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Insulating existing homes

How to insulate the roof space, walls, floors and windows of existing homes.

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Many houses built before 1978 Building Code regulations took effect have no insulation. Even post-1978 houses may lack sufficient insulation. We look at how to insulate the roof space, walls, floors and windows of existing homes.

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