Warm feet and a happy home: that's why insulating now is a good idea

Why insulating your home is a good idea  

Do you want more living comfort, lower heating costs and a more sustainable home? Then you will soon end up with insulation. More and more homeowners are investing in properly insulating their homes, and with good reason. Read on quickly to find out why insulating your home is such a smart move. 

What does insulation actually do?  

Insulation keeps the heat inside in the winter and outside in the summer. It acts as a blanket around your home, preventing your energy from literally disappearing through the roof (or floor). And that happens faster than you think: 

Good insulation retains that heat. As a result, you need to heat less, your home feels more comfortable and you save on your energy bill every month. 

Benefit 1: lower energy costs  

This is perhaps the most tangible reason: your gas consumption drops immediately when your home is better insulated. The heat stays inside, which means your central heating boiler or heat pump doesn't have to work as hard. And less consumption means lower costs, of course. With current energy prices, good insulation can pay for itself surprisingly quickly, often within a few years. 

Benefit 2: more comfort in your home  

A well-insulated house feels more pleasant. No more cold floor when you get out of bed. No more draught at the skirting boards. And no temperature differences between rooms. Floor insulation in particular makes a world of difference. You notice it immediately in warm feet and less cold that rises from the crawl space. Roof insulation ensures that your upper floor or attic cools down less quickly (or heats up in the summer). And that makes sleeping, working or storing a lot more comfortable. 

Benefit 3: a healthier indoor climate  

Did you know that insulation also contributes to a healthier home? Less moisture and draught means less chance of mold, especially in unheated spaces such as the crawl space or attic. Especially in older homes, floor insulation can really make a difference. Combine good insulation with ventilation and you have a pleasant, healthy living environment 

Benefit 4: your home increases in value  

A more energy-efficient home is more attractive to potential buyers or tenants. Certainly if your home gets a better energy label through insulation measures. It shows that the home has been well cared for and that future residents have lower fixed costs. Also handy: with insulation you often qualify for subsidies, which makes the investment even more attractive. 

Which insulation is the smartest?  

That depends on your home. In many cases, roof insulation is started, because that is where the greatest heat loss occurs. In homes with a crawl space, floor insulation is a relatively quick and affordable intervention with a great effect. Other forms such as wall insulation or HR++ glass can further upgrade your home, but roof and floor are often the first steps where you will immediately notice results. 

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