Loft boarding in the Scottish Borders
We provide raised loft boarding across the Scottish Borders, with a free survey and a fixed written quote.
Towns we cover include Eyemouth, Galashiels, Hawick, Kelso and Peebles.
Where we work around the Scottish Borders
We work across the Scottish Borders council area.
That covers the EH and TD postcode areas.
| Councils | Scottish Borders |
|---|---|
| Postcode areas | EH, TD |
| 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.
- Loft legs fixed to the joists
- Full-depth insulation under the boarded area
- Moisture-resistant chipboard or OSB boards
Why book with us in the Scottish Borders
We measure before we quote
Existing depth, joist spacing, wiring and the tank are checked, not guessed.
Photos of the finished loft
You see the work done without climbing the ladder.
Clear contact details
Your quote says who to call with questions before, during and after the work.
Tidy work
Dust sheets on the route in and every bit of packaging taken away.
How much does raised loft boarding cost in the Scottish Borders?
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 standards in Scotland
In Scotland, insulating an existing loft does not normally need a building warrant, but the building standards still apply. How the rules work across the UK.
Questions about raised loft boarding in the Scottish Borders
How do I book a survey in the Scottish Borders?
Send the form or call us. We call back to agree a time and confirm it in writing.
Are your prices the same across the Scottish Borders?
Yes. Our guide prices are the same everywhere we work, and they include normal travel. Your fixed price depends on your loft, not your postcode.
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.
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.
Loft boarding in other towns
Other loft work in the Scottish Borders
- Loft insulation in the Scottish Borders From £495
- Loft ladder fitting in the Scottish Borders From £295
- Insulated loft hatches in the Scottish Borders From £245
- Rafter insulation in the Scottish Borders From £1,645
- Pipe and tank lagging in the Scottish Borders From £95
- New-build loft insulation in the Scottish Borders From £5 per m²
