Where we work around St Ives, Cambridgeshire

St Ives, Cambridgeshire sits about 18 miles from Peterborough, measured in a straight line.

Other towns close by include Huntingdon, St Neots, Cambridge and Ely.

Postcode districts	PE27
Council area	Cambridgeshire
County or area	Cambridgeshire

What is raised loft boarding?

Laying boards straight onto the joists compresses the insulation to the joist depth, which can halve its value, and can trap moisture under the boards. Loft legs screw to the joists and carry the boards at the right height. More about raised loft boarding.

Loft legs fixed to the joists
Full-depth insulation under the boarded area
Moisture-resistant chipboard or OSB boards

Why book with us in St Ives, Cambridgeshire

We measure before we quote

Existing depth, joist spacing, wiring and the tank are checked, not guessed.

Boarding done properly

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

Fixed written price

The price on the quote is the price you pay. It only changes if you change the job, or if we find something hidden, such as rot, and you agree the change in writing first.

Plain-English advice

We explain what we find in plain English, and say so when nothing needs doing.

How much does raised loft boarding cost in St Ives, Cambridgeshire?

£695 to £895A raised storage area of about 10 m². Free survey and a fixed written quote before any work.

This work is not an energy-saving material for VAT, so it is standard-rated if VAT applies. Where it is done alongside insulation, the quote shows each part separately.

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.

Questions about raised loft boarding in St Ives, Cambridgeshire

Can you visit St Ives, Cambridgeshire outside working hours?

Ask about early, late or weekend appointments when you get in touch, and we will tell you honestly what we can offer.

What do I need to do before you arrive in St Ives, Cambridgeshire?

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.

How soon can you visit a home in St Ives, Cambridgeshire?

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.

Is loft boarding included in VAT relief?

No. Boarding is not an energy-saving material, so it is standard-rated if VAT applies, while the insulation underneath can be zero-rated.

How much weight can a boarded loft take?

Ordinary household storage such as boxes and cases is fine on most lofts. Heavy items need the joists assessing. Trussed roofs are lighter than traditional cut roofs.

Loft boarding in St Ives, Cambridgeshire