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Loft insulation, for one house or a whole scheme.

The quickest, cheapest cut in heat loss most homes can make, and one of the most often done badly. We insulate to the current 270 mm standard, deal with the ventilation, the tanks and the walkways rather than burying them, and do it for single homes and for housing programmes alike.

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Insurance backed guarantees
Our own crews, residents at home
What is loft insulation?

Keep your home warm from the top down

Loft insulation involves laying insulation material (mineral wool or spray foam) between and over the joists in your loft space. Up to 25% of heat escapes through an uninsulated roof, making loft insulation one of the most cost effective energy improvements.

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Who we do it for

One home, or a hundred.

The same crews, the same specification and the same paperwork, whether it is your house or every home on a housing provider’s programme.

Homeowners

A free survey, an itemised quote and a straight answer, including when the job is not worth doing. Then our own crew, and a certificate at the end.

  • Free survey that checks depth, ventilation, tanks, pipes and the hatch, not just the loft floor
  • Mineral wool to 270 mm, loft hatch insulated and draught stripped
  • Half a day on site for a typical house, 0% VAT on the insulation
  • Two year workmanship guarantee and the certificate in your handover pack
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Housing providers, councils and main contractors

We deliver this measure as a package for funded retrofit programmes, on our own or as a subcontractor to your principal contractor, with the assessment and coordination done by our own people.

  • TrustMark registered, insurance backed guarantees, and PAS 2035 retrofit assessment and coordination done in house
  • Loft insulation to programme depth across whole schemes, with ventilation, boarding and tanks specified so the roof space stays dry
  • Surveyed and priced home by home, so the tender is measured, not estimated
  • Occupied homes as standard: residents stay in, access is planned, work is photographed before, during and after
  • Handover file for your retrofit coordinator: certificates, photos, guarantees
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Rows of terraced social housing of the kind being upgraded on the Aspire Housing whole house retrofit programme
Case study

Fabric first across a housing programme, band C on every home.

Energy Giants is principal delivery partner on Aspire Housing’s £1.3 million whole house retrofit programme in Newcastle under Lyme and Staffordshire, funded through the Warm Homes programme. Loft insulation brought up to current standards is part of the fabric first package on every home, alongside heating, ventilation and windows, with the retrofit assessment and coordination done by our own people under PAS 2035.

£1.3m
programme value
Band C
every home, year one
£1,200
up to, saved per home a year
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Benefits

Why choose loft insulation?

Reduce Heat Loss by Up to 25%

Stop a quarter of your heating escaping through the roof with properly installed loft insulation.

Quick Installation

Usually completed in just half a day with minimal disruption to your daily routine.

40+ Year Effectiveness

Loft insulation materials last over 40 years, delivering savings for decades to come.

2 Year Workmanship Guarantee

Every installation backed by our comprehensive 2 year workmanship guarantee for peace of mind.

Choice of Mineral Wool or Spray Foam

We recommend the best material for your loft type, whether mineral wool rolls or spray foam.

Our process

How we install loft insulation

1

Free Loft Survey

We assess your loft space, check existing insulation levels and recommend the best approach.

2

Loft Clearance

If needed, we clear stored items from your loft space to prepare for installation.

3

Insulation to 270mm

Insulation installed between and over joists to the recommended 270mm depth.

4

Pipes & Tanks Insulated

All exposed pipes and water tanks in the loft are insulated to prevent freezing.

5

Quality Check

A full quality inspection and certification is completed before sign off.

Our guarantee

Built to last, guaranteed to perform

Every loft insulation installation comes with a 2 year workmanship guarantee. The insulation materials themselves have a lifespan of 40+ years, meaning you will benefit from reduced heating costs for decades.

2 Year Workmanship Guarantee
40+ Year Material Lifespan
Our insulation services

Other ways to insulate your home

Flat roof insulation on a UK property

Flat Roof Insulation

Proper insulation of flat roofs reduces energy loss and improves thermal comfort.

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Cavity wall insulation being installed at a property

Cavity Wall Insulation

Installed by drilling a series of holes in the mortar joints of the external wall and filling the cavity.

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Internal wall insulation being installed in a home

Internal Wall Insulation

Insulating internal walls improves comfort levels while reducing energy consumption and bills.

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Room in roof loft conversion space

Room in Roof Insulation

Keeps a comfortable temperature by reducing heat loss and maximising energy efficiency.

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Under floor insulation beneath a suspended timber floor

Under Floor Insulation

Insulating beneath your floors cuts draughts and heat loss for a warmer ground floor.

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Ready when you are, for one loft or a thousand.

Homeowners get a free survey and a half day install. Housing providers and contractors get loft insulation to programme depth, surveyed and photographed home by home under PAS 2035.

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FAQs

Loft insulation questions, answered

How thick should loft insulation be?

The current recommendation is 270mm. We install insulation between and over the joists to achieve this depth, ensuring maximum thermal performance for your loft.

Can I use my loft for storage after insulation?

Yes, you can still use your loft for storage with raised boarding installed above the insulation. This keeps the insulation at full depth while giving you a solid surface for storage.

What about loft hatches?

We insulate loft hatches too. An uninsulated loft hatch is a common source of heat loss, so we fit insulation and draught proofing strips to ensure a complete thermal barrier.

Mineral wool or spray foam?

Both are effective insulation materials. We recommend the best option based on your loft type, access, and specific requirements. Our surveyor will advise during your free loft survey.

Do you work for housing associations, councils and contractors?

Yes. Loft insulation is part of the fabric first package on Aspire Housing’s whole house programme, where we are principal delivery partner and every home upgraded in year one reached band C. See the case study or our sub contracting page.

Can you top up the insulation I already have?

Usually, yes. If the existing layer is dry and in reasonable condition we lay new mineral wool across the joists on top of it to reach 270 mm. If it is damp, compressed or has been disturbed by wiring and storage it comes out first. The survey tells you which.

Is there funding for loft insulation?

Funding changes often, so ask us for the current position. As of September 2026 the Warm Homes: Local Grant, run through councils, funds insulation for eligible lower income households, and social landlords have the Warm Homes: Social Housing Fund. We deliver under these programmes for councils and landlords, and we will tell a homeowner honestly whether they are likely to qualify.

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