4 in 10 homes 'do not have adequate insulation'

09/02/2010

Almost 44 per cent of homes in some areas of the UK do not have the recommended minimum levels of insulation fitted, according to recent research.

It is currently recommended that homes are fitted with at least 27 cm of loft insulation, which could save householders around £150 a year on heating bills, according to the Energy Saving Trust.

Energy Saving Trust chief executive Philip Sellwood said: "As soon as the cold weather arrives, everyone is quick to put on a hat or put their hood up, but we are slow to do the same with our home."

Typically, a quarter of the heat in your home can be lost through an un-insulated loft. It makes sound financial sense ad well as being environmentally sound to get your loft insulated. Grants are available which can bring the price down to a little as £200.

To arrange a FREE, no-obligation survey to check if your home needs loft insulation call the Snug as a Bug helpline on 0845 602 4696. Grants are available towards the cost.