Period home loft insulation in Solihull
Solihull is part of the area we cover in the West Midlands. For loft insulation for an older house, you get a free survey and a fixed written quote.
Postcode districts we cover here include B91, B92 and B90, in the Solihull council area.
Where we work around Solihull
As the crow flies, Solihull is roughly 7 miles from Birmingham.
We also cover Acocks Green, Washwood Heath, Birmingham and Aston.
| Postcode districts | B91, B92, B90, B28 |
|---|---|
| Council area | Solihull |
| County or area | West Midlands |
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.
- Breathable insulation where it suits the building
- Ceiling-safe working from crawl boards
- Chimney breasts and party walls kept clear of combustibles where flues are live
Why book with us in Solihull
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.
Photos of the finished loft
You see the work done without climbing the ladder.
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 Solihull?
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 Solihull
How soon can you visit a home in Solihull?
We call you back to agree a time that suits you, and confirm the date in writing. Availability changes week to week, so we will give you the earliest slot we have.
What do I need to do before you arrive in Solihull?
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 cover all of B91?
Yes, we cover the B91 postcode district and the districts around Solihull.
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.
