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Home insulation reduces heat loss, cutting heating bills and carbon emissions. Loft insulation typically pays back within 1-3 years and is the highest-ROI home energy improvement.

Formula

Payback period = Installation cost / Annual energy saving

Guida passo passo

  1. 1Loft insulation (270mm mineral wool): approx 300-500 GBP, saves 200-350 GBP/year
  2. 2Cavity wall insulation: approx 500-1,500 GBP, saves 150-250 GBP/year
  3. 3Payback period = Installation cost / Annual energy saving

Esempi risolti

Ingresso
Loft insulation 400 GBP, annual saving 250 GBP
Risultato
Payback: 1.6 years; 20-year net saving: 4,600 GBP

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What is Insulation Payback?

Home insulation reduces heat loss, cutting heating bills and carbon emissions. Loft insulation typically pays back within 1-3 years and is the highest-ROI home energy improvement

How accurate is the Insulation Payback calculator?

The calculator uses the standard published formula for insulation payback. Results are accurate to the precision of the inputs you provide. For financial, medical, or legal decisions, always verify with a qualified professional.

What units does the Insulation Payback calculator use?

This calculator works with inches. You can enter values in the units shown — the calculator handles all conversions internally.

What formula does the Insulation Payback calculator use?

The core formula is: Payback period = Installation cost / Annual energy saving. Each step in the calculation is shown so you can verify the result manually.

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