Period home loft insulation in Saltash
Saltash is part of the area we cover in Cornwall. For loft insulation for an older house, you get a free survey and a fixed written quote.
We cover the PL12 and PL11 postcode districts, which fall under Cornwall council.
Where we work around Saltash
Saltash is about 38 miles from Truro as the crow flies.
We work in neighbouring Liskeard too.
| Postcode districts | PL12, PL11 |
|---|---|
| Council area | Cornwall |
| County or area | Cornwall |
What is different about insulating an older home's loft?
We work from crawl boards spanning several joists so the ceilings are not loaded, check for loose plaster keys before anything is laid, and usually recommend vapour-open insulation such as sheep's wool or wood fibre. Unfelted slate roofs are naturally well ventilated, but they let in wind-driven rain and snow, which the insulation has to cope with. More about loft insulation for an older house.
- Ceiling-safe working from crawl boards
- Breathable insulation where it suits the building
- Chimney breasts and party walls kept clear of combustibles where flues are live
Why book with us in Saltash
Photos of the finished loft
You see the work done without climbing the ladder.
Tidy work
Dust sheets on the route in and every bit of packaging taken away.
We measure before we quote
Existing depth, joist spacing, wiring and the tank are checked, not guessed.
No pressure selling
You get everything in writing and decide in your own time.
How much does loft insulation for an older house cost in Saltash?
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 loft insulation for an older house in Saltash
How do I pay for work in Saltash?
Payment terms are set out on your quote. We never ask for payment on the doorstep or in cash.
What do I need to do before you arrive in Saltash?
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 you take on jobs outside Saltash?
Yes. We also work in Liskeard and Launceston and elsewhere in Cornwall.
Do I need permission to insulate a listed building's loft?
Possibly. Listed building consent is needed for works that affect the building's character. Ask your council's conservation officer.
What is the best loft insulation for an old house?
Usually a vapour-open material such as sheep's wool or wood fibre, laid so moisture can still move. Mineral wool is also vapour-open and works in many period lofts at lower cost.
