Thinking about insulating your home? Ventilation is an absolute must.
Let’s take a closer look.
Insulation is an energy-saving material that traps heat in your home. It provides an effective, technology-free solution to reducing heat loss. Many people say they can feel the difference insulation makes straight away!
In most cases, we don’t see our insulation at work, but to avoid future problems, we need to understand what it’s up to.
Laura is a MHMB energy adviser from the Environment Centre (tEC) and said: “Insulation helps keep warmth where you need it, like your living spaces, while keeping cooler air outside your home, or in areas like the loft or under the floor. But as air cools, it releases moisture, so we need to prioritise moisture management before thinking about installing energy efficiency improvements.”
Without ventilation, this moisture can build up on almost any surface and become a breeding ground for damp and mould. If left untreated, this could lead to structural problems and even health issues.
Laura added: “Any insulation installer should include ventilation in their planning as standard. They’ll be able to talk you through exactly what they’re doing to facilitate air flow so you’re not faced with problems later down the line. When installed correctly, insulation is a fantastic solution for many people.”
Read more about insulation here or check out Shamini’s experience of insulating her home in Petersfield.
