Letâs face it, outside is a noisy place. From the early-morning magpie choir to the neighbourâs new obsession with DIY power tools, life in our house isnât always as peaceful as weâd like. And while insulation is famous for keeping homes warm in winter and cool in summer, one big question pops up again and again: Can insulation help with … Read More
Is Your Insulation Past Its Prime? A Guide to Knowing When to Replace, Refit, or Restore
Ah, insulation the often over-looked hero of our homes, quietly keeping us cosy in winter and cool in summer. But like that expired yogurt lurking in the back of your fridge, insulation doesn’t last forever. So, how do you know when it’s time to bid farewell to your old insulation and welcome the new? Dive into the telltale signs. Insulation … Read More
Do I Need an Electrical Safety Check Before Installing Insulation?
If youâre thinking about getting that cosy ceiling insulation installed by ThermaHome, you might be wondering: âDo I need an electrical safety check first?â Short answer: Very likely. And skipping it isnât just risky, it could be downright dangerous. But donât worry, weâll walk you through why itâs important, how it applies to your insulation upgrade, and how ThermaHome handles … Read More
Steel Yourself: Why Underfloor Insulation Matters in Steel-Framed Homes
Ever wondered why your sleek, steel-framed home is a draughty icebox, or a stovetop? Youâre not alone. The Good (Steel), The Bad (Cold), and The Fix (ThermaHome) Steel is tough; no rot, termites, or flimsy joists here. But itâs also a notorious heat conductor, which means your houseâs comfort levels can swing wider than your WiFi range when isolated to … Read More
How You Can Cash In on Victoriaâs New Insulation Scheme
Summer in Victoria can make your house feel like a personal sauna, or like your auditioning for Game of Thrones in winter. What if there was a way to make your home feel comfier without sending your power bill into orbit? Enter- the new Victorian insulation scheme. What is the New Victorian Insulation Scheme? This isnât some shady deal, or … Read More
đ What Insulation is Rodent Resistant? (And How to Keep Rodents Out of Your Insulation for Good)
Think back to last winter (last week if you’re in Melbourne) when you were curled up at home, the rainâs tapping on the roof, and your heaterâs keeping things toasty. Perfect, right? Except⌠scratch, scratch, scurry. Suddenly, youâre not alone. Yep, rodents. The uninvited tenants nobody signed a lease with. While youâre paying the mortgage, theyâre throwing all-night parties in … Read More