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Staying Safe When Installing Insulation

Insulation installation is not considered the most hazardous of jobs. It does, however, come with its own set of risks. The following risks and recommended practices are not exhaustive, and common sense should be used when undertaking these kinds of jobs. Wearing Adequate Personal Protective Equipment Before you start working, make sure that you are using appropriate PPE. Safety glasses and dust masks are recommended, particularly when working with insulation above your head, for example installing ceiling insulation from underneath. Most insulation installers wear a long-sleeved shirt and gloves when handling insulation, to prevent the millions of tiny fibres making contact with and irritating their skin. Some claim that having a cold shower at the end of the day is the best way of removing the fibres that have attached themselves to their skin. Safety Considerations up in the Roof Space The long sharp bladed knife serves to cut the insulation to fit where needed and while ti
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The Worst Bulk Insulation Jobs – Not For The Faint Hearted

Most roof insulation installers start very early in the day. Not because they naturally happen to be what some people refer to as “morning people” but simply because the roof space gets very hot as soon as the sun hits. On the warmest days this even comes to the point of unbearable or unsafe. So, the more work that the installer gets out of the way early in the day the better. After breakfast he loads up his vehicle with the bags of bulk insulation , plugs the first address into his GPS and then he is on his way. It’s a retrofit job; an old house that was never insulated is finally having thermal insulation installed in the roof. It Must Be the Wrong Address The insulation installer pulls up, gulps down the final contents of his coffee cup and gets out of the vehicle. After a few steps towards the house something doesn’t seem to be quite right. He must have been given the wrong address. He was expecting the typical pitched roof of many old houses, but this roof is
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Pink Batts and Other Insulation Brands in New Zealand

Fletcher Insulation and Pink Batts Fletchers manufacturers a range of insulation products and accessories. Pink Batts Silencer has only been around for a few years and comes in the distinct pink packaging. Pink Batts Silencer acoustic insulation serves a double purpose. As well as being highly effective at blocking the transfer of noise between rooms or through the external walls of the house it also has a higher R-value than the equivalent insulation standard wall insulation range. Therefore, with increasing energy costs, it is likely that Pink Batts Silencer will increase in popularity, both from an energy savings and privacy point of view. These high-density batts come in R1.9 and R2.4, and fit nicely into a standard wall cavity. It is always recommended that home owners think carefully about the type and level of wall insulation they need, as getting it right at the time of construction is by far the cheapest and easiest option. All Pink Batts products come with a life
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Building Warm and Dry Homes in Hamilton

Hamilton (Māori: Kirikiriroa) lies in the North Island of New Zealand and is the biggest city in the Waikato region. With a population of around 165,400, it is the fourth most-populous city in the country. The city of Hamilton is nestled on the banks of the great Waikato River and has a land area of about 110 km2. It is well known for its decadent food, award-winning gardens and pulsating nightlife. The area on which Hamilton lies was originally the scene of several Māori villages, which had mostly been abandoned by the time the British settlers arrived. One of these villages was called Kirikiriroa and this is also the Māori name of the city today. Rapidly Growing Region with Diverse Economy Hamilton has gone from being predominantly an agricultural service centre to a thriving urban area with a multifaceted economy, of which education and research play a significant role. Approximately 40,000 tertiary students reside in Hamilton, along with 1,000 PhD-qualified scientis
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Roof Sarking – Added Protection and Savings All Year Round

Many home owners know from experience the implications of allowing water to enter their ceiling space. The repairs can be comprehensive and costly, and in some cases unnecessary. Had reasonable preventative measures been taken, the unfortunate situation could possibly have been avoided. Entry of storm driven rain into the roof cavity can cause permanent damage, while trapped moisture can instigate mould issues and ceiling staining. Wet insulation becomes essentially useless and no longer provides the thermal resistance it was intended to when first installed. Many of these issues can be prevented by incorporating sarking during construction of the roof. If water somehow manages to find its way through the tiles, it stops with the sarking and runs down into the gutters and away from the house. What is roof sarking? Sarking is a water proof membrane that sits under the roof tiles. While roof tiles should keep water out of your home, sarking acts as an extra layer of protection just
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Benefits of Ceiling Insulation Batts

Transfer of heat through ceiling, floors, and walls increase the temperature. In result, you have to suffer as heighten temperature doesn't take you a sigh of relief. You have to run air conditioners or such other appliances to encounter the heat.  The winter season in New Zealand is frosty. Cooling and heating energy bills thin the wallet. You can cut the expenses with the installation of the ceiling insulation batts. These additions make your home a comfortable place to live in all seasons. Different kinds of batts are available on the market. Take into consider their features and choose that fulfill your requirement. R-value is a parameter that tells the quality of batts. The best level is R.6 in New Zealand. Create the comfortable environment for your family to enjoy the life. Well-reputed companies give the lifetime guarantee of their products. Get that material that functions for a significant length of time. Batts of the highest standards reduce the greenhouse gas emis
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Amazing Benefits of Insulation Batts

Installation of insulation batts ensures the comfortable life. It gives numerous cherished benefits, that’s why their demand is increasing every year. The insulation material is available in different sizes and features.  Insulating the property is a primary function of this product. In winter, covered walls and roofs prevent the outflow of heat. It reduces the energy consumption, and homeowners can save hundreds of dollars monthly. Fortunately, this is a cost-effective material, and everyone homeowner can buy it easily. Proper installation is a prerequisite to secure the full benefits of the insulation. Some people consider that it is effortless to install the material.  They don’t think it necessary to get the services of the professionals. They have to experience inconvenience due to improper usage of the mineral fiber. This is a job of specialists so let them do. Insulation batts remain functional for a great length of time. However, it is advisable to check the qu
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