Insulation
Insultation
Note: It is the landlord’s responsibility to establish whether planning permission is required for any insulation works in a listed building or a property located in a conservation area and to obtain any necessary consent before applying.
| Measure | Percentage of cost / maximum grant contribution | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Loft insulation | 50 percent / £500 |
Must be topped up to the level specified in current Building Regulations (270mm in 2019).Care should be taken not to block ventilation at the eaves. Appropriate bearers and walk boards must be installed where joists are covered and access is required. The loft hatch must also be insulated and draught- proofed. |
| Cavity wall insulation | 50 percent / £500 | Must be undertaken by an installer registered with the Cavity Insulation Guarantee Agency (CIGA) following a survey to ensure the property is suitable for this measure. |
| Attic rooms* and flat roof insulation | 50 percent / £3000 |
Using a proprietary thermal and vapour check installed in accordance with the manufacturer’s recommendations.To achieve the appropriate U-value as set out in current Building Regulations |
| Solid wall* insulation |
External - 50 percent / £5000 Internal - 50 percent / £3000 |
External solid wall insulation using an approved method and installer registered with the Solid Wall Insulation Guarantee Agency (SWIGA). Internal solid wall insulation using a proprietary thermal and vapour check installed in accordance with the manufacturer’s recommendations.To achieve the appropriate U-value as set out in current Building Regulations. |