{"id":1151,"date":"2017-07-19T15:21:54","date_gmt":"2017-07-19T14:21:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.quotatis.co.uk\/advice\/?post_type=project_page_element&p=1151"},"modified":"2019-10-29T17:00:18","modified_gmt":"2019-10-29T17:00:18","slug":"5-reasons-external-wall-insulation","status":"publish","type":"project_page_element","link":"https:\/\/www.local-quotes.co.uk\/advice\/projects\/insulation\/5-reasons-external-wall-insulation\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Reasons Why You Should Fit External Wall Insulation"},"content":{"rendered":"

Whatever the age of your property, it\u2019s important to make sure it\u2019s got sufficient insulation. Not only will this make your home more comfortable, it will also reduce your energy bills.<\/p>\n

Installing external wall insulation involves fixing a layer of insulation material to your outside walls, then covering it with render or cladding. If you have solid external walls, it\u2019s worth considering fitting it. Keep reading to find out 5 benefits of external wall insulation.<\/p>\n

1. Improves your home energy efficiency<\/h3>\n

The main advantage to external wall insulation is that it can significantly improve the energy efficiency of your home. It will block up any cracks and gaps in your brickwork, which will reduce draughts. Plus, it will lower the amount of heat that escapes from your home through the walls, reducing your energy wastage and heating bill. According to the Energy Saving Trust<\/a>, you could save between \u00a3100 and \u00a3450<\/strong> every year.<\/p>\n

2. Doesn\u2019t reduce your living space<\/h3>\n

Another bonus to external wall insulation is that, unlike internal wall insulation, it doesn\u2019t reduce your living space. External insulation only takes up outside space, which is much less valuable.<\/p>\n

3. Increases your property lifetime<\/h3>\n

External wall insulation is also beneficial because it can increase your property lifetime. As it covers your brickwork it protects it from weathering and other damage, which can help your home to last longer.<\/p>\n

4. Reduces condensation and damp<\/h3>\n

Another advantage to external wall insulation is that it can help to reduce condensation on your internal walls. It can also help to prevent damp \u2013 although not rising or penetration damp.<\/p>\n

5. Improves sound resistance<\/h3>\n

External insulation is also a great addition to your home because it will improve its sound resistance. So if you live by a busy road or near an airport this could be very handy.<\/p>\n

So there are plenty of reasons why it\u2019s worth considering fitting external wall insulation. To find out about other types of solid wall insulation, see our article on internal wall insulation<\/a>. Or for help finding an insulation installer, click \u2018Start my project\u2019<\/a> and complete our online form. We\u2019ll connect you with up to 4 local professionals. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Residential properties usually have either solid or cavity walls. If you have solid walls, external insulation is one of your insulating options.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":10,"featured_media":1152,"parent":0,"template":"","meta":[],"tags":[],"tax_works":[45],"class_list":["post-1151","project_page_element","type-project_page_element","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","tax_works-insulation"],"acf":{"price_time":[{"acf_fc_layout":"price","price_title_label":"Price","price_detail_label":"Approx. \u00a38,000 - \u00a322,000","price_sub_detail_label":"Including materials and installation"},{"acf_fc_layout":"time_limit","time_title_label":"Installation time","time_detail_label":"Up to approx. 3 weeks","time_sub_detail_label":"Depending on property size and scale of the work"}],"benefits_inconvenients":[{"benefits":"