Installing insulation within the internal property walls, also known as dry lining, effectively reduces heat loss. Most property types are suitable for this type of insulation, and the process is straightforward and hassle-free.
External wall insulation is a layer of insulation fixed to the outside walls of your home. It creates a layer around your home, limiting heat from escaping in the winter and keeping your home cooler in the summer.
Sometimes we may need to remove certain fixtures, such as door frames or skirting boards, and reattach them once finished.
Internal insulation on solid walls can be undertaken one room at a time, making the process more manageable and easier to plan.
Due to the thickness of the insulation, your floor area can reduce by around 100mm.
It can also make heavy items such as large picture frames or decorations more complicated to hang on your wall.
The installation can be done without any real disruption to the building
Sometimes pipework will need removing or extending, and temporary downpipes can be installed, resulting in no real disruption.
Installing external insulation to your solid walls improves your home heating and creates a waterproof barrier that protects the brickwork and reduces draughts.
This type of insulation also reduces dampness and improves your house's appearance, often making it look good as new.
Another benefit of external insulation is that it does not reduce any room space or usable floor space within the building.
Although, in some cases, external wall insulation may require planning permission which can be time-consuming and potentially be rejected.
Furthermore, external wall insulation will not be suitable if the walls are damaged or structurally unsound.
