Choosing an Installer for Insulation
Can you recommend an installer?
The Council does not recommend installers of insulation, but
you can go to the Cavity Insulation Guarantee Agency for advice and
to find a list of their registered installers. We advise you
to only choose an installer that is registered with CIGA
www.ciga.co.uk. You
can also phone them on 01525 853300. Insulation works carried
out by installers approved by CIGA are guaranteed for 25
years. The
National Insulation Association has a list of installers, and
more information. All their installers are also registered
with CIGA.
CIGA publish a
booklet with frequently asked questions about
cavity wall insulation and its effect on your home, but if you
still have questions you can call them to discuss your
concerns.
You may have recently received information through your
door from local insulation firms working under various schemes
to promote energy efficiency and grants. We encourage all residents
to take up these grants, but advise you to always get at least two
quotes for insulation works so you can be sure you are getting the
best price and service available. Note that usually all
insulation works carried out are subsidized to some extent by
utility company grants - you do not need to go to a particular
installer to take advantage of these grants. However, you may
be eligible for a
These grants are not controlled by Eastleigh Borough
Council; however, if you are concerned about any offer you
have been sent information on, please email
jane.altounyan@eastleigh.gov.uk for
advice.
Any contractor who visits your home is
NOT employed by Eastleigh Borough Council
Note that there may be a lead
time of several weeks between applying for a grant and the
work being carried out.
Arrange for at least 2 quotes and ensure you are made
aware of any additional work that will need to be carried out, such
as scaffolding, clearing your loft, boarding and insulation to your
water tank.
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Hampshire County Council Trading Standards runs a 'Buy with
Confidence' Scheme which lists reputable local businesses, in a
wide range of different trades. Member companies have been
independently checked by staff from the local authority Trading
Standards Service against the Scheme rules. Visit the
Buy
With Confidence website for more information.
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For work to your gas heating system you should always use
a CORGI registered installer. Details of which can be found on the
CORGI website
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