Do You Need Your Cavity Walls Removed?
Cavity wall insulation became a part of most houses in the 1970s. Some projects were done before that, but most properties built between the 1920s-1970s didn’t include the cavity wall. The purpose of this insulation was to save energy and government bodies and councils were strongly encouraging homeowners to insulate their properties.
However, most homeowners today say that the result of insulation was damp and that they are now facing the decision to go through with mold remediation services and even cavity wall removal.
Whilst it’s often presented that filling your wall cavity with fibre or foam, or other materials used for insulation, will help keep the heat inside and reduce your energy bill (which was the purpose), in reality, most homes experience different results. If your home is in a rainy and windy environment and your walls are not protected from dripping rain, rainwater can get inside the walls. Since you have cavity wall insulation, that keeps hot air in, that promotes moisture because hot air holds on to water. This way, moisture, dampness, and condensation enter your home. As a result, it can damage your wallpaper, crumble the paint, spoil decorations, and even cause fungal decay. Dampness also attracts mold, which in turn acts as a health hazard. All of these problems will lead to one solution – cavity wall removal. This is of course another expenditure on top of the cost of cavity wall insulation that you’ve already covered, along with the cost of fixing the damage on your property.
How To Get Your Cavity Wall Insulation Extraction Cost Paid For
If you’re experiencing condensation and damp, there isn’t much left to do other than try to either fix a poor installation or remove it completely. So, what could you do to avoid the cavity wall insulation extraction cost, or even get it paid for? Since you’ve already paid for cavity wall insulation, it’s understandable that you might be frustrated to cover the cost of removing it. You’ve paid for it, have experienced damage to your property rather than benefits, and now there is another cost to cover. So what can you do? The best solution is to find out if you are entitled to compensation.
A recent independent study discovered that 83% of homes older than 1935 are unsuitable for cavity wall insulation. In spite of these findings and survey reports that show irregularities with older homes, construction companies continue to install cavity wall insulation on unsuitable properties. Professionals can help you discover if this was the case for your property and represent you in seeking compensation. The best way to get your cavity wall insulation extraction cost paid for is to get compensated by the company that damaged your property as a result of wrongfully installing the insulation. Find out the reason why you are experiencing problems with your insulation to see if you are entitled to compensation.
Are You Making A Mistake By Removing Old Cavity Wall Insulation?
Cavity wall insulation was meant to be very beneficial to your property. There are many advantages that come with cavity walls that are properly installed. One of the first reasons why you’ve probably been advised to install cavity wall insulation is because of the energy-saving potential. Research shows that up to 35% of the hot air in our homes is lost through the walls. By using the best cavity wall insulation, you can significantly reduce your energy, or gas, bill by simply keeping the hot air in. There are other benefits as well, including sound insulation and a positive environmental impact since you are reducing your carbon footprint.
So, is removing old cavity wall insulation a bad decision? The answer depends on your situation. If you are not experiencing the common problematic symptoms with cavity wall insulation, such as condensation or mold, there is no need to remove it. However, if you are having trouble, you are only causing further damage to your property by keeping the cavity wall insulation in. Call experts and seek their professional advice, free of charge. There are companies that have a team of trained experts in the field of cavity fillings, water damage to properties and, most importantly, compensation. If you came to the point of removing old cavity wall insulation, experts could help you to get compensated and the repairs paid for. If you are noticing problems with your insulation, don’t ignore them – take action as soon as possible because the damage may be higher than what is visible on the walls.
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