insulating my home

johnlincoln

hello all. i would like to add loft and cavity wall insulation to my house in lincoln, however cannot find any grants (we both work) - does anyone know anywhere we could get one?

Ken68

You could try these people John....

http://www.est.org.uk/myhome/gid/

.....and your local authority have energy grants and not just for people on benefits.

dogran_2

Yep - ask at the council, they'll probably be able to help out. Also keep an eye in the local free papers, Ive seen a few advertising in ours recentlly.
Might be worth checking youue energy supplier, they sometimes have special deals running. These ppl claim the grant on your behalf, maybee a local supplier could do similar? http://www.rockwarm.co.uk/grants.asp

hollydays

http://forums.moneysavingexpert.com/showthread.html?p=28741193#post28741193

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Alison_Funnell

Ken68 wrote: »

You could try these people John....

http://www.est.org.uk/myhome/gid/

.....and your local authority have energy grants and not just for people on benefits.

I agree. We both work and own our house ( well we have a mortgage but you see what I mean) and we are getting cavity wall insulation partially funded by a grant. I think it's about 50% of the total price. So our 3 bed mid terrace (70-80's built) is costing us £150.

rustyg

Loft insulation is pretty easy to lay yourself (or get a pal to help/do it for you). I bought 12 rolls for £12 from B&Q and had it all down in a couple of hours. Make sure you wear hat, glasses (goggles), mask and gloves and take a shower afterwards as it's a bit scratchy. Oh, and don't put your foot through the ceiling.

You need a specialist for cavity wall insulation so the loft is the place to start.

Ben84

B&Q are currently offering subsidised insulation for cavity walls and lofts at what seems to be very good prices. I believe that british gas are subsidising it.