Where we work around Ashton-under-Lyne

Ashton-under-Lyne sits about 6 miles from Manchester, measured in a straight line.

Other towns close by include Dukinfield, Stalybridge, Droylsden and Denton.

Postcode districts	OL7, OL6, SK16, M43
Council area	Tameside
County or area	Greater Manchester

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 dry, even and not contaminated, we keep it and lay the top-up across it at right angles. 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 Ashton-under-Lyne

Plain-English advice

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

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.

Tank and pipes protected

Every insulation job includes a tank jacket and pipe lagging, so nothing freezes in a colder loft.

How much does a loft insulation top-up cost in Ashton-under-Lyne?

£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).

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 a loft insulation top-up in Ashton-under-Lyne

Will I get a written quote for work in Ashton-under-Lyne?

Yes. Every quote is in writing with the work, the price and what is included, so you can compare it properly.

What do I need to do before you arrive in Ashton-under-Lyne?

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 Ashton-under-Lyne?

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.

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.

Which way should the top-up layer run?

Across the joists, at right angles to the first layer. That covers the tops of the joists, which otherwise let heat escape along the timber.

Loft insulation top-up in Ashton-under-Lyne