Checking ceiling insulation
What to look for when checking your own ceiling insulation and the benefits of getting a professional.
Ceiling insulation
Hot air rises, so for most homes making them easier and cheaper to heat properly starts with good ceiling insulation. It’s generally the easiest, cheapest and most effective insulation to install.
Types of ceiling insulation
Bulk insulation, loose-fill insulation and a checklist for choosing insulation.
Installing ceiling insulation
Checklist for installing your own insulation, what to look for in professional installers plus guidelines on how much ceiling insulation you should install.
Insulating around heat sources
Safety gaps required when insulating around heat sources plus tips for downlight and insulation performance.
Insulating skillion or flat roofs
Ceilings with exposed rafters and hidden rafters, plus loose-fill insulation in skillion roofs.
Installation funding
The Warm Up New Zealand: Healthy Homes programme offers funding towards ceiling and underfloor insulation for low-income rental households.