Loft boarding in County Down
We provide raised loft boarding across County Down, with a free survey and a fixed written quote.
Towns we cover include Bangor (County Down), Newtownards, Newry, Banbridge and Downpatrick.
Where we work around County Down
Council areas covered: Ards and North Down, Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon, Lisburn and Castlereagh and Newry, Mourne and Down.
That covers the BT postcode areas.
| Councils | Ards and North Down, Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon, Lisburn and Castlereagh and Newry, Mourne and Down |
|---|---|
| Postcode areas | BT |
| Towns listed | 6 |
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.
- Full-depth insulation under the boarded area
- Moisture-resistant chipboard or OSB boards
- Loft legs fixed to the joists
Why book with us in County Down
Tidy work
Dust sheets on the route in and every bit of packaging taken away.
No pressure selling
You get everything in writing and decide in your own time.
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.
Photos of the finished loft
You see the work done without climbing the ladder.
How much does raised loft boarding cost in County Down?
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.
Building regulations in Northern Ireland
Northern Ireland has its own Building Regulations, with energy guidance in Technical Booklet F1. Upgrading loft insulation may count as a thermal alteration, so check with your council's building control. How the rules work across the UK.
Questions about raised loft boarding in County Down
Which council covers my address in County Down?
Councils in County Down include Ards and North Down, Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon, Lisburn and Castlereagh and Newry, Mourne and Down. Your council matters for building control questions and some funding schemes.
Do you cover the whole of County Down?
Yes. We cover every town and village in County Down, including Bangor (County Down), Newtownards and Newry.
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.
Can you board the whole loft?
We can, but we usually advise boarding only what you need. Every boarded area costs more and makes later checks under the floor harder.
