FREE INSULATION IF YOU'RE IN RECEIPT OF BENEFITS OR OVER THE AGE OF 70
Surveys
Cavity walls and lofts require a survey to be taken prior to any insulation being installed. This survey determines the suitability of the property for insulation and the amount of insulation that is required to fully insulate the property.
The survey is FREE and there is no further obligation to have the work carried out.
Cavity Wall Insulation Survey
A Cavity Wall insulation survey consists of checking the following:
Measuring the Cavity width
Calculating the area of insulation required
Checking the structure of the property
Checking the cavity is clear of rubble
Checking there is suitable damp proof coursing
Checking the condition of the exterior walls of property
Checking that there is adequate ventilation in the property
Checking that the property does not have any damp issues
Checking all the above will take the Surveyor approximately 45 minutes, the Surveyor will then discuss their findings and recommend the appropriate measure and course of action.
Loft Insulation Survey
A Loft Insulation survey consists of checking the following:
The current depth of insulation
The amount of insulation that is required
Any pipes that need insulation
Any hot water or cold water tanks that need insulating
Size of the current hatch to make sure access to loft is suitable when carrying materials to and from loft
Checking that there is adequate ventilation in the loft
Checking that there is no damp or mould growing in the loft
Checking all the above will take the Surveyor approximately 45 minutes, the Surveyor will then discuss their findings and recommend the appropriate measure and course of action.