Downlights, insulation and the Kalkallo roof space
What a pre-purchase inspection finds above the ceiling of a young Kalkallo home, and why it matters.
In short: The roof space is where quick fixes hide: insulation pushed against downlights, gaps over rooms and ducts squashed. A thermal camera finds the gaps from below.
Downlight clearance
Insulation packed against recessed downlights can overheat the fitting. We flag it as a safety hazard and refer it to a licensed electrician.
Gaps in the insulation
A thermal camera shows cold or hot patches where batts have moved, often after trades have been in the roof.
Ducts
Crimped or poorly supported ducts reduce heating and cooling performance, and are easy to spot from the manhole.
Access
We inspect the roof space where it is safe and accessible, and note areas we could not reach.
Written by our local inspection team from work carried out in Kalkallo. Licensed building practitioners, Building & Plumbing Commission registration CDB-U 53425.
