Insulation

The right insulation will help your home stay warm and help to keep it heated. You can read advice and guidance on insulation from NI Direct.  These measures could help reduce your energy bills and carbon dioxide emissions. 

You can also read more information about heat and insulation on the BBC website

Cavity wall insulation

Uninsulated cavities can add up to 25 per cent onto your heating bill. Installing cavity wall.

• Read more at NI Direct

Solid wall insulation

Solid wall insulation can be expensive so the ideal time to do it is when your walls need some other repair work.

• Read more at NI Direct

Loft insulation

Adding another layer to bring it up to the recommended 270 mm will save energy and money.

• Read more at NI Direct

Lagging and draught proofing

Lag the pipe work around the cylinder also. Draught proof windows and doors to make sure heat is not lost through gaps. Always make sure there is adequate ventilation.

• Read more at NI Direct

Double glazing

Double glazing can help reduce your heating bills. As homes become better insulated it is important to make sure there is adequate ventilation. This helps provide a healthy and comfortable living environment.

• Read more at NI Direct

Under-floor insulation

If your home has a cellar space, under-floor insulation can help keep the warmth in.

• Read more at NI Direct

Available grants

Your home may be eligible for financial support for loft and cavity wall insulation.

• Read more about the Affordable Warmth Scheme

More useful links

• Grant to replace your boiler

• Energy saving grants

• Other ways to heat your home efficiently

• Insulation

• Central heating

• Energy efficiency

• Home energy

• Renewables

• NI Sustainable Energy Programme (NISEP) List of Schemes

Further advice

You can contact our advisers email our team or use our online form to: