Loft insulation survey in Lerwick
We can sometimes take on a loft insulation survey in Lerwick, but island and remote addresses are surveyed by arrangement, so ask first and we will tell you honestly whether we can help and what it would cost to get there.
That covers addresses in ZE1, in the Shetland Islands council area.
What is a loft insulation survey?
Standalone surveys are useful when you are buying a house, answering an EPC recommendation or settling a question about condensation or old insulation. You get the measured depth, photos, any concerns and what we would recommend, with prices if you want them. More about a loft insulation survey.
- Photos of the loft
- Written note of findings
- Checks of wiring, tank, ventilation and damp
Why book with us in Lerwick
Clear contact details
Your quote says who to call with questions before, during and after the work.
Plain-English advice
We explain what we find in plain English, and say so when nothing needs doing.
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.
No pressure selling
You get everything in writing and decide in your own time.
How much does a loft insulation survey cost in Lerwick?
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 a loft insulation survey in Lerwick
Can you take on work in Lerwick?
Sometimes. Lerwick is outside our normal travelling area, so we look at each job first. If we can help, any travel cost is shown on the quote before you book, and nothing is booked until you agree it.
Can a landlord in Lerwick book work for a tenanted house?
Yes. We can arrange access with the tenant directly and send you photos once the work is finished.
What do I need to do before you arrive in Lerwick?
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 I need to be at home?
Yes, an adult needs to be there to let us in and talk through the findings.
How long does a loft survey take?
About 30 to 45 minutes for a typical house.
Other loft work in Lerwick
- Thermal imaging survey in Lerwick by arrangement
- Loft insulation top-up in Lerwick by arrangement
- Loft condensation investigation in Lerwick by arrangement
- Insulated loft hatches in Lerwick by arrangement
- Loft insulation for flats in Lerwick by arrangement
- New-build loft insulation in Lerwick by arrangement
