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DIY vs. professional insulation
What sort of insulation can you install yourself - and when might you need to hire a professional do the job properly? Find out more about what's required to install different sorts of acoustic insulation.
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Wall insulation
Thermal insulation is particularly important for walls too. How well your walls are insulated can make a serious difference to how hot your house gets - particularly for east and west facing walls.
BCA requirements for insulation
The Building Code of Australia sets out specific rules about how houses need to be insulated. Find out more about what's required for your house, in your state or territory.
Wall framing and materials
Learn about how different types of walls and floor materials (like SIPS, or suspended concrete slabs, for example) may lead to different demands in terms of how wiring is installed.