Wall, loft, and floor insulation guides
Draught-proof your Lancashire Victorian terrace for under £50 with simple DIY fixes. Save £100-£200 a year on heating bills with door strips, chimney excluders and more.
11 December 2025Your EPC rating depends heavily on insulation, but assessors make assumptions that may not reflect reality. Here's how the process works.
27 October 2025What EPC ratings mean and how to improve yours for free in Lancashire. Draught-proofing, LED lighting and loft insulation can boost your score at no cost.
20 October 2025Pipe lagging and tank insulation are the cheapest DIY energy upgrades. Lancashire homeowners can save £30-80 per year for under £20 in materials.
29 September 2025Preston's conservation areas have strict rules on external changes, but solid wall insulation is still possible. Here's how to navigate the process.
4 September 2025Party walls between terraced houses account for 15-25% of heat loss. Insulating them is one of the most overlooked energy upgrades in Lancashire.
11 August 2025Natural insulation materials like hemp and sheep wool are ideal for Lancashire's breathable stone buildings. Here's how they compare and what they cost.
14 July 2025Cavity wall insulation in Lancashire costs £400-£700 for a semi, or free through government energy efficiency scheme. Find out savings, eligibility and how to check if your home qualifies.
3 July 2025Bay windows are a beautiful feature of Lancashire Victorians but a major source of heat loss. Here's how to insulate them properly.
19 June 2025Manchester city centre flat owners can cut noise and energy bills with the right acoustic insulation. Here's what works and what it costs.
26 May 2025