Insulating a pitched roof or loft is one of the most cost-effective ways to improve your home's energy efficiency. Uninsulated homes lose around a quarter of their heat through the roof. Even if you ...

Lofted rooms (cathedral ceilings, vaulted ceilings) are stylish and functional but often come with a major drawback: poor temperature regulation and insufficient insulation. Without attic insulation ...

Lee Wallender is a home improvement writer of nearly 20 years and specializes in home remodeling, repair and maintenance. Sami Allen is the managing editor at Forbes Home, with over seven years of ...

When it comes to what's in insulation and what it's made of, the answer will depend on the type of insulation. Its make up, ...

Brrr! It's getting cold out there. And yikes! Your heating bills are starting to climb sky high. Fortunately, there are ways to stay warm without spending a small fortune or packing up and moving to a ...

What's more, insulating a loft hatch can help prevent condensation in the loft space. Warm, moist air can be drawn into a ...

Our expert in the trade reveals the exact insulation depth households need for maximum benefit MILLIONS of households could be wasting an extra £590 on heating costs due to poor or no loft insulation.

The end of the long, hot summer coupled with rising energy prices means it’s a good time to check that your home is properly insulated before winter sets in. In short, properly insulating your home is ...