Winter in Australia has a funny way of sneaking into your home. One minute you’re enjoying a cosy night on the couch, and the next your floorboards feel like they’ve been imported directly from Antarctica. Suddenly the heater is running 24/7, your electricity bill looks like a small mortgage payment, and everyone in the house is wearing three pairs of … Read More
What Ceiling Spaces Are Eligible for VEU Insulation?
(Spoiler: Not All Roofs Make the Cut) Before you start picturing the ultimate cosy, and perfectly insulated home with the new VEU scheme, let’s check if your home qualifies. Because unfortunately, not all ceiling spaces are eligible under the VEU scheme. The Two Types of Eligible Ceilings (In October 2026) 1. Completely Uninsulated Ceilings No insulation at all? 👉 You’re … Read More
Why Cold Air Sneaks Up Through Your Floor, And How Underfloor Insulation Stops It
You’re blissfully running the heater, wearing your oh so comfy Oodie, and suddenly the living room feels like a freezer. Your feet become chilled, the ceiling is warm, and your heater is doing an interpretive dance trying to keep up. What gives? Heat (and air) move in ways you don’t see, and your house is quietly playing the stack effect. … Read More
What Do Star Ratings Mean for Your Home? A ThermaHome Explainer
Ever wondered why homes talk in stars? No, not the Hollywood kind, but the kind that tells you if your home is a cosy nest or a money-guzzling icebox. Let’s dive into the world of NatHERS star ratings. What Are NatHERS Star Ratings? The Nationwide House Energy Rating Scheme (NatHERS) hands out star ratings (between 0 and 10) to inform … Read More
Do I Need an Electrical Safety Check Before Installing Insulation?
If you’re thinking about getting that cosy ceiling insulation installed by ThermaHome, you might be wondering: “Do I need an electrical safety check first?” Short answer: Very likely. And skipping it isn’t just risky, it could be downright dangerous. But don’t worry, we’ll walk you through why it’s important, how it applies to your insulation upgrade, and how ThermaHome handles … Read More
How You Can Cash In on Victoria’s 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 isn’t some shady deal, or … Read More