Period home loft insulation in Shropshire
Homes and buildings across Shropshire can book loft insulation for an older house, starting with a free survey and a fixed written quote.
That includes Telford, Shrewsbury, Wellington, Oswestry and Bridgnorth, and the villages around them.
Where we work around Shropshire
We work across the Shropshire and Telford and Wrekin council areas.
Postcodes starting DY, SY, TF and WV are all inside our area.
| Councils | Shropshire and Telford and Wrekin |
|---|---|
| Postcode areas | DY, SY, TF, WV |
| Towns listed | 8 |
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
- Chimney breasts and party walls kept clear of combustibles where flues are live
- Breathable insulation where it suits the building
Why book with us in Shropshire
We measure before we quote
Existing depth, joist spacing, wiring and the tank are checked, not guessed.
Downlights made safe
Fire-rated covers or a clear zone around recessed lights.
Tidy work
Dust sheets on the route in and every bit of packaging taken away.
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.
How much does loft insulation for an older house cost in Shropshire?
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 Shropshire
Can you quote for several properties in Shropshire?
Yes. Landlords and agents can send a list of addresses and we will survey them in as few visits as we can.
How do I book a survey in Shropshire?
Send the form or call us. We call back to agree a time and confirm it in writing.
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.
