Where we work around Ashton-in-Makerfield

Ashton-in-Makerfield sits about 17 miles from Manchester, measured in a straight line.

Other towns close by include Wigan, Leigh, Westhoughton and Atherton.

Postcode districts	WN4, WN3, WN5
Council area	Wigan
County or area	Greater Manchester

What is different when you are a landlord?

Rented homes in England and Wales must meet a minimum EPC rating to be let, and the government has confirmed it will rise to band C, with a deadline of October 2030. We can quote across a portfolio and schedule several houses together. More about loft insulation for a rented home.

Tenant liaison if you want us to arrange access
Per-property quotes and invoices
Photos and completion notes

Why book with us in Ashton-in-Makerfield

Tidy work

Dust sheets on the route in and every bit of packaging taken away.

Boarding done properly

Storage boards go on loft legs, never straight onto the insulation.

Eaves kept clear

Insulation is held back from the eaves so the loft can still ventilate.

Downlights made safe

Fire-rated covers or a clear zone around recessed lights.

How much does loft insulation for a rented home cost in Ashton-in-Makerfield?

£495 to £745Per terraced house, from bare joists. Free survey and a fixed written quote before any work.

Installing insulation in a home is zero-rated for VAT until 31 March 2027 and 5% after that, under HMRC's rules for energy-saving materials (notice 708/6).

Work out a guide price for your loft

Building regulations in England

In England, a loft insulated across more than half its area should reach a U-value of 0.16 W/m²K. Insulation alone is not usually notified to building control. How the rules work across the UK.

Rented homes

Privately rented homes in England must have an EPC rating of at least E, and the government has confirmed that all tenancies in scope must reach band C by 1 October 2030, measured with updated EPC metrics.

Questions about loft insulation for a rented home in Ashton-in-Makerfield

How soon can you visit a home in Ashton-in-Makerfield?

We call you back to agree a time that suits you, and confirm the date in writing. Availability changes week to week, so we will give you the earliest slot we have.

What do I need to do before you arrive in Ashton-in-Makerfield?

Clear a path to the hatch and, if you can, move stored items away from the area we will be working in. Tell us about anything heavy or fragile.

Do you cover all of WN4?

Yes, we cover the WN4 postcode district and the districts around Ashton-in-Makerfield.

Can you work around tenants?

Yes. We arrange access directly with tenants if you want, and most lofts are done in a day.

Will loft insulation improve my EPC rating?

It usually adds points, and from no insulation it can be significant. Whether it moves a whole band depends on the rest of the property.

Landlord loft insulation in Ashton-in-Makerfield