I have a 1970s hollow-block built dormer bungalow and I really need to do something about trying to reduce the draughts, and make it easier to keep the house warm.
Although the windows are all double glazed and the internal walls are all dry-lined, the big problem in the house is draughts. I feel that the contributing factors to these draughts comes from a number of areas.
When you consider the grants that are available for certain jobs, I am wondering if an external wall cladding is worth considering? I am not sure what options are available to me regarding sealing under the roof tiles. I have heard that this can cause problems with damp building up.
From what I can see, there seem to be very few, if any, independent people to get advice from in this area.
Any guidelines would be much appreciated.
Although the windows are all double glazed and the internal walls are all dry-lined, the big problem in the house is draughts. I feel that the contributing factors to these draughts comes from a number of areas.
There is an open fire chimney in the living area
The flooring throughout is suspended timber flooring
Although the attic is insulated there is a woeful draught (wind) that comes from under the roof tiles and felt lining. I feel that these upstairs walls get cooled, and the colder air comes tumbling down to the downstairs area.
I would like to get advice as to which area to tackle that might give me the best return. I know that unless all those draught contributors are sorted there will still be a problem, but what might be the best area to start with? When you consider the grants that are available for certain jobs, I am wondering if an external wall cladding is worth considering? I am not sure what options are available to me regarding sealing under the roof tiles. I have heard that this can cause problems with damp building up.
From what I can see, there seem to be very few, if any, independent people to get advice from in this area.
Any guidelines would be much appreciated.