Where we work around Newtownabbey

Newtownabbey is about 4 miles from Belfast as the crow flies.

We also cover Belfast, Carrickfergus, Lisburn and Antrim.

Postcode districts	BT37, BT36, BT15, BT3
Council area	Antrim and Newtownabbey
County or area	County Antrim

What is loft insulation?

We lay the first layer to the depth of the joists, usually 100 mm, so it fills each bay edge to edge with no gaps. The finished depth sits at 270 mm or more, the depth the Energy Saving Trust recommends. More about loft insulation.

Eaves kept clear, with ventilation trays where air could be blocked
Cables lifted clear of the insulation where possible
Mineral wool to 270 to 300 mm across the whole loft floor

Why book with us in Newtownabbey

Boarding done properly

Storage boards go on loft legs, never straight onto the insulation.

Eaves kept clear

Insulation is held back from the eaves so the loft can still ventilate.

Honest about grants

If you might qualify for funding, we tell you before we quote.

Photos of the finished loft

You see the work done without climbing the ladder.

How much does loft insulation cost in Newtownabbey?

£495 to £745Terraced house, average loft, from bare joists. 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 Northern Ireland

Northern Ireland has its own Building Regulations, with energy guidance in Technical Booklet F1. Upgrading loft insulation may count as a thermal alteration, so check with your council's building control. How the rules work across the UK.

Questions about loft insulation in Newtownabbey

Is loft work in Newtownabbey 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.

Do you take on jobs outside Newtownabbey?

Yes. We also work in Belfast and Carrickfergus and elsewhere in County Antrim.

What do I need to do before you arrive in Newtownabbey?

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 deep should loft insulation be?

The Energy Saving Trust recommends at least 270 mm of mineral wool, and that is the depth we install as standard. Building regulations also set an energy standard for the roof when a loft is insulated. It differs between England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, so we confirm the target for your address on the quote.

How long does it take to insulate a loft?

Most lofts in houses take a single day. A large bungalow loft, a loft that needs clearing first or one with awkward access can run into a second day.

Loft insulation in Newtownabbey