Building Control Internal Wall Insulation

foofi22

FreeBear wrote: »

I'd be very interested in how you get on with that and also how much of a difference it makes.

I'd been looking at Thermalime from Anglia Lime as one alternative to EcoCork from Secil. Although I may end up using Kingspan boards with an air gap behind them (mainly due to ease of use).

I'll let you know how it goes. So far very messy (plaster removal) and intrusive as sockets/radiators need moving too.

My plasterer has previously used the EcoCork boards which he said were simple to use (can't comment on the improvement)

Furts

foofi22 wrote: »

I'll let you know how it goes. So far very messy (plaster removal) and intrusive as sockets/radiators need moving too.

My plasterer has previously used the EcoCork boards which he said were simple to use (can't comment on the improvement)

In general there are many well meaning internal insulation works that do not perform, or over time will cause problems. Hence as a first principle a chat with Building Control would be wise.

Vapour membranes, vapour control, interstitial condensation, ventilation, lack of BBA Approval, not working to manufacturers technical details...are some that come to mind.

Every home will have a specific circumstance so in your situation it is impossible to give an answer. That is why professional advice should be sought before going ahead.

Just to give an anecdotal example. I could have internally insulated my home. Instead I pondered over it and then concluded it would be madness to do so. Plan B was instigated and it appears to have worked so far. There is an area with problems but at present I live with that.

southcoastrgi

Personally I'd just get on & do it & I wouldn't inform anyone either now or in the future

phil24_7

stator wrote: »

The main problem is if you sell the house and have to declare that work was done and building control wasn't informed. The buyer's may pull out.

An indemnity insurance would likely cover you for that. By the time I move out (in a box, in a few decades time with any luck) I think the fact it has stood for so long without any problems will appease most!