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Cavity Wall Insulation Installers in Scotland

Cavity Wall Insulation in Scotland

Cavity wall insulation is a method used to insulate walls in buildings, particularly homes, to improve energy efficiency and reduce heat loss. It involves filling the gap or cavity between the inner and outer walls of a building with an insulating material. This insulation helps to keep the warmth inside during cold weather and prevents excessive heat from entering during hot weather.

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How does cavity wall insulation work?

Here’s how cavity wall insulation works:

  1. Identification of Cavity Walls: Not all walls have a cavity. Homes built after the 1920s and before the 1990s are more likely to have a gap between the inner and outer walls.

  2. Drilling Holes: Small holes are drilled into the external wall at regular intervals, usually from the outside of the building.

  3. Injecting Insulating Material: An insulating material, often foam, mineral wool, or polystyrene beads, is injected into the cavity through the holes. The insulation material is chosen for its thermal properties, meaning its ability to trap and retain heat.

  4. Sealing Holes: After the insulation material has been injected, the holes are sealed, leaving little evidence of the process.

Cavity Wall Insulation Installers Scotland

Envirosmart Limited no longer installs cavity wall insulation in Scotland. Scottish properties are not well suited for cavity wall insulation, due to there many so many historic and victorian buildings with no cavity in place.

This is because of issues that occur after installing cavity wall insulation, we advise on other types of insulation that are more effective and risk averse.

Other types of home insulation we install include loft insulation, underfloor insulation, internal wall insulation, external wall insulation, roof insulation and room in roof insulation.

Reasons Not To Install Cavity Wall Insulation

While cavity wall insulation can offer several benefits, there are also situations where it might not be suitable or advisable to install it. Here are some reasons not to install cavity wall insulation:

  1. No Cavity Walls: If your house does not have a cavity between the inner and outer walls, then cavity wall insulation is not applicable. Many older or traditional buildings in Scotland will most likely not have cavities.

  2. Existing Insulation: If your cavity walls are already insulated and the insulation is in good condition, there’s generally no need for additional insulation. Insulating over existing insulation can create moisture problems.

  3. Cavity Width: If the cavity is too narrow or irregularly shaped, it might be challenging to effectively fill it with insulation material. Insufficient insulation could lead to thermal bridging and decreased effectiveness.

  4. Damp Issues: If your property is prone to dampness or has issues with water penetration, installing cavity wall insulation can exacerbate the problem. It might trap moisture within the walls, leading to damp and mold issues.

  5. Structural Problems: If your property has structural issues, such as deteriorating mortar or unstable walls, installing cavity wall insulation might not be advisable. It’s crucial to address structural problems before considering insulation.

  6. Cost vs. Savings: In some cases, the cost of installing cavity wall insulation might not justify the potential energy savings, especially if you live in a mild climate or your energy consumption is already low.

  7. Heritage or Listed Buildings: Regulations and restrictions might apply to historic or listed buildings, preventing modifications to the original structure, including cavity wall insulation. Always check with local authorities if you live in such a property.

Before deciding to install cavity wall insulation, consult with our insulation installers to discuss your needs and wether there is a better long way to insulation your home.

Problems With Cavity Wall Insulation in Scotland

Here are the fundamental reasons why cavity wall insulation is not always suitable for homes in Scotland:

  1. Property Suitability: Not all homes in Scotland have suitable cavity walls. Older properties, in particular, might lack cavities or have cavities that are unsuitable for insulation. A professional assessment is necessary to determine whether your property is suitable for cavity wall insulation.

  2. Dampness Consideration: Scotland’s climate can be damp, and some areas are prone to high rainfall. It’s essential to address any existing damp issues before installing cavity wall insulation, as trapping moisture inside the walls can lead to further problems.

  3. Building Regulations: You need to check local building regulations before installing cavity wall insulation in Scotland. Planning permission is often not granted in certain parts of the country.

See this BBC article about cavity wall insulation ruining a mans home in East Kilbride, nearly a decade of damp conditions.

Video from Skill Builder showing some of the problems with cavity wall insulation

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We are cavity wall insulation and renewable energy experts that only use the best environmentally friendly materials with all of the installations conduct. Our approved installers have vast experience with all aspects of home energy efficiency programmes as advised by the Energy Savings Trust.

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  • - Therma fleece, sheeps wool insulation.
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  • - SuperQuilt multifoil insulation.

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A grade insulation, thin, light, durable, stable, humidity proof, pressure resistant and compliant in building regulations.

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Initially we contracted Craig and his team to provide insulation for two attic rooms which are either freezing or much too hot and they ended up fitting a new kitchen too.
We can't recommend this firm highly enough, especially for the way they helped us through the unexpected discovery of damp.

Communication and customer service were excellent; friendly helpful worker were punctual, hardworking and cleaned up thoroughly.
Highly recommended.
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Great service. Phoned on the Monday, Craig came out the next day to survey the loft. I felt it was a good price and booked the job in for the following Tuesday. Allan, Fraser and Callum came out and stripped all the rotten stuff out then boarded up exposed roof panels and installed new insulation. They tidied up as they left and I am now delighted with the quality of the job. Very professional from start to finish. 5 Stars
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Colin Thomson, Glasgow5* Google Review 2021
Excellent service from start to finish. Robert,Hamilton &Fraser were first class workers. Craig also kept in touch all the way through to ensure we’re happy. We had our loft re insulated and floored & rear porch stripped out & insulated. Nothing was a problem.
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Ann Primrose, Central Glasgow5* Bark Review 2023
Used this company to upgrade our loft insulation. All staff were extremely hardworking and professional and they went over and above when faced with an unexpected wasp nest in the roof. Would highly recommend the team. Would not hesitate to use them in the future. Many thanks Craig and team for such a great job.
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Sue Hope, Ayrshire5* Google Review 2021
Both members of the team were fantastic and finished the job quickly and to the best standard. Also did small extras to help fix small problems as well. Definitely recommend this company to anyone and we are also going to use them again for other jobs. Thanks again 👍
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Ross McKinley, Edinburgh5* Bark Review, April 2021
Extremely pleased that we used Craig and his team to install pitched roof loft insulation in our 120 year old house. The lads were polite, pleasant and hardworking. They went that extra mile and left the previously neglected loft in mint condition. After sales service is second to none too. Thanks to all involved the difference the insulation has made is phenomenal. Would definitely use their services again.
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JR Z, Ayrshire5* Google Review, March 2023
Envirosmart upgraded our underfloor insulation and loft insulation to help improve the energy use of our home. Craig and his team were great from start to finish. Extremely professional, polite and were always on time. I highly recommend this company!
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Lisa Misfud, Glasgow5* Bark Review, March 2021
Highly recommend this company. We had 300 mm insulation and a new velux window installed in the attic. Great communication from Craig throughout. And the guys who did the job were friendly, efficient, and hard working. Thorough clean up when finished too.
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Cian McGinley, Ayrshire5* Google Review, Feb 2023
Envirosmart upgraded our underfloor insulation and loft insulation to help improve the energy use of our home. Craig and his team were great from start to finish. Extremely professional, polite and were always on time. I highly recommend this company!
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Claire, Renfrewshire5* Bark Review, March 2021
I was extremely satisfied with all work completed for new loft insulation. All old insulation and flooring was removed with new materials. Craig and his team for start to finish were friendly, professional and efficient. I was given regular updates on progress to make sure I was happy the team even made a few suggestions to ensure I have good storage space. I would definitely recommend this company.
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Linda Scott, Glasgow5* Google Review, December 2022
First class service. Craig came out several times . We had a leak in the roof space that led to issues with condensation ,caused the insulation to be ineffective and need replaced. Craig and his team came out the other day to carry out the job , this involved removing the old insulation , installing new insulation and a storage area. On time ,efficient ,tidy and a pleasure to deal with.
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Helen, Falkirk5* Bark Review, March 2021
What can I say... A huge thank you to Craig and his team for carrying out the loft insulation job at my son's flat. A very professional team. From the first telephone call from Craig who was very pleasant and spoke me through what the work entailed to the cleaning up by his team at the end of the work. A brilliant job was done. I would certainly recommend Envirosmart to everyone. Thank you Craig and the team.
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Sandra McPherson, Stirling5* Google Review, August 2021
I had my loft emptied and new Insulation installed. Craig and his team were great and completed the work in one day. I would highly recommend this company. Well done lads.
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Margaret Parish, Central Scotland5* Bark Review, Feb 2021
I engaged Envirosmart to remove old insulation from my loft, replace with new and partially floor the loft. Despite the job of removing the old insulation being particularly messy and unpleasant, it was done without any mess in the house. The work was completed to an excellent standard, efficiently and at a very competitive price. They were also a pleasure to deal with. Superb and definitely on my short list of go to companies.
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Gilbert Henderson, Glasgow5* Google Review, September 2021
I found them to be reliable they turned up when they said they would and did a very good job pleased with the outcome
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Thomas Chawner, Ayrshire5* Bark Review, Feb 2021
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    We are an Ayrshire based insulation company, initially launching from home in Ayr, successful growth year on year lead to us relocating to an industrial estate in Stewarton. Our team of installers are based in Ayrshire and Glasgow serving most of Scotland, with a quick response for local enquiries. 

    Unit 55, Magbiehill Park, Dunlop Road, Stewarton, KA3 3DX, Scotland

    0800 8611394
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    Cavity Wall Insulation Installers in Scotland

    Envirosmart Limited has dedicated teams of insulation installers ready and able to install cavity wall insulation in most of Scotland including in Argyll and Bute, Ayrshire, Clackmannanshire, Dumfries and Galloway, Dundee, East Dunbartonshire, East Lothian, Edinburgh, Falkirk, Fife, Glasgow, Greenock and Inverclyde, North Lanarkshire, Perth and Kinross, South Lanarkshire, Stirling, West Lothian and West Dunbartonshire.

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