Tenants Insulation Upgrades to Rented Properties2025-02-13T05:29:29+00:00

Mandatory Insulation for ACT Rental Properties

Renters in ACT – Insulation Upgrades at No Cost

Renting in the ACT? You May Be Eligible for an Insulation Upgrade

Did you know that ACT rental properties must now meet minimum insulation standards? Under the new Energy Efficiency Standards, landlords are legally required to ensure their properties have adequate insulation. If your rental home has no ceiling insulation or an insulation rating below R2, it must be upgraded to at least R5.

At Alexander Watson Insulation, we can assess your home’s insulation and provide your landlord with an Insulation Inspection Report and a quote to upgrade if needed. This ensures your home remains warmer in winter, cooler in summer, and more energy-efficient—all at no cost to you as a tenant.

How Insulation Upgrades Benefit Renters

  • Lower Energy Bills – Improved insulation means better temperature control, reducing the need for excessive heating or cooling.

  • Increased Comfort – A properly insulated home stays warm in winter and cool in summer.

  • Better Living Conditions – The new standards help create healthier homes, reducing issues like dampness and extreme indoor temperatures.

  • Climate Impact – Upgraded insulation contributes to reducing greenhouse gas emissions.

Not sure if your home meets compliance? Book an inspection today and we’ll guide you and your landlord through the process.

Helping Landlords Meet Their Obligations

All landlords must ensure their rental property meets the Energy Efficiency Standards within nine months of signing a new lease. At Alexander Watson, we make compliance easy and stress-free by offering a seamless insulation upgrade process.

Our Hassle-Free Process:

  • Assess your current insulation rating

  • Provide cost-effective solutions to meet compliance

  • Quickly and efficiently upgrade insulation

  • Certified and fully insured installers

  • In-house electricians to handle ESIR requirements

  • In-house scaffolding and safety measures for compliance

  • Minimal disruption to tenants

  • Full documentation & evidence pack to meet regulatory requirements

We are Australia’s first and largest employer of certified insulation installers. Our expert team ensures all work is compliant, efficient, and hassle-free.

Why Choose Alexander Watson – Canberra’s Insulation Specialists?

  • Leading Insulation Specialist in the ACT

  • Established since 2011 with a reputation for excellence

  • Certified People – We only use EEC Certified Installers

  • Certified Products – Ensuring the best materials for the job

  • Protect Your Investment – Lifetime Warranty on insulation

  • Professional & Reliable Team delivering high-quality service

Government Assistance & Rebates

Landlords may be eligible for a 50% rebate (up to $2,500) on insulation installation costs when upgrading to R5.0 or higher in an existing home.

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Matt Hughes
21:38 01 Jun 24
Professional from beginning to end. We had ceiling insulation installed and the team were communicative, punctual and the house is noticeably warmer. Would strongly recommend.
Greg Garrett
23:14 29 May 24
Andy, Kaila and Ian were all more than happy to help and provide advice. Kaila organised Andy to visit my home and assess our needs, this happened very quickly and a quote was provided the same day. Delivery of the product was arranged and Ian arrived when stated, was polite and helpful in placing the materials where we requested. Overall 5 star service from all staff that I dealt with, would highly recommend this company.
Herman van de Brug
08:55 28 May 24
We had ceiling and wall insulation installed, as well as a draughts-stopper over the bathroom fan.

Because of the nature of the job, I had some requests that would not come up very often and were not that easy to work around. I found not only did Alexander Watson take careful note of my needs, it was also very flexible as the date of parts of the installation had to be changed (they depended on other jobs having been done).

I would think that builders would find their competent staff and flexibility a huge benefit, as they would deal with a lot more moving parts some of which may be delayed than we did on our more simple insulation upgrade albeit a bit different from the norm.
Klaus Herrmann
11:25 17 May 24
The Watson team did an incredible job in spray foaming the shipping container, which is our temporary home. They went the famous “extra mile” to get the job done under difficult circumstances. Thanks heaps, for that! I can really recommend Watson and will use them again for my next insulation project.
Michelle Waterford
00:09 07 May 24
Laura Wilson
02:18 19 Apr 24
Huge thanks to the team at Alexander Watson for insulating our ceiling (vacuum and re-lay) and for carrying out additional electrical work. Especially, thanks to Ash for answering our countless questions, to Jack and the install team for a fantastic job, and to Chris and Wally for all their help post-install. The service and communication of the whole team was excellent and we're really impressed with the difference their work has made to the comfort of our house. I would not hesitate to engage Alexander Watson again - happy to highly recommend this company.
Nicholas Sealey
04:22 17 Apr 24
Unbelievable Service from start to finish. Alexander Watson delivered excellence from the Quote to Finish. Outstanding people, well trained, helpful throughout the process and accountable for their work. I can truely say that I have never had such a positive experience and happy to pay my Invoice. Alexander Watson you are setting the standard for every business in the ACT
Dean Fielding
19:03 13 Mar 24
From start to finish, the sales team the front office, the installers were amazing. Had wall and underfloor installation done. Very professional and they keep you updated with great communications. Highly recommended. Our house is now so warm and looking forward to the Canberra winter. Thank you Anderson Watson Insulation.
GLENN Mac
05:19 13 Mar 24
Excellent service from beginning to end. Workers appeared on time and conducted their jobs in a timely manner. Work was finished within 3 weeks of the quote. Everything was carefully explained so there were no nasty surprises. Highly recommend this company for underfloor insulation. We are already starting to see a difference, with the house experiencing only a 2-degree Celsius change throughout the day.

Insulation FAQ’s

Why do I need to remove the insulation from my ceiling?2024-02-16T13:54:54+00:00

Removing insulation from a ceiling might be necessary for many reasons, such as renovations, pest issues, installing new insulation, electrical safety and health. For more information see our insulation removal page here.

What is the purpose of crosshatching/adding another layer of insulation?2024-04-17T05:11:45+00:00

Cross-hatching two layers of insulation results in a substantial improvement in insulation efficiency. For more information about cross-hatching, download our Retrofit Guide here.

How do I choose ceiling insulation?2024-02-16T13:52:51+00:00

It all depends on the type of roof and the ceiling cavity. Usually batts are the best option, however in some cases a loose insulation or other specialised product might be a more effective solution.

How big are the drill holes and how are they filled in?2024-05-13T03:00:42+00:00

When the installers are doing wall insulation they will drill small holes under the windows to ensure all parts of the wall is being insulated. The drill holes are 16mm in diameter and are drilled in between the bricks. To fill them in we use mortar. If your mortar is not a standard grey, our team will aim to get the colour as close as possible to leave a seamless finish.

Can electrical work be done after wall insulation?2024-05-13T01:53:26+00:00

Installing cavity wall insulation can make electrical work more challenging. We recommend completing any wiring or electrical work before installing cavity wall insulation. Insulation doesn’t block access entirely, electricians can add wiring in at a later stage using a fibreglass straw rod, though it’s more complex than in an empty cavity. However, any insulation related electrical compliance  work will need to be completed before the wall insulation is installed.

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