Insulating your loft should be one of the first energy-saving measures you should consider. It’s a quick and easy method of keeping your home warm.

As much as a third of the heat in your home is lost through your loft and roof but you could save up to 20% of the heated air in your home by installing efficient loft insulation for free.

These days, building regulations require loft insulation to be around 10-12 inches thick.  If your home was built before 1982 and has not subsequently received an insulation top-up, then you should consider enquiring if you’re eligible for FREE loft insulation.

*Grant Funding may be available for the works and the amount of grant and the cost of the works will vary depending on how much CO2 is saved by installing the upgrade.

Can you save money on your energy bills with loft insulation?

Absolutely.  A quarter of heat is lost through the roof in an uninsulated home.  According to the Energy Saving Trust (EST), you could save up to £150 a year on your energy bills (estimates based on insulating a gas-heated home with a totally uninsulated loft).

Are grants available for loft insulation?

Yes, there are.  If you or a member of your household is on a qualifying benefit, you may qualify for free loft insulation through the government Energy Company Obligation (ECO) scheme.  Check out our grants and funding page for further details.