New homeowners, Chichester: replacing old loft insulation
A couple who had just moved into a four-bed semi found only 100mm of old insulation in the loft — well under today's recommended depth. They also wanted storage space. Moving into a new home is the best time to sort the loft, before it fills up with boxes.
- 100mm old insulation replaced
- Insulation upgraded to current recommended depth
- Loft boarding fitted for storage
- Completed before the family moved in
What we did
We replaced the old insulation and fitted boarding for storage. The old 100mm depth was less than a third of the current recommended level of 270mm to 300mm, meaning the house was losing a significant amount of heat through the ceiling.
Why it matters
It is a quick job that makes a noticeable difference to how warm the house feels. New homeowners often inherit whatever the previous owner left — and loft insulation is one of the easiest things to upgrade before you move your belongings in.
Just moved in and not sure what is in your loft?
We survey and replace loft insulation quickly, often in a single visit. A good time to do it is before the boxes go up.