Why loft insulation could save you a fortune
There are many areas of the home where energy is wasted and heat is lost although your loft is highly likely to be one of the most expensive areas of your property. It is widely known that heat rises and unless your loft is insulated, and updated on a regular basis, you will lose significant amounts of heat through your roof, through your loft and through your tiles.
One of the problems with regards to loft insulation, and regular top ups of installation, is the fact that in one foul swoop it can seem fairly expensive at a time when many people in the UK are short of cash. However, when you take into account how much heat is being lost through your roof and directly through your loft because of poor insulation, putting off this work is really a false economy. Imagine being able to turn your thermostat down by a few degrees, because of the heat retained directly within your home because of the loft insulation, and imagine the impact this would have on your energy bills, especially in the winter time.
While the potential saving would be different for each home in the UK there is no doubt that loft insulation is something we all need to consider and ensure it is topped up on a regular basis.
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