In order to reduce the energy consumption of a building, insulation work may be necessary during a renovation or from the finishing stage. There are several techniques for insulating walls, floors, and roofs. Wall insulation is the one that offers the most possibilities. It can be done inside or outside. Cladding insulation is one of the most popular methods for exterior walls. Here are some tips and information on the conditions of realization of insulation under the cladding.
1. Choosing the right insulation material
In general, insulation is a final stage of construction that takes into account the major part of the house. It is absolutely necessary, and its installation must follow certain rules. But the external thermal insulation must meet more conditions because it is the first protection of the building. It must be well reinforced because it is directly exposed to the weather. The choice of the material and the insulation technique are, therefore, very important.
In insulation under cladding, glass wool is the most used insulating material. It meets the requirements of these types of insulation. It has a strong waterproofness, and it is not subject to sensitivity to the invasion of small bugs. But many other materials can be used depending on the type and budget allocated to this stage of the building installation.
2. Aim for an aesthetic presentation of the building
Exterior thermal insulation should reflect a pleasing appearance to the presentation of the house. It is, therefore, important to put special emphasis on the aesthetic aspect. The first impression of the form determines the value of the building. Wooden cladding is very popular to meet this expectation of the customer. It can be natural and covered with simple protection of neutral varnish to keep the originality of the wood color. The wood frame siding can also be painted with a color in accordance with the exterior decoration.
The installation style is an integral part of the house’s aesthetics. The wood planks can be laid horizontally, vertically, or in a combination of both styles. For example, the external thermal insulation system under a ventilated facade with wooden slates invisibly screwed to the battens of the insulating material. All these aspects are to be respected in the installation of a facade under cladding to make a more aesthetic presentation of the house.
3. Choosing the right craftsman
The realization of insulation under cladding in external thermal insulation is delicate in the sense that it must meet several features. The first is the thermal efficiency as a protection of the house against the assaults of time and natural infections. The second is the balance between quality and budget.
Good calculation and accurate forecasting are necessary for a successful insulation project. The goal is to absolutely avoid budget overruns while maintaining a good level of performance. The third is the know-how of the cladding technique. Indeed, it is a method that consists of successive poses of wooden boards so as to form a perfect block of covering the insulating material.
This operation requires perfect knowledge and expertise in its execution. To meet all these objectives, the choice of the work’s executor is crucial. It is absolutely necessary to take your time to manage this step well among the many offers that will be submitted to you. The experience, expertise, and credibility of the company performing the work must be the basis of your choice.
In conclusion, the installation of insulation under the siding is a task that follows several rules at many levels. Its characteristics are in accordance with the need for a good insulation technique. But it is important to entrust the reins of this realization to a specialized company with a good reputation in the field.
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