Loft Insulation

Although virtually all lofts are suitable for insulation in rare occasions some properties are unsuitable. If the loft hatch is particularly small (less than 350mm x 350) then the loft hatch would require being enlarged. This can be done by a suitabley qualified joiner/builder.The cost of this should not be unduly expensive. If the height at the apex of the loft is less than 1 metre then we would be unable to insulate the loft as the work space would be insuficient.

HOW IS LOFT INSULATION INSTALLED?
The insulation is simply laid over the loft floor, between and then over any visible joists. The first layer is laid between the joists - the horizontal beams that make up the 'floor' of the loft – then another layer is cross-laid at right angles to cover the joists and make the insulation up to the required depth. The ideal thickness of the insulating material is 260mm, which once installed, can save you hundreds of pounds. We will also lag pipes and insulate the loft hatch at the same time and this can add even more to your savings. If your loft is boarded we can lay insulation over the boarded areas. Alternatively if you so choose you can remove the boards prior to the insulation we will then insulate the loft. Boards can be relaid after insulations. We will not remove or replace boards. Please ensure that the loft is cleared of all personal possessions prior to insulation.
ARE ALL PROPERTIES SUITABLE FOR LOFT INSULATION?
Although virtually all lofts are suitable for insulation in rare occasions some properties are unsuitable. If the loft hatch is particularly small (less than 350mm x 350) then the loft hatch would require being enlarged. This can be done by a suitabley qualified joiner/builder.The cost of this should not be unduly expensive. If the height at the apex of the loft is less than 1 metre then we would be unable to insulate the loft as the work space would be insuficient.

	HOW DOES IT WORK ?
	Loft insulation works a bit like a blanket for your roof by stopping rising heat escaping. By keeping more heat inside your home you don’t need to use as much to stay just as warm. Heat rises, and in an uninsulated home a quarter of your heat is lost through the roof. Insulating your loft, attic or flat roof is a simple and effective way to save that waste and reduce your heating bills. Loft insulation works by stopping the upwards movement of heated air, reducing the loss of heat from the rooms below, which of course will then require less heating. If your house has an accessible loft with no damp or condensation problems, then it should be suitable for insulation. In fact insulating a currently uninsulated loft with 260mm of new insulation, could save up to £175 and 720kg of CO2 a year.
HOW DO I APPLY FOR FREE LOFT INSULATION?
Applying for free insulation could not be easier: CALL FREE ON O8452 332288