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Enquire todayWhat Areas Of My Loft Can Be Made More Eco-Friendly?
At More Than Loft Ladders we pride ourselves in giving the best service to our customers, that is why we are one the highest rated loft storage providers in the UK. Whilst our customers have a wide range of requirements one that is becoming more frequently asked for is an eco-solution to loft storage. We strive to provide Eco-friendly products that not only reduce our impact on the planet but also make your home more efficient.
Wooden ladders
We offer a wide range of ladders, in various styles and materials, we believe the wooden ladder is the top choice for the eco-conscious! Despite the shameful amount of tree felling that occurs, a wooden ladder is a renewably sourced material and uses 20-25 times less energy to produce than an aluminium one!
Wooden hatches
UPVC emits many harmful chemicals during the production phase, to be exact, 6 of the 15 most hazardous chemicals listed by the EU government for priority elimination are used to develop it! While timber kills trees, it’s a renewably sourced material.
Raised loft boarding from LoftLeg
Without raising your loft boarding you’re likely to be compromising thermal performance up to around 50%, this is because your insulation will be squashed, while further risking thermal bridging. This would also be likely to create damp and condensation, which we know leads to mould, shortening the life of any wires and piping that get affected. Raised loft boarding creates a gap between the insulation and boards, allowing airflow to be maintained.
LoftLeg is a wonderful product that allows you to raise your loft boarding with its stilt design that goes between your floor joists and boarding. Not just that but it’s made from 100% UK recycled materials and will increase the thermal performance of a home by up to 50%
Line your roof
The main benefits of lining your loft include the reduction of heat loss as well as reducing dust and cold bridging, and the breathable design allows harmful moisture to escape.
Recycled insulation material
On top of installing a sufficient thickness of insulation, ensure you choose a product like Knauf Ekoroll, a glass mineral wool with ECOSE Technology which is composed of up to 80% recycled glass with the remaining content mainly derived from rapidly renewable materials.
Can loft insulation reduce your carbon footprint?
With the reduction of heat loss from your home, you’ll be able to lower your overall level of heat loss. That said, we believe any small changes to your loft space that reduce your homes heat loss is a good enough reason to do so – it’s estimated that 25% of your home’s heat is lost through the roof! On top of that, Energy Savings Trust estimates that you could save up to 1030Kg of carbon dioxide each year with 270mm thick insulation.
Can you ensure your loft meets building regulations?
Firstly, to abide by the UK building regulations regarding insulation thickness (2013) it’s recommended that you insulate with a minimum of 270mm of insulation.
New Build Regulations
Squashed insulation reduces thermal performance by 50% so please NEVER squash your insulation. If you do this in a New Build Property, you’ll most definitely be risking your NHBC insurance when claiming for the damp and mould you created by squashing your insulation! Their Buildmark Cover statement reads specifically “Any additional work done to the property after the completion date that is not as a result of the responsibilities of the builder”. Basically – only use raised loft boarding systems when boarding a new build loft!
Can your loft insulation improve your homes energy efficiency rating?
Yes! It’s one of the easiest and effective home renovations you can make to increase your home’s efficiency rating! While adding any layer of insulating material to your loft flooring is likely to help retain heat, installing sufficient insulation creates quite an impressive change to your EER (Energy Efficiency Rating)!
In terms of the EPC (Energy Performance Certificate), going from zero insulation to the recommended amount, 270mm, could see you gain a whopping 15-20 points according to The Greenage. For old homes with little to no insulation, this could allow you to jump from a high E up to a low C rating following an affordable investment!
Can you add value to your property with loft boarding & insulation?
Yes! However, the real shocker is in the figures. While we can’t possibly state the difference that boarding and insulation contribute specifically, if you really focus on all areas of the home to retain energy, you could really make a difference. According to Money Super Market, jumping from D to A could see a £25k lift in your home’s value!
How much can loft insulation reduce heating bills?
It’s estimated by The Energy Saving Trust that you can save £250 a year by adding loft insulation, that’s a 100% return on your investment within 2 years.
Do you have sufficient Insulation?
If your loft insulation is less than 270mm, then you probably don’t. But there’s no need to worry about forking out your hard-earned savings for an investment of this type. For starters, the energy savings are financially and morally rewarding, and it only takes a couple of years before the installation has paid for itself!
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