Planning and house insulation

Planning and house insulation

We urgently need clarity on the law around insulating houses of no special aesthetic or historic merit

Anyone who needs to repaint their facade should also consider insulation. The additional costs will pay for themselves in the medium term thanks to subsidies and energy savings.

Home insulation is more popular than investing in solar and wind energy.

Frequently asked questions regarding thermal insulation

1.Why is insulation necessary?  Thermal insulation reduces heat gain or loss, having a direct impact on the internal comfort of a house or building. In addition, it also reduces sound transmission.  2. Is thermal insulation compulsory in South Africa?  Yes. In September 2011 the Department of Trade and Industry published an amendment to the National Building Regulations to introduce requirements for energy usage in buildings. Since 2011 all new …