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External wall insulation is a cost-effective home improvement for houses with solid walls.
According to the National Insulation Association, a massive 45% of heat escapes through the walls of houses with uninsulated solid walls. External wall insulation keeps your home warmer, adds value to your house and reduces energy bills, making it a worthwhile investment.
Installation involves applying an insulation material and weatherproof cladding to the exterior walls. The cladding that goes over the top comes in a variety of different finishes, including smooth, textured, tiled, painted or panelled.
This means you can choose a style that complements your house.
Are my walls solid or cavity?
External wall insulation is the best insulation option for older properties with solid walls. Newer properties generally have cavity walls that are best insulated with cavity wall insulation instead. There are a few simple checks you can make to find out which type of wall you have.
Age – properties built before the 1920s usually have solid walls, while properties built after this time have cavity walls.
Brick pattern – if you’re not sure on your property’s wall type, the brick pattern on exterior walls often gives it away. Cavity walls are usually built using bricks of a uniform size, while solid walls have an alternating pattern of full and half-length bricks.
Thickness – cavity walls are thicker than solid walls. To check how thick your walls are, open your front or back door and measure the wall through the door opening. Cavity walls usually measure over 30cm, while anything less is usually a solid wall.
Internal wall insulation versus external wall insulation
Solid walls can either be insulated internally or externally. Budget, severity of heat loss and the condition of your walls will determine whether internal or external insulation is most suitable for your house.
Exterior wall insulation cost is more expensive, but it will improve your home’s appearance and is generally less disruptive to install. Some redecoration will be required after internal insulation has been installed.
If you’re not sure which type of insulation is right for you, external insulation companies will be able to help you decide.
What are the benefits of external wall insulation?
- Reduces heat loss through walls.
- Reduces energy bills.
- Reduces internal condensation.
- Protects walls to improve longevity.
- Improves weatherproofing.
- Improves sound resistance.
- Improves appearance of your home’s exterior (curb appeal).
- Environmentally friendly.
Moisture penetration
While external wall insulation stops moisture penetrating your exterior walls, it can’t prevent moisture entering your wall internally. It does, however, reduce damaging internal condensation by warming the wall. This causes internal moisture to condense closer to the cold external air rather than on the internal surface.
How long will the job take?
On average, it takes 3 to 6 weeks to complete the work depending on the size of the house. It can take longer if your walls need any repair work or if the weather is very bad.
What preparation work will be required?
Before any work starts, your tradesperson will need to prepare the area. Preparation will involve clearing the walls and the surrounding area of any obstructions. Scaffolding will then be erected for the duration of the job.
Satellite dishes, hanging baskets, creeping plants and anything else attached to the walls need to be removed. Check with your tradesperson what preparation work is required and who’ll be carrying it out.
How much does external wall insulation cost?
Exterior wall insulation can cost anything in the region of £8,000 to £22,000. The price of the job depends on the size of your property and the condition of your walls.
In some cases, it may be possible to get a grant to help with the cost of external wall insulation as part of the Energy Company Obligation (ECO) scheme. Speak to your energy company to find out if you are eligible or contact the Energy Saving Trust for more details.
How much money will it save me?
While solid walls are more expensive to insulate than cavity walls, the savings that can be achieved on energy bills with this type of insulation are bigger.
Listed below are the average annual savings on energy bills after the installation of external wall insulation according to the Energy Saving Trust.
The qualifications your tradesperson needs
Although there are no formal qualifications required to do the job, there are several courses and certificates available to achieve official recognition. These include a City and Guilds NVQ certificate or diploma in Insulation and Building Treatments, as well as short courses offered by product manufacturers.
Planning permission for external wall insulation
The finish you choose for the rendering will determine if your job requires planning permission. If the finish alters the appearance of the exterior of your house, you’re likely to need planning permission first.
If you live in a listed building or within a conservation area you will need to speak with your local authority. You also need to ensure all work complies with solid wall building regulations.
Insurance for external wall insulators
You should expect all reputable tradespeople to have public liability insurance as standard. This covers any accidental damage that may be caused to your property during the work.
Questions you should ask your external wall insulator
- Do they have any qualifications or certificates?
- Are they a member of the Insulated Render and Cladding Association (INCA)?
- Which decorative finishes do they offer?
- Will they install a vapour barrier to protect from moisture in the wall?
- Will they use full scaffolding?
- How long do they estimate the job will take?
- What preparation work will be required before installation?
- Is the work guaranteed and what are the details of the guarantee?
- Do they have public liability insurance?
RS Contractors (UK) LTD
External Wall Insulation
RS Contractors (UK) Ltd are a well-established, multi-trade contractor, specialising in the insurance repair, and maintenance sector. whilst also offering professional services in commercial projects, fire safety and home improvements. With our office based in Bedfordshire and our ever-growing footprint, we have the flexibility of delivering our services in London and surrounding counties. Since 2011, we have earned a strong reputation for reliability, efficiency, and excellent communication within our customer relations. Here at RSC, we pride ourselves as highly skilled professionals who are committed to meeting and exceeding customer’s expectations on every project. With the team’s training and experience, all projects follow the required Health and Safety measures and and our operatives are fully certified.
We offer a friendly, and professional service, offering all types of joinery work, plastering repairs and new plastering along with small building works. I am a qualified damp proofing and fungal decay surveyor, we can carry out damp proofing and timber decay repairs and treatments.
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Terrible. They should never have taken a job that they don’t have a clue how to do it.
Sphere Construction Partnership
External Wall Insulation
Decades of Know-How Over 50 years of combined experience building and renovating homes. Proven Network Access to a wide network of specialist subcontractors across every trade, so no detail is overlooked. Competitive Timelines & Transparent Pricing We provide clear estimates and realistic schedules with full transparency.
PRD North East LTD
External Wall Insulation
PRD. Plastering Rendering Damp proofing. We have over 20years experience and pride ourselves on a polite and professional service. Clean and tidy high standards
My company is ?been registered since 2016 and I have been working since 1987 I have so much experience of working. Is been 32 to 33 years of work in this kind of industry we Have so much experience also we promise and we deliver our work also the work that we do is exceptional?? if you are looking for a plasterer to do your job quick for you then you don’t need to look at anywhere else by contact us we will come and do the job for you and after you are going to be smiling and be happy what else do you want?? apart from we keep our clients happy all the time we put smile on their faces??????
Prince arrived on time, excellent work and clearly very experienced. Nice friendly and cheerful guy. Would certainly recommend him.
A family run plastering and rendering company who pride ourselves on quality and assurance
I was very impressed with Anthony and this company. He identified the problem immediately and quickly took steps to arrange a builder to fix it. I was pleased to be given a clear final price and really appreciated being kept up to date every step of the way. The work was carried out efficiently and all mess was cleared away. I would happily recommend Anthony's company to anyone needing rendering done. I also recommend using Rated People to find the correct, professional tradespeople for the job.
JK CONTRACTORS
External Wall Insulation
Our company is a well-established building and contracting firm with years of experience in the industry. As a qualified electrician and builder, we offer a wide range of services to meet the needs of clients. With our expertise and in building contracting work, we specialize in various areas such as brickwork, block work, extensions, plastering, electrics, plumbing, carpentry, and joinery. This comprehensive range of services allows us to handle every aspect of a construction project, ensuring a seamless and efficient process from start to finish. Our years of experience in the field have equipped is with the knowledge and skills necessary to deliver high-quality workmanship. We have a deep understanding of construction techniques and industry standards, ensuring that every project is completed to the highest standards of quality and safety. In addition to our practical experience, we have also invested in education and training to stay up-to-date with the latest advancements in the industry. This commitment to continuous learning allows us to incorporate the latest techniques and technologies into your work, ensuring that our clients receive the most innovative and efficient solutions. Overall, our company's combination of experience, specialties, education, and training positions us as a reliable and skilled provider of building and contracting services. Whether it's a small renovation or a large-scale construction project, clients can trust your expertise to deliver exceptional results.
The Cambridge Painting Company
External Wall Insulation
Hello and welcome to Complete Plastering and Decorating Services. With over 20 years of experience. We pride ourselves on the quality of the finished product. Our aim is also taking the stress out of the job for you the customer. We take on all plastering and decorating work. No job to big or small. Customer service is a must and we can guarantee the quality of the work and finish.
John and Tyler wallpapered and painted our lounge. Very professional and knowledgeable. We are extremely pleased with the work carried out.
B.H.N Building
External Wall Insulation
Kitchen rebuilding, garden landscaping, painter and plasterer
***Building the future.... ***Renovating the past...*** TA Building Firm. offers professional services plastering, rendering, and building work. We have years of experience in this line of business. In addition to plastering and new builds, we carry out a vast range of other services including, Our services are: * Single Extensions * Bricklaying & Blocks * Chimney Repairs * Plasterboarding & Plastering * External Rendering * Bathroom Instalments * Wall/Floor Tiling * Roofing & Facials * Block-paving & Landscaping * Kitchen Carpentry * Handyman jobs Our aim is to provide you with a reliable and friendly service.
Taff did a fantastic job renovating 2 bedrooms, including taking back to brick, removing a chimney and skimming walls. Also arranged for electrician to fit lights. Taff is very friendly and personable and always felt comfortable having him nd his team in the house. Would recommend.
Hello, Thank you for visiting my profile, I am a qualified plumber and carpenter, I have study abroad in Canada were I did my commercial building course and have also obtained the following UK courses such as: - NVQ 2- Dry lining - NVQ 2- Heating and plumbing - NVQ 2- Health and safety diploma Over the years I have developed many other skills which allows me to start any project such from the beginning to end which includes: - Demolition, 1st fix, 2nd fix - Plumbing , electricity and heating. - Painting and decorating. I have worked in residential buildings, commercial and others. I am highly organized professional and responsible, with attention to detail; able to work under pressure, I have the ability to work on my own or as a team. As a profesional I like to fulfill clients expectations and bring ideas to life.
On budget and under time, thorough, clean, great finish and attention. Needed no micro-managing and clearly they knew what they do and do it VERY well with kindness. Some of the nicest people. I have ever worked with. 10/10
Rafal Building Services is building company operating in south-west, west and south London and also Woking, Horsham, Windsor, Guildford , Camberley Crawley .areas. We have 6 years of experience in construction and building industry. Our company provides the highest quality of general building services at affordable prices. Each construction project is unique and building methods are constantly changing and improving which makes the career more exciting and gives new experience everyday. Rafal Building Services LTD is insured in case of any accident. We provide certificates for Gas and Electrics.
Ralph, Bart, and the team renovated our new home in Croydon. From first coming to quote through to completion Bart was brilliant to deal with. The quality of the work was excellent and the team were super professional. Great communication, transparent costings; provided great advice on materials and parts of the design. Really flexible and understanding of our budget and restraints and happy to work within them. Highly recommend them - have already passed his number to a friend and we'll be using them
About at AC kitchen &bathroom fitters LTD,our rich legacy of 20+ years of our commitment to excellence.based in ash vale Surrey GU12 5NG,we have honed our craft over the years delivering top- notch services that exceed expectations. Our services include: -Full- scale transportations : from complete house refurbishments to renovations and extensions,we redefine living space. Bathroom &kitchen expertise:we specialise in the installation of new and refurbished bathroom/kitchen/cloakroom/en suite shower/wet room. -Efficient plumbing solutions:our services encompass radiator and towel rail installations,shower pumps and extractor fan setup. -Quality fixtures:we supply high quality bathroom fittings en-suite,showers and wet room essentials. -Tailored kitchen design: team excels in designing,supplying and fitting bespoke kitchens . -Finishing touches:we cover all aspects of your project, tilling,aqua panels,plastering,decorating and carpentry (solid wood and laminate flooring) Why choose us? 1-References:our satisfied clients serve as our best reference 2-One-stop solution:we seamlessly coordinate multiple trades,simplifying the process for our clients. 3-Fully insured:rest easy knowing we are fully insured and our experienced team ensures a job well done. 4-Free estimates:we provide no-obligation,transparent estimates. 5-Personalised service: our friendly approach keeps you informed at every project stage.
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External Wall Insulation
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We are a small development company moving into property maintenance to keep our trusted tradesman busy. We can provide trusted, qualified and experienced tradesman to carry out the work required and are contactable 24 hours a day.
We tailor quotes for our clients, prioritising customer satisfaction. Our services include: -painting and decorating -plastering -wallpaper -dry lining -over boarding -flat pack assembly -laminated floor installation Visit our Instagram page: bgh improvements
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Hi my name is Agron I am professional plasterer since 2007
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With over 40 years combined experience in the building trade our company has grown and build an amazing portfolio of jobs and customer clientele. We cover all aspects of building and landscaping no job is to small and no job is to big we can handle them all. Our company cover everything from start to finish on all jobs so no need to worry about sorting anything, making it a smooth process for our customers
Very pleased with the outcome of a small extenrion to extend the diner and add a showeroom and utility area. Work was carried out professionally and finished to a high standard . Would recomend this company.
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