With more than 20 years' experience in energy efficiency and sustainability, Karen cuts through the jargon to explain environmental impacts and help you find greener options. Insulating a pitched roof ...

Most people assume that if enough insulation is thrown into the loft, less heat will escape and the energy bills will be lower. Whilst this sounds logical, the reality is that insulating a roof is not ...

As a writer for Forbes Home since 2021, Emily specializes in writing about home warranties, solar installations, car transportation and moving companies. With a background in journalism and experience ...

You've probably heard of foam being used to cover flat roofs on many Arizona homes. It's roofing that keeps out rain but also reflects heat. Foam also plays a big role in insulating many newly built ...

The correct insulation specification is critical to the success of any flat roof installation. This CPD module, sponsored by Celotex, outlines the main points to consider UBM’s CPD distance-learning ...

we wanted to get insulation installed in our flat roof, which goes from 33 feet or so at the front, to 6″ or so at the rear. Does anyone know of anyone who would do this? Blow in or bats, I dont ...

A flat roof is the most cost-efficient roof shape. There is increase in adoption of flat roof in the commercial building sector as they are capable of absorbing a high amount of solar energy. Thus, ...

Insulating a pitched roof or loft is one of the most cost-effective ways to improve your home's energy efficiency. Uninsulated homes lose around a quarter of their heat through the roof. Even if you ...