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Having an efficient, well-insulated home is a necessity, but many people still haven’t taken the steps to upgrade or improve theirs. This has huge implications for the energy efficiency and value of your home. 

There are 5 reasons you should insulate your home today

Warmth

The most common reason and biggest benefit of insulating your home are to keep it warmer for longer. Heating up your home, only for this heat to escape straight through the walls or the roof is a waste, and won’t give you that cozy feel you’re looking for in your home. There are many types of insulation including blown in insulation, foam, and lagging. The type of property you own and your budget will dictate which type of insulation to go for. 

Reducing Energy Bills

When your home isn’t good at retaining heat, you constantly have to use more energy to keep it warm. And that’s not good for your budget. Energy prices are rising sharply right now, so can you afford to be running your heating for long periods? 

Insulating your walls and ceiling, as well as sealing draughts around doors and windows can dramatically reduce your energy bills. 

With family budgets being stretched, it’s a great way to keep on top of those price rises. 

Reducing Your Carbon Footprint

The energy you use to heat your home has some kind of impact on the environment. Unless you’re powered by renewable energy sources, then your carbon footprint is going to be much bigger in a house that is poorly insulated. So if you’re actively trying to reduce your impact on the planet by recycling, using elective vehicles, and other ways, don’t forget the impact of your energy usage too. 

Fire Protection

Today’s modern insulation has to comply with fire safety standards. This means that if there is a fire in your home, the insulation in your walls won’t accelerate the blaze and in some cases can slow it when it comes to spreading through the walls. Again, it will depend on the construction of your home and the type of insulation you choose. 

Re-Sale Value

When it comes to selling your property, good insulation can add to the value of your home. Prospective buyers want to know that a property is energy efficient and that it is not going to be prohibitively expensive to heat. 

As most buyers don’t want the hassle of having to get the house insulated themselves, they are willing to pay for the convenience of it already being done before they move in. 

If your house is poorly insulated, a buyer may use this as an excuse to try and drive down the asking price. So make the most of your insulation while you’re living there and reap the benefits again when you come to sell your home. 

Conclusion

Having a well-insulated home is important for a number of reasons. Not only will it save you a lot of money, but it can make your home a much more comfortable place to be in cold weather.