Insulation
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Should you use the cold roof or warm roof method when insulating a roof? Our expert explains how to choose
By Mark Stevenson last updated
Insulating a roof well isn't just about adding extra insulation, its about making sure you know the difference between a cold roof vs warm roof and here's why

Cold spots on internal walls are not to be ignored — this is what to do
By Natasha Brinsmead published
Find out what to do about cold spots on your walls before they cause you problems

Is internal wall insulation right for your home? Expert explains the pros, cons and when it makes sense
By Tim Pullen, Sarah Harley last updated
We unpack everything you need to know about adding internal wall insulation – from what it is and where it works best to the pros and cons you should consider first

Insulating a basement the right way to avoid thermal bridging and trapping moisture
By Mark Stevenson published
A basement can be one of the trickiest areas to insulate in a building project as you often need to address other factors such as ventilation at the same time

5 ways to keep pests out of your insulation (and what causes them in the first place)
By Megan Milstead published
Pests are bad news for your home's insulation. Here's how to keep them out, according to pest control experts

Spray foam scandal: Government rejects calls to offer financial support for faulty installations
By Joseph Mullane published
Homeowners with problematic spray foam insulation are left to rely on installers or guarantees after the government confirms no financial support is available

Why the collapse of ECO4 should make officials rethink home retrofits
By Joseph Mullane published
Failed insulation schemes should be used as a learning point for the government, a new framework suggests

Insulation scheme turns into financial timebomb for thousands of households
By Joseph Mullane published
Households risk huge repair bills as government insulation schemes have been branded a “catastrophic fiasco”

The cavity wall insulation mistakes to avoid when adding this area to your home
By Mark Stevenson published
Our self build expert Mark Stevenson talks through all the mistakes people make when installing insulation in cavity walls

I asked insulation experts for the 4 most common loft insulation mistakes — so you can be confident you aren't getting it wrong
By Sarah Harley published
Loft insulation mistakes can easily be made if you don't follow the right advice. Experts explain how to make sure your loft insulation doesn't let you down
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