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There’s a wide range of insulation products available and they primarily fall into three different categories. Discover them here

Underfloor insulation is an important part of having an energy efficient home. It helps to keep your floors warm in the winter and cool in the summer. It also reduces draughts and improves indoor air quality, which will help to save you money on heating and cooling costs. Discover more here

In the Building and Construction industry, R-Value represents the ‘resistance to heat flow’ of a material, whether that heat is flowing out of your home in winter or into your home in summer.  The higher the number, the better the rating, the more comfort it offers.  Read more here

How does carpet influence R Value? And what is the best R Rating to look for when insulating under your floor? We’ll walk you through it. Learn more here

Many places in Australia endure long, cold and wet winters. We have had questions from many people asking us how they can stop cold air coming through their floorboards.

Freezing weather can be one thing but when you have draughts coming into your home the chill factor is significantly exacerbated. Read more here

Underfloor insulation works by keeping your home snug in winter and cool during summer, so your heating and cooling systems don’t have to work overtime. This means you start saving money the minute the insulation is in place. Read more here

Are you thinking about making your home’s floors a little cosier? You might be weighing the options between underfloor heating and underfloor insulation. Although they both deal with floor temperature, they do their jobs quite differently. Let’s dive into what makes each option unique, and perhaps find the perfect solution for your home. Read all about it

What is the best underfloor insulation in Australia?

When it comes to insulating your home, not all materials are created equal. Polyester insulation stands out as a superior option for those seeking an eco-friendly and safe solution without compromising on durability and water resistance. Read more here

When considering insulation in your home, safety is a paramount concern, especially regarding fire hazards. Polyester insulation is known for its inherent fire-resistant properties. Polyester insulation sold in Australia must comply with the National Construction Code. Read more here

It’s natural to be concerned about compression, water and the fire rating of polyester insulation, but don’t worry, we’ve got you covered. Read more here

Having insulation fitted between the joists will not impede the detection of termites. In fact, if they are already there then the stapling may actually discover their presence. In any case, if there is a subsequent termite infestation, you are just as likely to discover them by trying to pierce the bottom of the joists as you would from the side of the joists. Read more here

Nobody like critters making a mess under their home, so it’s important to choose a material that doesn’t appeal to them. Here’s some advice about choosing an ant and rodent resistant insulation. Read all about it here

 

Floors with steel joists are a modern construction choice, favoured for their strength, durability, and resistance to pests and rot, making them particularly suitable for buildings in termite-prone areas or those requiring long spans without support columns. Read more

How to avoid disasters? Troubleshooting

Nobody like critters making a mess under their home, so it’s important to choose a material that doesn’t appeal to them. Here’s some advice about choosing an ant and rodent resistant insulation. Read more here

When installing insulation in your home, one of the most important things to consider is how different materials react to moisture. Both polyester and fibreglass insulation are common choices, but they respond to water in very different ways. Read more here

Under your floor, you might find joists that are extra wide or narrow. Using our ‘Turn and Tear’ method, you can make your underfloor insulation fit perfectly, regardless of your joist spacing.
This is exactly the same technique that professional underfloor insulation installation crews manage to insulate uneven joist spacings. Read more here

Nobody like critters making a mess under their home, so it’s important to choose a material that doesn’t appeal to them. Here’s some advice about choosing an ant and rodent resistant insulation. Read all about it here

Perfect Preparation

To work out if your home is suitable for underfloor insulation you need to consider type of floor you have; what’s going on under there; and whether there’s enough room to work. Here’s a breakdown of what to look out for when planning your underfloor insulation. Read more here.

Underfloor insulation is mostly installed during autumn and winter in Australia. This is because the warmer months do not grab the attention of householders. The first cold day arrives, particularly if it is a “cold snap” which focuses every householder on the fact that “Winter is Coming” – and they need to get organised – fast. This can lead to frustration in the form of quality product shortages. If you are intending on having the product professionally installed, you may not be able to secure the services of the higher rated installation companies. So plan ahead! Learn more here.

Stapling insulation is the best way to ensure your underfloor insulation withstands the test of time. While other bulk insulations like fibreglass has loose fibres that won’t hold a staple, our polyester insulation’s strong, heat-bonded fibres are perfect.

Stapling secures the insulation forever, pushing it firmly against the floorboards so it can do what it does best. Stapling also holds the insulation in place to prevent rodents from nesting between the floorboards and the insulation.

We only recommend stapling insulation because we want you to get the best value for your time and money. You don’t want the sad and saggy plastic strapping disaster in this picture to happen to you! Read full article here.

Installing underfloor insulation? Skip the hassle and rent our tradie-quality staplers!

Our Easy Install Kit gives you everything you need for a quick, secure, and professional installation—without the upfront cost of buying tools. An affordable way to access premium tools, used by the pros, to make the installation of your insulation under wooden floors as fast, as safe and as easy as possible. Check it out here.

Ensuring safety during insulation home improvements is of utmost importance. Before undertaking the project, it is important to pay special attention to safety issues. The first three thing to consider are pest control treatment, testing for Asbestos under your home, assess electrical risks avoiding any risk of stapling the wire while ensuring an electrician can still access it, use a double insulated stapler (NOT A HAND STAPLER), and never work alone. Read more here.

Underfloor Insulation Installers?

With over 20,000 underfloor insulation installations, ecoMaster has a wealth of experience in the field. Although ecoMaster no longer provides direct installation services, we leverage our extensive knowledge and network to connect homeowners with top-quality installers. If you would like to learn more about underfloor insulation before starting this project, have a look at the Underfloor Insulation Masterclass. 

So if you are looking for a “done for you” experience, finding the right installer can be daunting. We can also refer you to reputable installers,  complete the contact form. 

When planning for underfloor insulation installation, several factors can contribute to increased costs. Here are the main aspects to consider: type and quality and durability of insulation material, area to be insulated, accessibility and preparation, labour costs and location, seasonal considerations, parking and site accessibility, and one other thing… Read more here.

How to DIY install underfloor insulation?

Having the best insulation available is a great start to making your home more comfortable, however, the performance of your insulation also depends on how well it’s installed. Read our Step-by-step installation instructions for underfloor insulation. 

Sometimes you’ll come across extra wide or narrow joists under your floor. Here’s how to make your insulation fit perfectly using our simple ‘Turn and Tear’ method.

Most commonly, standard joists have 430mm space between them, making our 450mm width insulation perfect for a nice snug fit. But, not all houses adhere to this standard sizing. Occasionally we come across whole homes that have extra wide or narrow joists across the whole home. But, most commonly, there are just a few rows of odd-width joists towards the edges of the home, because not all homes are the right size for neat row of standard width joists. Read more here.

There are three compelling reasons to avoid using packing straps: they fail to provide sufficient support, they attract rodents by creating gaps, and they pose significant longevity and stability issues:

(1) Insufficient Support; (2) Rodent Attraction; (3)Longevity and Stability Issues. Learn more here.

Ensuring the insulation is perfectly installed maximizes its efficiency, reducing ongoing energy costs and enhancing the living environment sustainably for years to come. Read this quick guide.

There are two potential methods of installation when fitting from the top.  Both have advantages and drawbacks. They are:

  1. Fitting a supporting membrane under the joists and then simply dropping the insulation in. We have not ever done this nor seen it done.
  2. Stapling the insulation along the top of the joists.  This is the method that we have used when fitting underfloor insulation from the top.

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