[+] Is PUR insulation suitable for cavity wall insulation?
Yes, PUR can be used as insulation either for partial-fill cavities or fully-filling cavities.
For many years PUR injected into cavity walls has been used, not only as a highly efficient insulant but also as a means of stabilising masonry cavity walls where wall ties have corroded or failed. It has also been used by many local authorities and housing associations for stabilising and insulating high rise buildings.
[+] How can I insulate my home which has solid walls?
There are several ways in which homes can be refurbished your home to the highest insulation standards. The Energy Saving Trust Guide CE 184 Practical refurbishment of solid-walled houses (2006 edition) offers practical guidance on the most appropriate methods for the energy efficient refurbishment of solid-walled houses, where PUR and PIR products are cited as being able to achieve best practice in almost all insulation applications. It considers performance targets as well as installation details for floors, walls, windows, doors and roofs. To view a copy of the guide click here
[+] Can I get a grant to insulate my house?
[+] Can I protect my house from wind and storm damage?
PUR insulation can be sprayed to the underside of a roof where it creates a permanent bond between the tiles and the roof structure ensuring that high winds cannot dislodge tiles or slates. For more information click here.
[+] Where can I buy PUR/PIR products?
Some products, such as roofboards, pipe insulation and insulated plasterboard are available through builder’s merchants. For more detailed information, contact please contact the manufacturers directly who will be able to put you in touch with your nearest stockist.
[+] How can I find a spray foam contractor?
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[+] Can PUR/PIR insulation help reduce aircraft noise in my home?
Yes, spraying the underside of a roof with PUR insulation can help reduce aircraft noise pollution, as well as offering thermal insulation of your home to Building Regulations standards at the same time. For more information click here.
[+] Does PUR/PIR Insulation improve the information in my Home Information Pack?
The ratings on the Energy Performance Certificate in the Home Information Pack provide a measure of a building’s overall energy efficiency and its environmental impact. This is calculated in accordance with a national methodology that takes into account factors such as insulation, heating and hot water as well as fuels used. By installing the best performing thermal insulation your home will be more energy efficient and will thus gain a higher rating.
[+] Will the use of PUR/PIR Insulation reduce carbon dioxide emissions?
One of the biggest contributors to global warming is carbon dioxide (CO2). The energy used for heating, lighting and power in homes produces more than a quarter of the UK’s CO2 emissions – other buildings produce a further one sixth. By installing PUR/PIR insulation you can help to reduce emissions and thus protect the environment.
[+] Can PUR/PIR be used in self-build projects?
PUR/PIR products can be used in all types of building projects, including new-build, self-build and refurbishment. For information on how PUR/PIR insulation can be used in new-build projects click here. For information on its use in refurbishment projects click here.
