If you’re thinking about having home insulation installed, and taking advantage of the Federal Government’s Rebate, you need advice from someone you can trust. Like Bradford.
It’s also very important to consider your options. Not all products or installers are equal. Non-compliant or poorly installed product could pose a fire hazard for your home, and reduce your homes energy efficiency.
Here are six important checks to keep in mind when considering your home insulation.
PERFORMANCE
The effectiveness of home insulation is measured by its ‘R-Value’. The higher the R-Value, the better the product’s performance. As the Government now requires two quotes in order to qualify for the rebate, some installers may only promote or stock products with the lower eligible R-Values.
A quote may be the lowest, but it may not be the best option for you and your home.
Top tips from Bradford:
- For an average sized home, and a fairly straightforward installation, Bradford Gold Glasswool batts can be installed for the $1,200 under the Government Rebate.
- Glasswool Insulation is globally recogonised as the lowest cost, highest performing product versus other insulation materials.
- Bradford produces some of the highest performing insulation products and has the highest performing Glasswool Insulation in the Australian market.
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STANDARDS
Ensure the product you choose has passed Australian Standards and will perform for the life of your home. Don’t take the installer’s word for it. Look at the manufacturer’s product brochures and make sure they state that the insulation complies with Australian and New Zealand Standards. If a product complies, the installer should be able to show a certificate as proof.
If you have any doubts, always call the manufacturer - who is obliged to provide proof.
Top tips from Bradford:
- All Bradford products are rigorously tested to AS/NZS4859.1, a guarantee of quality and performance.
- Bradford is the oldest manufacturer of insulation in Australia. We are celebrating our 75th Anniversary this year and continue to provide a reputable service to Australian home owners.
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WARRANTY
Ensure the supplier you choose is willing to back the safety and performance of their product and installation by way of a comprehsive warranty. See if the installer is able to provide a warranty certificate for the product’s performance, as well as an additional warranty on the quality of the installation.
If they are willing to provide a warranty, make sure this is backed by a reputable company that will be there if anything does go wrong.
Top tips from Bradford:
- We offer a lifetime warranty on product performance to all homes installed using Bradford batts through our national network of Bradford Comfortchoice Specialists.
- Bradford now includes an additional five year warranty on the quality of installation, which covers the risk of fire.
- Bradford is the oldest manufacturer of Insulation in Australia. We are celebrating our 75th Anniversary this year and continue to provide a reputable service to Australian home owners.
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SAFETY
Non-compliant or poorly installed insulation can pose a fire risk for your home. So, for added peace of mind, it’s crucial to check that the product you’ve chosen is non-combustible.
Only some products offer the added security of having passed Australian Standards for non-combustible building materials. This information would usually be stated on either product literature and/or on warranty certificates. Don’t just rely on verbal confirmation from an installer. If you have any doubts, always call the manufacturer.
Top tips from Bradford:
- Bradford Gold insulation and Soundscreen products don’t increase the risk of ceiling fires when installed correctly.
- Our products undergo rigorous safety testing and meet all industry requirements including in most cases the stringent AS1530.1 test for non-combustibility.
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TRUST
When it comes to the performance and safety of your home, your choice of installation is very important. Therefore, it’s crucial you do your homework. Ask how long a manufacturer has been in operation and whether they are backed by any additional training.
Some insulation manufacturers provide additional training to installers that purchase and install their product. Some installers may be able to provide some level of proof while providing a quote.
Top tips from Bradford:
- Bradford supports one of the oldest and established national networks of installers in Australia, with regular training programs supporting a skilled and trusted service.
- Call Bradford and be assured that we will put you in touch with one of our approved Comfortchoice specialists, who can book a time for a free quote and discuss the right options for your home.
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RESEARCH
Take your time in finding the right solution, and be sure to shop around. You must obtain two quotes to be able to claim the rebate. It’s important to make sure that you explore all of your options prior to contacting an installer.
Remember, you can only get the rebate once – so making the right choice is essential.
Top tips from Bradford:
- Whilst many installers will provide quotes that are often significantly cheaper under the two quote requirement, always remember that just because the service could be free under the current rebate, you may not always be getting the best option for the performance and safety of your home.
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