It's never been easier to get your ceiling insulated. Simply call Bradford on 1800 333 332 and we'll take care of the rest.
We have one of the most experienced, well established and comprehensive network of installers across Australia. Bradford Comfortchoice installers are fully trained and registered in accordance with government requirements and have also completed our stringent training programs.
Remember: The Federal insulation rebates are not available to homeowners or renters who want to install the insulation themselves. To qualify for the rebate, you must use a licensed insulation professional like the Bradford Comfortchoice installers.
Can I choose my type of Insulation and who installs it?
After 1 July 2009, only government-registered installers are able to install insulation in your home. We have a network of installers, who are all registered and ready to assist you.
You can specify the insulation R-Value in your ceiling – as long as it meets minimum requirements set by the Federal Government.
Our installers are fully trained to identify the minimum levels required – and we will also advise you whether higher levels of insulation can be obtained under the Federal rebate.
To help you make an informed choice, the following table outlines the key factors of the government's recommendation
| 1. Product R-Value |
Bradford has a range of products with various R-Values. In order to gain the best possible performance in your ceiling, it is recommended that you install R3.5 products or higher. Bradford’s High Performance range provide the highest available R-Value product in Australia – the R6.0.
Find out how much you could save in energy bills with Bradford insulation.
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| 2. How are glasswool batts installed? |
Glasswool batts come in standard widths and lengths that match standard ceiling joist spaces. The batts are usually brought into an existing ceiling access, and fit snugly between ceiling joists to achieve maximum thermal insulation.
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| 3. What is the price per square meter? |
The installed cost will vary from house to house depending on the accessibility and clearance within the roof space. For a true indication of final cost you will need to arrange for a FREE quote with one of Bradford's Comfortchoice technicians.
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| 4. How safe is glasswool? |
Glasswool and rockwool insulation products are not hazardous products. They are safe to install and use in your home or in other insulation applications for the life of the building.
In 2002, the World Health Organisation completed more than 30 years of research, including studies on over 60,000 insulation workers, and concluded that there is no long-term serious risk to health from exposure to insulation fibres.
To further ensure the safety of our products, we changed the formulation of our glasswool and rockwool insulation in 2001 to "bio-soluble fibres". These fibres are less bio-persistent than the dust we breathe walking down the street and are not considered to pose any risk to health. You can identify bio-soluble fibres by the FBS-1 logo on our packs. For more information please go to the Insulation Council of Australia & New Zealand website.
Bradford Gold glasswool and Soundscreen rockwool are also supported by the National Asthma Council (identified through the Sensitive Choice logo).
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| 5. Does Bradford glasswool contain toxins? |
Bradford glasswool has been tested for Volatile Organic Content (including formaldehydes). In both cases for glasswool ceiling batts the results are negligible or immeasurable.
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| 6.What are the product performance guarantees? |
Bradford comprehensively tests its glasswool batts for thermal performance. For copies of test certificates and product warranties, please contact Bradford.
The products thermal performance is guaranteed for the life of the home.
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| 7. What are the environmental benefits of Bradford products? |
Bradford glasswool is made from up to 80% recycled glass content. Bradford glasswool has been assessed to contain no ozone depleting substances. For further information see our sustainability document.
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| 8. Who checks the insulation has been installed correctly? |
Bradford has quality programs in place to ensure installation is correct and meets Bradford's written installation instructions.
Bradford also carry's out comprehensive training for its installers and provides all installers with a card of identification to demonstrate they have passed the training course.
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| 9. Can insulation be installed directly on top of my plasterboard? |
Yes it can, although there are some loose fill products that will exceed the weight recommendations by plasterboard manufacturers. All of Bradford's glasswool products are safe to install on plasterboard ceilings.
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| 10. Is glasswool insulation compatible with down lights? |
Bradford ceiling insulaton is non-combustible. Additionally, glasswool ceiling insulation will not increase the fire load in your roof space. Care should be taken around down lights to ensure sufficient space is provided to allow transformers and lights natural ventilation to cool (required by Australian Standards).
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| 11. Do I have to have a physical site visit prior to quote of my home? |
Government regulation requires that you must have a visit from a qualified installer (who is registered with the Government) prior to quote.
From December 1st 2009 all households will also require two separate independent quotes and site visits prior to engaging an Installer for the rebate.
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What products and services can be provided at the same time as ceiling insulation?
Bradford provides a number of different products for existing homes, including the fitting of sub-floor insulation, roof ventilation and window and door seals. These additional energy saving and home comfort products can be quoted for at the same time as the ceiling insulation in most cases.
For further information contact Bradford on 1800 333 332
Learn more about the Australian Government's Energy Efficient Homes Package offer for free insulation.