We have taken a look into which UK cities and towns have had the most noise complaints filed in the last five years (2017-2021). To do this, Freedom of Information requests were sent to 49 local councils requesting the total number of noise complaints, as well as yearly and monthly breakdowns.
Find out how you can save money on your loft conversion, as well as the dos and don'ts in this Insulation Express expert guide.
You may be considering taking on a house renovation. But how do you know which renovations to focus on - from both a financial and happiness perspective? Luckily, Insulation Express have analysed every episode of season one to season four of Kirstie Allsopp and Phil Spencer’s ‘Love It or List It’ to highlight the most profitable (and useful) renovations to...
Every year the UK uses over 5 million tonnes of plastic - that’s about 15 times as heavy as the Empire State Building. But did you know the construction industry accounts for a quarter (23%) of the plastic consumed in the UK? The construction industry is still heavily reliant on plastic, for its cheapness, durability and water-resistance making it the...
Did you know that 1 million people are exposed to hearing-damaging noise at work? If you work in construction, you’re most likely aware that the industry is a noisy business. But did you also know that the sector has the second highest rate of people developing occupational deafness? Unfortunately, when you lose your hearing, it’s irreversible and life-changing. With this...
Thermal insulation is essentially the reduction of heat transfer between objects, or the transfer of thermal energy from one place to another. Learn more about it in this expert guide.
Younger generations are often criticised for not knowing the most basic DIY skills, but it’s not just millennials losing their DIY touch - it’s the whole of the UK. Last year, there were nearly 3 million Google searches regarding the most common DIY tasks - and that’s from Britain alone. That’s why Insulation Express have collaborated with a DIY &...
As winter turns into spring, it’s time to start looking at spring cleaning tips that you can undertake yourself. People often focus on what they can do with their interiors, such as in the living room or the kitchen, but it’s also crucial to look at keeping the exterior of your home clean and to avoid further problems that could cost you money down the line.
With the government’s recent revisions of the National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF), it is now easier for homeowners and developers to create homes above existing residential and commercial properties. Since these revisions, rooftop home developers have received funding to generate much-needed affordable homes across the UK. Insulation Express have uncovered the benefits of building upwards, from saving the Green Belt...
During the winter months, it can be difficult to keep your home warm, often relying on your central heating and ensuring your home is properly insulated. One thing that often passes people by is the fact that different rooms in the home actually have different ideal temperatures, for a number of reasons.
