It is a scientific fact that hot air rises to the top and cold air settles at the bottom. This scientific fact makes every un-insulated home to lose almost twenty-five percent of heat through roof. So it is very important to get roof insulation in Melbourne done for your homes to keep your homes warm by stopping heat from escaping and thus save on your energy bills.
Outlets that trade building supplies, generally keep a stock of different insulating materials. Some of the insulating methods can be done by you while others would need professional help.
Roof insulation is commonly known as loft insulation. In this method, a specific material, designed for insulation is laid between the joists (horizontal beams along the floor) or rafters (angled beams that support roof). These both methods slow down the heat transfer process in your home, thus making your house cooler in summer and warmer in winter. The insulation in joists keeps warmth below in winter and insulation in rafters keep cold air bottom and sends warm air to the roof, thus creating an ideal temperature for you.
The simplest and cheapest from of insulation is the classic cold loft option. The insulation material placed over and between the joists stops heat from escaping the living area. This option leaves the loft area un-insulated, leaving the area cold in winter and warmer in summer. House-owners cannot use the loft space in this type of home insulation. This option works only for pitched roofs.
For warm loft insulation, you can install the insulation material directly under roof. This method not only reduces heat loss but also keeps your loft at ideal temperature, both in winter and summer. You should have a ventilation facility, just below the roof so that condensation does not build up and cause rotting of roof.
You can choose either the cold type of insulation or go for one among different types of insulation.
