Loft insulation top-up in Greater Manchester

Where we work around Greater Manchester

We work across council areas including Bolton, Bury, Oldham, Rochdale, Salford, Stockport and others.

That covers the BL, M, OL, SK, WA and WN postcode areas.

Councils	Bolton, Bury, Oldham, Rochdale, Salford, Stockport, Tameside, Trafford and Wigan
Postcode areas	BL, M, OL, SK, WA, WN
Towns listed	39

What is a loft insulation top-up?

Before we quote we measure the existing layer in several places and check its condition. If it is wet, dirty, matted or full of droppings, laying fresh wool on top just buries the problem, so we say so and price removal instead. More about a loft insulation top-up.

Tank jacket and pipe lagging in the loft
Eaves ventilation kept clear
Cross layer to a total of 270 to 300 mm

Why book with us in Greater Manchester

Downlights made safe

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

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.

Tidy work

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

How much does a loft insulation top-up cost in Greater Manchester?

£395 to £545Terraced house, average loft, topping up from about 100 mm. 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). The Energy Saving Trust puts a typical professionally installed loft at about £750 from bare joists, or £600 to top up from 120 mm.

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.

Funding in England

ECO4, the energy supplier scheme, runs until 31 December 2026 for eligible households, with no supplier scheme to follow it.
The Great British Insulation Scheme closed on 31 March 2026.
The Warm Homes Plan, announced in January 2026, funds upgrades for low-income households, including through councils under Warm Homes: Local Grant.
Check what is open for your address on GOV.UK before agreeing to any funded offer.

GOV.UK: find ways to save energy in your home

Questions about a loft insulation top-up in Greater Manchester

How do I book a survey in Greater Manchester?

Send the form or call us. We call back to agree a time and confirm it in writing.

Which council covers my address in Greater Manchester?

Councils in Greater Manchester include Bolton, Bury, Oldham, Rochdale and others. Your council matters for building control questions and some funding schemes.

Can new insulation go on top of old insulation?

Yes, if the old layer is dry, clean and reasonably even. If it is damp, contaminated or badly compressed we recommend removing it first.

Can I still store things in the loft after a top-up?

Not directly on the insulation. A 270 mm layer stands well above the joists, so storage needs raised boarding on loft legs.