Period home loft insulation in Coalisland
We insulate lofts in older houses in Coalisland and across County Tyrone, starting with a free survey and a fixed written quote.
We cover postcodes including BT71, in the Mid Ulster council area.
Where we work around Coalisland
Coalisland is about 24 miles from Omagh as the crow flies.
Nearby, we also cover Dungannon and Cookstown.
| Postcode districts | BT71 |
|---|---|
| Council area | Mid Ulster |
| County or area | County Tyrone |
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 Coalisland
No pressure selling
You get everything in writing and decide in your own time.
Clear contact details
Your quote says who to call with questions before, during and after the work.
We measure before we quote
Existing depth, joist spacing, wiring and the tank are checked, not guessed.
Eaves kept clear
Insulation is held back from the eaves so the loft can still ventilate.
How much does loft insulation for an older house cost in Coalisland?
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 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 for an older house in Coalisland
Do you take on jobs outside Coalisland?
Yes. We also work in Dungannon and Cookstown and elsewhere in County Tyrone.
Do you charge extra to travel to Coalisland?
Not normally. Our guide prices include normal travel to Coalisland. If an address needs a ferry or an unusually long journey, we tell you the cost before you book.
Is loft work in Coalisland 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.
Can loft insulation damage lath-and-plaster ceilings?
It can if people kneel between joists or if the ceiling is already weak. We work from boards and check the ceiling first.
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.
