In this blog, we will assess the right insulation that your home might need to help upgrade your home’s heating systems and make it more energy efficient. This is important because it can help you reduce your bills while making your home warmer and more comfortable. Home insulation is becoming important because of the times we live in; more people are struggling with rising energy prices and the cost-of-living crisis. That is why looking for various ways to save money is necessary, and home insulation can help you save up to £500 or more, depending on the energy efficiency of your home.
While heat is lost from the house in various ways, some cause more heat loss than others. Heat travels upwards, which is why loft insulation is one of the most important for your home. Walls have a big surface area, and not insulating them can cause more than 33% loss of heat through them. Windows are also an important factor when planning insulation, as around 20% of heat is lost through them. The good thing is, the loft and walls are usually easy to insulate, and they can help you trap more than 60% of the heat loss occurring in your house. Insulations for walls and lofts are also covered by the ECO4 scheme, allowing eligible households to get them for free.
Free Home Insulation Through the ECO4 Scheme:
The ECO4 scheme is designed to help lower your bills by allowing your home to stay warmer for less. By effectively trapping the heat, homeowners use their heating systems less, allowing them to save more than 30% on their bills annually. For eligible homeowners, loft, wall, and floor insulation can be installed for free, depending on what their home needs. Eligibility depends on several factors, like your home’s energy efficiency and if you claim benefits from the government.
You have a high chance of being eligible for insulation and other free energy upgrades if your home energy efficiency is between D and G, and you claim one of the following benefits:
- Income Based Job-Seeker’s Allowance
- Child Benefits
- Pension Guarantee Credit
- Pensions Savings Credit
- Housing Benefit
- Income-related Employment and Support Allowance
- Income Support
- Working Tax Credit
- Child Tax Credit
- Universal Credit
The Energy Company Obligation (ECO), first launched in 2013, now in its fourth stage, is meant to help ensure that the UK is moving towards its environmental targets, like Net Zero 2025. The UK is regarded to have the least efficient homes in Europe, and so to tackle this problem, insulation remains at the top of the list of solutions. The fourth phase of the ECO4 runs until March 2026, and eligible homeowners must make sure that they make use of it in order to be able to create a warmer and more comfortable home for themselves while at the same time helping the environment by reducing their consumption of energy through energy-efficient means.
At times where the cost-of-living crisis is a serious problem, with inflation continuing its rise, proper insulation can be an important part of the solution. Homeowners have been able to save more than £1,800 on their yearly bill, allowing them more financial freedom and resilience.
Loft Insulation
Even if your home has loft insulation, you might qualify if it is not the right thickness. The best thickness for loft insulation is around 11 inches. Loft insulation is useful in summers and winters because it keeps your home cool in the summer and helps it keep warm in the winter. Check your eligibility for free insulation by filling out this form. One of our team members will contact you back in less than 24 hours.
Wall insulation
Wall insulation can either be cavity wall insulation or external wall insulation, depending on the build of your home or what you might prefer. Cavity wall insulations are designed to be inserted into the cavity in your walls, effectively trapping in the heat. If your home does not have a cavity wall, then solid wall insulation, where an extra layer is added on the inside, is used. External wall insulation is when the layer is added to the outside of your home. External wall insulation is useful because it can also help protect your home and make it more resistant. It can also make it look more aesthetic and pleasing.
Other Types Of Insulations Covered by the ECO4 Scheme
Home Energy Guide
Home Energy Guide has helped thousands of families across the UK find the right upgrades for their home heating systems. We only work with the best energy grant companies to help bring you more comfort and warmth. There are various grants offered to help you insulate your home for free, even if you do not qualify for the ECO4 scheme. The Great British Insulation Scheme is another scheme that can help you insulate your home for free.
We aim to make the insulation process as fast and easy as possible. We first check your eligibility, then you make an appointment for a survey, and lastly the installation takes place. Three easy, simple steps. That is why we only work with companies that have gained their customers’ trust, as your satisfaction and comfort are our main goals. We also help you, if you are eligible, get other upgrades covered by the ECO4 scheme, like a new free boiler and radiators to help make sure your home’s heating system is up to standard, to allow you to lead healthier and more environmentally friendly lives.
