Loft insulation in the Scottish Borders

Where we work around the Scottish Borders

Council areas covered: Scottish Borders.

That covers the EH and TD postcode areas.

Councils	Scottish Borders
Postcode areas	EH, TD
Towns listed	6

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 the Scottish Borders

We measure before we quote

Existing depth, joist spacing, wiring and the tank are checked, not guessed.

Honest about grants

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

Boarding done properly

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

Downlights made safe

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

How much does loft insulation cost in the Scottish Borders?

£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). 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 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.

Funding in Scotland

Home Energy Scotland offers free advice and a grant and loan scheme for energy improvements.
Warmer Homes Scotland funds improvements for eligible households.
ECO4, the energy supplier scheme, runs until 31 December 2026 for eligible households.
Contact Home Energy Scotland before agreeing to any funded offer.

Home Energy Scotland

Questions about loft insulation in the Scottish Borders

Do you cover the whole of the Scottish Borders?

Yes. We cover every town and village in the Scottish Borders, including Eyemouth, Galashiels and Hawick.

Can you quote for several properties in the Scottish Borders?

Yes. Landlords and agents can send a list of addresses and we will survey them in as few visits as we can.

Will loft insulation make my loft colder?

Yes, and that is expected. The insulation keeps the heat in the rooms below, so the loft above runs closer to the outdoor temperature. That is why pipes and the tank are lagged as part of the job.

Can you insulate around downlights?

Recessed downlights need clearance or a fire-rated cover so they do not overheat. We fit covers where needed and leave a clear zone around fittings that cannot be covered.