Loft insulation top-up in Fareham
If you need a loft insulation top-up in Fareham, we can help, and it starts with a free survey and a fixed written quote.
We cover the PO16, PO15 and PO14 postcode districts, inside the Hampshire council area.
Where we work around Fareham
As the crow flies, Fareham is roughly 10 miles from Southampton.
We work in neighbouring Gosport, Portsmouth, Hedge End and Waterlooville too.
| Postcode districts | PO16, PO15, PO14, PO17 |
|---|---|
| Council area | Hampshire |
| County or area | Hampshire |
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.
- Cross layer to a total of 270 to 300 mm
- Eaves ventilation kept clear
- Gaps in the existing layer filled
Why book with us in Fareham
Downlights made safe
Fire-rated covers or a clear zone around recessed lights.
Boarding done properly
Storage boards go on loft legs, never straight onto the insulation.
Honest about grants
If you might qualify for funding, we tell you before we quote.
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.
How much does a loft insulation top-up cost in Fareham?
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).
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 Fareham
Do you take on jobs outside Fareham?
Yes. We also work in Gosport and Portsmouth and elsewhere in Hampshire.
How do I pay for work in Fareham?
Payment terms are set out on your quote. We never ask for payment on the doorstep or in cash.
Is loft work in Fareham different from anywhere else?
The method is the same, but older terraces, cottages and newer estates each have their own quirks: lath ceilings, low pitches or trussed roofs. We plan for the loft we find.
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.
