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3 Key Home Improvements to Make Your Home Warmer This Winter

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As winter approaches it’s a prime time to think about key home improvements that could make your home warmer. Whilst 2 sets of socks and slippers may be doing the trick at the moment, the benefits of making your home warmer will outweigh the cost, and ensure you always have a cosy home to relax in. Discover 3 key home improvements to make your home warmer this winter with Mass Foam Systems:

1. Tackle the source of your cold problem

The most common reasons why your home is cold will be due to insulation problems. From hefty drafts to insufficient roof, attic and loft insulation, you will only achieve a permanent solution by investing in proper insulation. The energy saving trust estimates that about 5% of heat is lost through the roof! Here at Mass Foam Systems, we install Icynene® spray foam insulation, an environmentally friendly water blown foam that can insulate and seal roofs, lofts, internal and external walls, crawl spaces and more to keep cold air out and warm air in.  Moreover, it reduces the need for so much central heating, blocks any nasty outdoor pollutants and adds a level of soundproofing.  It only takes a day to install our spray foam insulation and can save you up to 50% on your fuel bills.

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2. Drafts from windows and doors

The next step is to tackle any window and door cracks creating drafts. There are a variety of low cost ways to tackle this, starting with fixing any loose-fitting windows or doors with self-adhesive foam weather stripping. This product comes in a roll form and can be purchased from any DIY store, and is easy to apply by simply placing the strip at the bottom of a window or the outside edge of a door frame. Beware of using silicone as this old method is a very poor insulator; foam strips and expanding foam insulation is most effective as it expands to fill any gaps. Drawer brush strips, thick curtains and door draft cushions are also a good temporary solution.

3. Adjust your heating habits

We’re hesitant to blast the heat in our homes because of the energy bills, but it is possible to have a warm home whenever you need it and save a fortune! Central heating owners should programme their boiler to turn the heating on 30 minutes before they wake, but at a lower temperature that they normally would. Boilers heat at a constant speed no matter how high you set it to, so it’s cheaper to have it lower for longer!

Make sure you’re not cold inside this winter with Mass Foam Systems top heating tips. Make a permanent step towards a warm home by getting in touch on 0800 246 5051 to learn more about Icynene® spray foam insulation or get an instant quote.

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