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The kinds of roofing system insulation readily available rely on the sort of roof covering that it will be used with. With an angled roof, either cozy or cool loft insulation can be ideal. Cold loft insulation is the cheapest option, just involving positioning insulation over wood joists. However, as this only avoids warm escaping the living location of the residence, it isn't suitable for those aiming to hidden the loft space right into a home. Warm loft insulation is placed straight under the roof, and thus will certainly keep the loft area at a constant temperature level throughout the year. As such, it is perfect if the loft is utilized as a space. Warm loft space insulation is available in different forms, be it glass-wool or polystyrene. Spray foams can additionally be made use of, yet in many cases might disagree.

 

Kinds of loft space insulation

Blanket Insulation

One of the most usual type of loft space insulation, this is available in rolls of rock, glass or mineral fibre (we use Earthwool by Knauf which is a actually great eco-friendly alternative), or else foil-backed really felt. It's usually the cheapest alternative and also excellent all-purpose insulation, specifically for in between joists. It's the easiest kind to fit but isn't suitable for the roofing.

 

Loose-fill Insulation

This sort of insulation contains a loose, light-weight, material, such as cork granules, cellulose fibre, mineral wool or even recycled paper. It can be utilized to top up existing insulation or on its own. The primary downside is it isn't really safe and also can be really unpleasant!

 

Sheet Insulation

Firm boards of either synthetic or natural products, this is the very best option for shielding the bottom of your roof covering. The boards offer highly effective insulation for your loft area and can also be decorated over. The downside is that sheet insulation tends to be one of the most pricey type.

 

Blown-fibre Insulation

Loose products of numerous kinds blown in between joists, this is excellent for hard-to-get-at locations however doesn't supply a complete option, particularly in a draughty loft space. It's additionally costly and requires to be installed by a specialist.

 

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Average Loft insulation cost in Guildford

The typical cost of Loft insulation is £600. Costs differ based upon the materials and the contractor selected. The upper price range can be as high as £690. The material costs are in most cases approximately £150

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Loft insulation installation cost in Guildford 2025

Labour cost £420
Material cost £150
Waste removal £30
Time frame: 1-3 days

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We noted 3,456 requests for property quotes within Guildford. Of these quotation requests the amount of loft insulation quotes in Guildford was 140. Quotatis would have been in a position to match these consumers with as many as 4 suitable fitters who were available for work in Guildford at that time. Ask for a free house survey from trustworthy companies within Guildford.

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Guildford

Guildford is the county town of Surrey, located nearly in between London and Portsmouth within the south east of England. It features a population in excess of 66,000 and is among the UK's most costly home areas beyond London. To make certain of holding this value and in many cases enhancing your property's worth, use trustworthy professionals for all of your upgrades.

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BAU UK Ltd

11 review(s)
Based: in Petersfield, GU31 4AD

BAU UK are a complete home improvements specialists located in the South Coast, with focuses ranging from windows and doors to insulation and solar. Fully accredited, insured and trained in the latest technologies, our team can offer leading services...

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Insulation | Loft / Roof in Poole

Prompt response, pleasant and courteous contact, reasonably priced, work satisfactorily completed the next day. A pleasi...

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24 Feb

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Farnham - GU9

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FAQs

how much loft insulation do I need?

Over the years, more and more home and property owners are beginning to realize the huge benefits that can be derived from loft insulation being a worthwhile investment. It’s quite worrisome the way in which energy bills have soared over the past 10 years and loft insulation is a considerable affordable energy efficiency measure that can go a long way to help increase your home’s energy savings.

 

As far back as the 1980’s, the standard when it comes to insulation thickness was 25 mm to 50 mm which was, at the time, considered to be sufficient. However, building regulations have changed the norm that now states that a new build needs to possess 270 mm of insulation in the loft in order to achieve the required u-value of less than 0.16/m2k based on the standard rock wool or sheep wool insulation.

 

Generally with loft insulation, there’s a law of depreciating returns which implies that the first couple of insulation centimetres will save you many times the cost of the installation, however an extra layer or centimetre is going to add less value to the point where it’ll no longer be wise or worthwhile to add any further centimetre. Therefore, with cheaper energy prices 30 years back, that additional couple of centimetres was not just worthwhile, but with the recent alarming rises in costs of fuel, that additional £10 savings per year has all of sudden changed to £30 which makes it become a lot more attractive.

 

If you already have 270 mm of loft insulation, regardless of the material you’re looking to add you’re most likely not going to benefit from a top up. The cost of the materials and installation will definitely be too high for the couple of pounds it’ll save you per year.

what is the best loft insulation?

If you have a loft, then the next thing that’s crucial is a loft insulation. Asides from cutting down on your carbon footprint, when you’re able to install an effective loft insulation you can slash your heating bills by up to £250 per year. What’s more? Besides making your home more energy efficient, it can also increase the value of your property a great deal. So if you’re also considering the insulation of your loft, one of the few things that comes to mind is, what loft insulation is the best to incorporate? In order to help you make the best informed decision possible, this post is going to address this issue and put you on the right path.

 

In truth, there’s no way to say exactly which type of insulation is the best as all types usually have a different purpose as well as usage. The insulation you choose for your home’s loft is be based largely on the how you’re going to make use of the space as well as any unique challenges you might face given the shape of your home’s loft. Below are some types of insulation to give you a better idea:

  • Blanket insulation. This is the most common type that comes in rolls of rock, glass or mineral fibre ( or foil-backed felt ). It normally the most affordable and also a good all-purpose insulation which is easy to fit although not suitable for the roof.
  • Loose-fill insulation. This type of insulation features a loose, lightweight material such as cork granules, cellulose fibre, mineral wool etc. It can either be incorporated as a top up or on its own. The primary drawback is it isn’t very secure and can also be very messy.
  • Sheet insulation. This is the best solution for the roof’s underside as it offers a highly effective insulation for your loft space and can also be decorated over. The drawback here is that it’s usually the most expensive type to purchase and install.
how to insulate a loft roof?

Insulating your loft roof comes with a wide range of benefits. Not only do you get to maintain a comfortable temperature in your house for longer, but you’ll also get to cut down on your heating bills. If you wish to insulate your loft roof, you’ve come to the right place! This process can be very tedious and time consuming especially if you don’t what you’re doing or lack the required confidence to pull it off. It’s advisable to hire the services of a reputable professional who can guarantee the best results for help and also save you some time and money that can come from potentially costly errors.

 

Before you start rolling out, you’d have to make sure that all cracks, gaps and holes in the ceiling are filled with either a standard filler or decorators caulk. You can also clean between between the gaps in the joists thoroughly. And finally, check for hazards that can cause you problems before getting stated.

  • Remember to leave ventilation gaps as you start from the eaves. Then work towards the loft’s centre, starting from the point furthest from the hatch.
  • Lay the first layer between the joists which should be 100 mm and then the subsequent layer should be 170 mm to make it up to the recommended 270 mm.
  • Carry the electric cables above the insulation and work around visible light fittings.
  • Cut the roll in the centre of the floor when rolling out from the eaves on both sides with the help of a craft knife. Ensure that there are no gaps between the insulation and the joists’ edges.
  • Lag pipes as you go in order to prevent walking over the insulation to get back to them.
  • Ensure that the loft is totally insulated
  • Insulate the hatch.
how does loft insulation work?

A lot of an uninsulated property’s heat is lost through the roof and that’s even more alarming, when you realize this figure is up to a quarter of the total heat of the house. Hence, the tremendous importance of preventing this heat loss through loft insulation which will go a long way to help you against spending unnecessary thousands of pounds on heating bill as well as energy loss.

 

Loft insulation is an effective method to achieve the desired result, however the question is, how exactly does it work? Well, it’s time to find out!

 

Using either a fireplace or central heating to heat up your home, a large quantity of that heat would be lost through the roof of your home. Generally, heat rises and when it does, there’s simply no way to prevent it - it’s just science. Escaping by both the conduction and convection methods via your roof, the heat escaping through your ceiling, into the loft space and out into the open air outside can only be significantly reduced by laying loft insulation.

 

Generally, the added layer of insulation works by trapping the heat inside the room below the loft so as to enable the air within your house to stay warmer for longer. What’s more? The layer of insulation also keeps cold air from the outside from entering your home. As a result, you don’t have to heat your home as much in order to achieve the same temperature for each individual room. Over time, just by doing this you can potentially save hundreds pounds. Getting it installed in your home may actually seem a bit expensive at first, but it’s something that’ll eventually pay off.

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