How can we insulate our lath and plaster walls? We recently recorded a talk and Q&A on the difficulties insulating traditional lath & plaster walls, with architect Chris Morgan of John Gilbert Architects.
Homeowners in Glasgow want to take action to improve heating efficiency, but traditional construction such as lath & plaster walls and ornate cornices make insulating tricky. One solution is to insulate behind the lath & plaster, such as with spray foam or bonded beads – but these methods carry serious risks, sometimes leading to damp and rot.
Loco Home Retrofit CIC is partnering with John Gilbert Architects for a 2-part series to help navigate this dilemma. In this first session, we will hear from Chris Morgan, director of John Gilbert Architects, who will cover some of the critical risks to successful cavity insulation.
UK Budget Update: Why the Numbers Stack Up for Heat Pump Owners
The headline news from the recent UK Budget announcement is out: the average household is set to see their energy bill drop by £150. While this is welcome news for everyone, the headlines don’t tell the full story. If you are a homeowner currently considering a heat pump, or if you have already made the…
The Boiler Upgrade Scheme Might Be Coming To An End…What About Scotland’s Homeowners?
We know there’s been a lot of confusing news recently about changes to funding for clean heating and home insulation from the UK Government. We wanted to set the record straight and clarify how these announcements affect residents here in Scotland.
5 Ways Loco Home Retrofit Can Help with Your Renovation Project
If you close your eyes and imagine your dream home, you probably have a clear image of it. From the floors to the finishes, you have a vision. But have you thought about what it feels like? Will it feel cosy on a January morning or will there be condensation on the windows? What about…
Why It’s Smart to Switch to a Heat Pump—Even If Your Boiler Still Works
Customers often tell us that they’d like to fit a heat pump, but they feel that it doesn’t make sense for them right now as they, or the previous owner, had to replace the gas boiler in the last few years. Loco Home’s Retrofit Consultant Angus weighs in on the topic. There’s two main reasons why…
MSP Visits Our Co-Op Members to Learn About Community-Led Heat Pump Events
Loco Home members Kat and Iain welcomed a special visit from Paul Sweeney MSP, and Existing Homes Alliance director, Gillian Campbell, to see their air-source heat pump in action. Their home, built in the early 1900s, has become a living example of how even Scotland’s older housing stock can be transformed into a warm, efficient…
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