£99 for cavity insulation - worth it?

collingbone614

Hello,

I've had a quote of £99 for my cavity walls to be insulated through a community scheme. I learned of the scheme after my neighbor said that they're getting it done. They know someone else whose had it done and the work seems good. I checked it out and it seems legit.

Does anyone reckon this is going to save much in terms of heating etc, for winter time?

Ben84

Yes, I'd expect it to make quite a large difference to the average house, and would recommend insulating or topping up the loft if you can too. As your house is probably from the early 80's or before to have no cavity insulation, chances are very high that you have substantially less than the recommended amount in the loft as well.

Having previously had cavity walls insulated in two houses I've lived in before, I found both times the house much more comfortable afterwards, and that the gas used by the central heating went down quite a lot.

The energy saving trust website explains more:

http://www.energysavingtrust.org.uk/Home-improvements-and-products/Home-insulation-glazing/Cavity-wall-insulation

They suggest a typical 3 bedroom semi with gas central heating will save about £100 a year.

aloise

Lucky you,mine cost over £300 and i'm in a bungalow. Found out later because we are pensioners we could have got it free.

suejb2

It really is worth having done , £99 is a great cost , however have you rang warmfront to see if you are eligible for one or their grants?

taffy056

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You get free cavity and loft insulation on the circumstances below

You are over 70 years of age
Income Support
Council Tax Benefit
Housing Benefit
Income Based Jobseekers Allowance
Attendance Allowance
Employment and Support Allowance
Disability Living Allowance
Industrial Injuries Benefit
War Disablement Pension
Pension Credit
Child Tax Credit (Income must be less than £16,040)
Working Tax Credit (Income must be less than £16,040)
Disabled Persons Tax Credit

Bare in mind that there are a maximum meterage for various types of properties, so expect to contribute towards the grant if you have a large property, I am an insulation surveyor , if you have any questions just ask or PM me.