Period home loft insulation in Somerset
We cover Somerset for loft insulation for an older house. It starts with a free survey and a fixed written quote.
We work in Bath, Weston-super-Mare, Taunton, Yeovil and Bridgwater and everywhere in between.
Where we work around Somerset
Council areas covered: Somerset, Bath and North East Somerset and North Somerset.
That covers the BA, BS and TA postcode areas.
| Councils | Somerset, Bath and North East Somerset and North Somerset |
|---|---|
| Postcode areas | BA, BS, TA |
| Towns listed | 16 |
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 Somerset
Clear contact details
Your quote says who to call with questions before, during and after the work.
Honest about grants
If you might qualify for funding, we tell you before we quote.
Tidy work
Dust sheets on the route in and every bit of packaging taken away.
Plain-English advice
We explain what we find in plain English, and say so when nothing needs doing.
How much does loft insulation for an older house cost in Somerset?
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 Somerset
How do I book a survey in Somerset?
Send the form or call us. We call back to agree a time and confirm it in writing.
Can you quote for several properties in Somerset?
Yes. Landlords and agents can send a list of addresses and we will survey them in as few visits as we can.
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.
