We live in Putaruru, Waikato, in a 1950s long rectangular weatherboard house, so we've experienced the challenges of an older building. Having lived here for around a decade, we did insulate the ceilings and floors about seven or eight years ago, which helped cut down the drafts and cold.
However, we did think we needed wall insulation, but the thought dismantling our home to put in insulation seemed unreasonable. It wasn't until we discovered Insulmax®'s product and its affordability that we decided to take the next step in making our home more energy-efficient.
While double-glazing the windows was an option, the cost, which was two to three times more than insulating the walls, was a deterrent. Considering our house's design and the larger area covered by the walls, wall insulation seemed the more effective choice.
We found Insulmax® through an online search. After reading up on everything on their website, we were confident in their solution and invited them for a quote.
Insulmax®'s work on our four-bedroom house, completed in less than a day, was unobtrusive. So much so, I had to ask my partner if the job was done since the paint difference was barely noticeable.
The Results:
Noticing the impact for heat reduction took a bit of time as the insulation was done during the summer months. However, even in summer, we began to feel the difference in the house's temperature - it was cooler and more bearable than before. Surprisingly, it also cut down a lot of the neighbourhood noise, creating a more peaceful environment inside our home.
This winter, although our heat pump mainly warms up the lounge, the insulation has managed to contain the heat better, and it's no longer icy cold at the other end of the house.
Condensation, which was a concern before due to our home's poor ventilation, has also reduced to some extent. The walls are no longer wet, making a significant difference in the overall internal climate.
Their service was cost-effective, efficient and swift - qualities I'd happily share with others.
I've recommended Insulmax® to my work colleagues and will continue to do so. The difference they've made to our home is worthwhile and has truly added value.
Nigel, Waikato