beneath them. Houses with a concrete floor lose less heat and some modern houses are built with some level of insulation in the floor already.
The type of flooring you have can also affect heat loss. Typically hardwood floors lose heat more easily than carpet. At the end of the day, almost all houses would benefit from some type of effective underfloor insulation.
Benefits of underfloor insulation
Installing underfloor insulation is a great investment that will reward you with a comfortable living space as well as reducing you energy costs. It prevents heat loss from the floor, and helps to naturally keep the inside of your home cool when it’s hot outside and warm when it’s cold outside.
With a comfortable living space, you are less likely to reach for the remote to your air conditioner or heater, thus reducing your energy consumption. That is why installing insulation is one of the first things you should do if you want to make your home more environmentally friendly. Plus it means you’ll be having to pay less on your energy bills. And who doesn’t like to save a bit of money?
Underfloor insulation can also help reduce noise pollution in your home. The insulation absorbs sound waves, having a deadening effect on noises such as footsteps and the humming of electrical appliances. Keeping your home quiet and calm can help create a welcoming space free of stress.
Types of insulation for your floor
The most common types of underfloor insulation are polyester rolls and glasswool (fibreglass) batts. Polyester rolls are strapped tightly to the sides of underfloor joists so that there are no air gaps. They are easy to work with and not itchy to touch. Glasswool batts are installed between the joists and then secured in place using tape. They are lightweight and easy to manipulate in a confined space, such as under the house.
In addition to underfloor insulation, remember there are other easy and cheap ways to help prevent heat loss from your floors. Simply adding a rug to the floor will make a small but palpable difference.
The best underfloor insulation for you
At Pricewise Insulation, we have an extensive range of insulation solutions to meet your needs whether you’re looking to DIY or planning to get a professional in.
If you are not sure if you need underfloor insulation or are wondering which type would suit you best, why not give us a call on 1300 729 639? We’d be happy to point you in the right direction so that you can start experiencing all the benefits of insulation.
