When you are brainstorming ideas for home renovations, you are probably thinking about giving yourself more space and making the place look nice, but have you considered adding more insulation? It’s not the most exciting home renovation that you can make, but it’s definitely worthwhile. In the winter, it’s a great way to cut your heating bills and, in the summer, it will help you to keep your house nice and cool. These are some of the best ways to add more insulation to your home. 

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Upgrade Windows and Doors 

Old wooden windows look great, but they’re not ideal where insulation is concerned, especially if they are single pane. With outdated windows, you will find it so hard to control the temperature inside your home. That’s why it’s a good idea to upgrade to some double glazed ones. You can get some great wood effect windows so it does not affect the aesthetic of your home and you still get all of the insulation benefits. They will also block out more noise, so it’s a good change to make if you live near a busy road. Fitting thicker doors will also make a huge difference and make it a lot easier to maintain a good temperature in your home all year around. 

House Siding 

Siding on the outside of the house is a great way to improve the look of your home exterior and give yourself a bit of insulation at the same time. There are a lot of different house siding options out there, so you should be able to find something that fits with the aesthetic of the house and gives you the extra insulation that you need. If you choose a durable material for your house siding, it will give you extra protection against the elements and you won’t need to worry about painting the exterior either. 

Roof Insulation 

You lose a lot of heat through the roof of your house, but the good news is, there is an easy fix. Insulating the roof cavity is fairly easy and it is not invasive, so you don’t need to spend loads of money. As long as you do a bit of research and find the correct insulation, you can usually do it yourself. If you are unable to afford to upgrade the windows and doors or add house siding, this is usually your best option. 

Draft Proofing 

If you are looking for an even cheaper way to improve the insulation in your home, draft proofing is ideal. You don’t need to do any extensive renovations around the home, you just need to work out where all of the small gaps are and cover them. Underneath doors, for example, is a common area where cold air gets in. You can buy some great draft excluders for next to nothing, or even make your own. By plugging small gaps around the home, you can improve your insulation in a big way without spending much money at all. 

These are the best ways to improve insulation around your home so you can save money in winter and beat the heat in the summer.