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<\/p>\nIf you think your home needs new insulation, you have two choices. You can either hire a contractor to install it or have a go at doing it yourself.<\/p>\n
Insulation needs installing properly to ensure that it\u2019s safe and effective. Hiring a professional to fit it is a reliable way to make sure this happens. But it will cost you money, potentially more than you\u2019re willing to spend.<\/p>\n
If you want to save your pennies you can always do some DIY. Installing insulation can be tricky, but if you know the basics then doing it yourself can be an effective way to get the job done. If you decide to go for this option, read on to find out 6 essential tips for installing insulation.<\/p>\n
Nowadays, there are lots of types of insulation to choose from. This is because, as technology has advanced, new sorts of insulation have been developed for different purposes. Commonly-used insulation types include fibreglass, spray foam and blown-in cellulose.<\/p>\n
Your insulation will be most effective if you choose one specifically designed for the particular area you\u2019re insulating. If you don\u2019t it\u2019s not the end of the world, but the installation won\u2019t be as efficient and could well reduce your energy bill savings.<\/p>\n
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Insulation can be dangerous if you don\u2019t take the necessary safety precautions. For example, fibreglass insulation contains very small pieces of metal and glass. If these come in contact with your skin they can irritate it and if they touch your eyes they can cause serious damage.<\/p>\n
Some types of insulation even emit fumes that can damage your airways. It\u2019s a good idea to do your research before you install insulation to see whether you might need to buy gloves, masks or other types of safety gear.<\/p>\n
Insulation can be a fire hazard, so it\u2019s important to know where and where not to put it. It can be dangerous if installed too close to water heaters or recessed lighting fixtures. Insulation is also a fire risk if you wrap it around wires. <\/p>\n
It\u2019s important to remember that blown-in insulation can drift over time. So it\u2019s worth leaving a fairly big space around electrics when installing this kind of insulation.<\/p>\n
The backing on fibreglass insulation is also known as the vapour barrier. It\u2019s there to protect the insulation from moisture. If you remove insulation backing, you run the risk of rot or mould growth developing. <\/p>\n
If you\u2019re installing insulation with a vapour barrier, you should remember to fit it with the backing facing the interior of your home.<\/p>\n
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When installing insulation you should make sure that you\u2019re thorough and don\u2019t leave any gaps. If you do leave spaces this will reduce how efficient your insulation is and may expose it to moisture.<\/p>\n
Insulation preserves your home\u2019s temperature by trapping air in the home rather than letting it move through the walls and roof to the outside.<\/p>\n
If you pack too much insulation in too tightly then the amount of air it traps is reduced. This means that your insulation won\u2019t be as efficient as it could be.<\/p>\n
So DIY is a viable option as long as you have some important basic information. If you decide to do it yourself, these 6 essential tips should help you to install insulation that is both safe and effective.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
If you think your home needs new insulation, you have two choices. You can either hire a contractor to install it or have a go … <\/p>\n