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external wall insulation - issues in the future?

[Deleted User] · 2024-11-23 21:31:46

Has anyone had experience with External wall insulation , my mum has been given a grant for her home but after seeing reports it may cause damp and possibly issues when she comes to sell is having second thoughts. The work is being done through EON who have contracted the job out , if issues do arise is there any comeback…

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FreeBear Posts: 18,174 Forumite

26 November 2024 at 12:12AM edited 26 November 2024 at 12:12AM

fluffymuffy said:

I'm wondering what happens next to the windows. In particular where the bay window frame is fixed to the brick. How thick is the insulation plus render? I imagine this would be greater than the width of the window frame.

Usual "fix" is to bevel the edge by about 45°. In other areas, cut the insulation square and leave a gap. Either "solution" looks piggin' ugly in my opinion.

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