Cavity Wall Insulation Claim

If your property has been subjected to a poorly installed Cavity Wall Insulation procedure you may wish to pursue a claim.

 

Since the turn of the century millions of properties in the UK have had cavity wall insulation installed. The plan was simply to retain heat within a property and reduce electricity bills. 

 

The logic being that cavity wall insulation can make homes more energy efficient by shielding the house and keeping the heat inside. However, if the cavity wall insulation was incorrectly installed or was used in circumstances that were unsuitable, problems may arise.

 

The most obvious sign of a cavity wall problem is almost always internal dampness.This can take a number of years to surface hence you may be unaware of any issues for a long period of time. 

 

Issues with damp in any property can lead to physical damage including issues with electrics and wiring. Living with damp can also cause health issues for residents such as respiratory symptoms, infections and asthma.

 

Furthermore if you have had cavity wall insulation incorrectly installed in your property you may be able to detect certain isues at the outset. This could include mould, condensation, damp or damaged brickwork. And if there is no noticeable increase in the temperature within the house it could be that the property is not retaining heat in the way that it should. 

 

If you believe that your cavity wall installation has failed you should contact the company who provided the service and detail the problems you are experiencing.

 

It is their responsibility to correct the fault and cover the costs of any redecoration, damage to furniture or treatment for health problems contracted as result. If the company cannot provide a remedy to your problem or does not respond we recommend that you obtain independent legal advice.

 

We have experience acting on behalf of residents who wish to make cavity wall insulation claims and our role is to provide help and advice as you seek compensation.

 

To discuss your specific problems please call our cavity wall team on 0114 220 1795.