What We Help With
Insulation top-ups
Bringing under-performing or historic insulation depths up to current recommended standards, addressing gaps and compressed sections along the way.
Raised loft boarding
Boarding installed on raised supports above the insulation layer, so you get usable storage without crushing the insulation's performance underneath it.
Loft hatch & access upgrades
A poorly insulated or draughty hatch undermines the rest of the insulation work — we upgrade hatches as part of the job, not as an afterthought.
Ventilation checks
Insulation upgrades done without a ventilation review can trap moisture and cause condensation — we check eaves and ridge ventilation before boarding over anything.
Pipe & tank insulation
Cold water tanks and pipework in the loft are vulnerable to freezing once the loft is better insulated below them — we insulate these as part of the same visit.
Removal of old/contaminated insulation
Where existing insulation is damaged, contaminated, or simply too old to perform properly, we remove and dispose of it before installing new material.
Common Problems We Fix
Insulation compressed by stored items — loses most of its effectiveness even though it looks intact.
Gaps around the loft hatch and eaves — undermine an otherwise well-insulated loft.
Boarding laid directly on top of insulation — crushes it and defeats the purpose of the upgrade.
No ventilation review before boarding — traps moisture and leads to condensation problems later.
Old or degraded insulation material — no longer meets current thermal performance standards.
Frequently Asked Questions
Will adding insulation actually make a noticeable difference? +
In most under-insulated lofts, yes — heat loss through an inadequately insulated roof is one of the largest sources of heat loss in a typical home, so bringing depth up to current standards is usually one of the more cost-effective upgrades available.
Can I still use my loft for storage after insulation is upgraded? +
Yes, provided boarding is raised above the insulation layer rather than laid directly on it. We build in usable storage access as part of the upgrade.
Do you need to check ventilation before boarding? +
Yes — boarding over insulation without adequate eaves or ridge ventilation can trap moisture and cause condensation, which creates a new problem while fixing the original one.
How long does a standard insulation top-up take? +
Most straightforward top-ups and boarding jobs are completed within a day, depending on loft size and access.
Do you insulate pipes and tanks as well as the floor? +
Yes — once floor insulation improves, pipework and tanks in the loft become more exposed to cold, so we insulate these as part of the same visit to avoid a new freezing risk.
Is old insulation removed, or built over? +
This depends on its condition. Where it's damaged, contaminated or too degraded to perform, we remove and dispose of it before installing new material rather than boarding over a compromised layer.
Ready to upgrade your loft insulation?
Call our technical desk to discuss insulation standards for your roof space.