Natural loft insulation in Selkirk
Looking for sheep's wool or natural loft insulation in Selkirk? We cover Selkirk and the rest of the Scottish Borders, with a free survey and a fixed written quote.
We cover the TD7 postcode districts, inside the Scottish Borders council area.
Where we work around Selkirk
As the crow flies, Selkirk is roughly 5 miles from Galashiels.
We also cover Galashiels and Hawick.
| Postcode districts | TD7 |
|---|---|
| Council area | Scottish Borders |
| County or area | Scottish Borders |
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. The trade-off is cost: natural materials usually cost two to three times as much as mineral wool for the same performance. More about sheep's wool or natural loft insulation.
- Eaves kept clear
- Sheep's wool or wood fibre to the agreed performance
- Crawl boards so weak ceilings are not loaded
Why book with us in Selkirk
Tank and pipes protected
Every insulation job includes a tank jacket and pipe lagging, so nothing freezes in a colder loft.
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.
Downlights made safe
Fire-rated covers or a clear zone around recessed lights.
How much does sheep's wool or natural loft insulation cost in Selkirk?
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 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.
Questions about sheep's wool or natural loft insulation in Selkirk
Will I get a written quote for work in Selkirk?
Yes. Every quote is in writing with the work, the price and what is included, so you can compare it properly.
Do you cover all of TD7?
Yes, we cover the TD7 postcode district and the districts around Selkirk.
What do I need to do before you arrive in Selkirk?
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.
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.
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.
