Between the stone village houses of the middle country and the more recent coastal villas, insulation is not handled in the same way. Materials and techniques must respect the existing building.
Respecting the existing building
Old stone walls, common in villages around Grasse, need materials that let moisture migrate. Unsuitable insulation can cause problems: this is checked before any proposal.
For 1970s and 1980s villas, numerous in Mougins, Valbonne or Mandelieu, lofts and sloping roofs are often the first items to improve.
What we check in this area
- Nature of the walls (stone, concrete block, brick) and moisture management
- Loft access or insulation of sloping roofs
- Appearance rules for any external insulation
- Existing ventilation
- Summer comfort under the roof
Communes where we support projects
Cannes, Le Cannet, Mougins, Mandelieu-la-Napoule, Théoule-sur-Mer, Grasse, Mouans-Sartoux, Pégomas, Valbonne, Antibes, Vallauris, Biot, Villeneuve-Loubet, Cagnes-sur-Mer and neighbouring communes around Grasse.
Frequently asked questions
Can a stone house be insulated?
Yes, with materials and techniques compatible with this type of wall. A study of the building is essential.
Is external insulation allowed everywhere?
No. It changes the appearance of façades and may be governed by the local urban plan or refused in protected areas.
Going further
Financial aid: whether aid exists, its amount and your eligibility depend on your situation (income, status, type of home), on the technical characteristics of the project and on the schemes in force at the time of the study. We check these points with you; no aid is guaranteed in advance.