Natural loft insulation in Newbury
Looking for sheep's wool or natural loft insulation in Newbury? We cover Newbury and the rest of Berkshire, with a free survey and a fixed written quote.
Postcode districts we cover here include RG14, RG20 and RG19, inside the West Berkshire council area.
Where we work around Newbury
Newbury is about 16 miles from Reading as the crow flies.
We work in neighbouring Thatcham too.
| Postcode districts | RG14, RG20, RG19 |
|---|---|
| Council area | West Berkshire |
| County or area | Berkshire |
What is sheep's wool or natural loft insulation?
Sheep's wool and wood fibre are vapour-open and can take up and release moisture. In an older house with lime plaster ceilings that helps keep the build-up breathable. More about sheep's wool or natural loft insulation.
- Crawl boards so weak ceilings are not loaded
- Sheep's wool or wood fibre to the agreed performance
- Eaves kept clear
Why book with us in Newbury
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.
Tank and pipes protected
Every insulation job includes a tank jacket and pipe lagging, so nothing freezes in a colder loft.
Honest about grants
If you might qualify for funding, we tell you before we quote.
We measure before we quote
Existing depth, joist spacing, wiring and the tank are checked, not guessed.
How much does sheep's wool or natural loft insulation cost in Newbury?
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 sheep's wool or natural loft insulation in Newbury
Will I get a written quote for work in Newbury?
Yes. Every quote is in writing with the work, the price and what is included, so you can compare it properly.
Do you take on jobs outside Newbury?
Yes. We also work in Thatcham and Reading and elsewhere in Berkshire.
Can a landlord in Newbury book work for a tenanted house?
Yes. We can arrange access with the tenant directly and send you photos once the work is finished.
How deep does natural insulation need to be?
It depends on the product's thermal conductivity. Some need slightly more depth than mineral wool to reach the same U-value, which we allow for on the quote.
Do moths eat sheep's wool insulation?
Insulation-grade sheep's wool is treated against insects. We use products sold for loft insulation, not raw fleece.
