Roof insulation helps many Brisbane households reduce high energy bills. Proper insulation helps to improve your house’s energy efficiency. New insulation can be installed as part of a re-roofing job or as a standalone project. Infinite Roofing’s insulation services have been helping Brisbane homeowners save money on their electricity costs since 2014.
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According to the CSIRO, going from no insulation to the right insulation can reduce heating and cooling costs by 45% or more.
There are different types of ceiling insulation materials that are commonly used in Brisbane. While they’re all designed for the same basic purpose, they do their job in slightly different ways. The correct insulation for you depends on your situation.
This insulation has millions of tiny pockets of trapped air that reduce heat flow through the material. In addition to roofs, it’s often used for wall insulation and underfloor insulation. Glasswool and polyester are popular kinds of bulk insulation.
Reflective foil bounces radiant heat away rather than absorbing it. It works better in hotter climates. It’s typically used in roofs and walls.
Foam insulation can be applied as spray foam or as rigid boards. Spray foam can create tight seals that are useful to reduce drafts and pest infestation.
Foam insulation is stored as a liquid and applied to the roof cavity. The liquid becomes a rigid or semi-rigid foam. This creates a continuous barrier, as opposed to prefabricated batts. This delivers good thermal performance and air sealing. This is generally a more expensive option and requires professional application rather than DIY installation.
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It can be hard to find the right time to get new insulation. Should you pair it with a roof replacement, or do it as a standalone job?
