Photo courtesy from In order to get natural cooling through insulation you need to tightly insulate your walls, but also your attic and your floors. In other words, you need to make sure your house is all sealed like an envelope. After that, you should deal with the windows, as well. Once you have your home all nice […]
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5 Ways To Cool Your Home This Summer
The Australian summer is made for days at the beach and relaxing by the pool – but how do you cool off when a body of water is no where in sight? For most, cranking the air conditioner or planting yourself in front of a fan is the go-to solution when temperatures soar. While it may be […]
installation of a wooden floor with insulation Keeping your home warm with proper insulation
That autumn chill has finally set in. It’s about this time of year that you drag out the heater and keep the doors closed. Sadly, as the temperature drops, our energy bills often surge. While you can try using heavy curtains to trap the heat inside your room or sealing cracks and gaps to prevent […]
Insulation With Some Flair
One of the most redeeming qualities of any tradesperson is an entertaining personality. And Ashley from YouHireMe Insulation has personality in spades. Since joining Service Seeking YouHireMe has experienced a 100% positive review rate and increased their leads for household insulation by 15%. Ashley recalls one of his most memorable jobs as a long hard […]
Insulating blinds to keep you warm
Blinds have come a long way from the plain wood or plastic slats that aren’t easy on the eye and often shut out too much sunlight. Now, insulating blinds exist to help control heat gain and loss in your home. Insulating blinds usually cost more than ordinary ones, but they are still one of the […]
Insulation: Learn the basics
Insulation has a large effect on your home’s energy consumption, comfort and indoor air quality. By choosing the right insulation material, you are taking a step towards a healthier, more comfortable environment for your home and reducing your energy bills for years to come. There are three basic insulation types that are commonly used in […]
Rigid insulation: the facts
It’s crucial to select the right insulation for your walls. Rigid-foam is a great option for providing efficient thermal resistance (R-value) in a thin package, however, the different types have varied characteristics and performance – so choose wisely! Expanded polystyrene (EPS) If you’re insulating a concrete building, EPS insulation is the way to go. At […]
The insulation debacle
It was one of the reasons Kevin Rudd was turfed out of office and linked to the deaths of 4 people and 93 house fires, the Household Insulation Scheme was a disaster of epic proportions. The Household Insulation Scheme was pushed out last year as part of the Government’s $42 billion stimulus package and was […]
Sustainable insulation for your home
Although traditional insulation materials such as fibreglass, foam and mineral wool have a long track-record of use, a number of alternative and more sustainable forms of insulation are becoming increasingly popular. It’s important to choose the right insulation for your home. There are two basic types: bulk insulation (usually batts, rolls or boards) and reflective […]