Can you insulate and board in the same visit?

Often, yes. We’ll confirm the sequence once we’ve seen the loft and agreed the scope.

Do I need new insulation if I already have some?

Not always. We’ll check what’s there and only recommend work that makes sense for your loft.

Loft Insulation Installation

Loft insulation installation

If you’re boarding the loft, it’s the ideal time to look at the insulation below. We plan new or replacement insulation so it works with the storage platform above, not against it.

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Image of mineral wool loft insulation being laid between joists

Benefits

Insulation and boarding planned together in one job
Helps keep heat in the rooms below
Avoids squashed or patchy insulation under storage areas
Ventilation considered as part of the plan

What’s involved

1Checking the type, depth and condition of existing insulation
2Recommending a top-up or replacement where appropriate
3Laying insulation between and over joists, with boarding raised above where planned
4Keeping eaves and ventilation paths clear

Suitability & assessment

Insulation that is damp, damaged or contaminated may need to be removed first.
Wiring, downlights and other services in the loft need to be taken into account.

Related services

Old & Contaminated Insulation Removal

Specialist operatives to assess and remove old or contaminated insulation, with an agreed scope.

Raised Loft Boarding

Storage platforms on raised leg systems, specified after assessment of the loft.

Loft Boarding

Practical storage floors planned around your loft, your belongings and how you’ll use the space.

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