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The Dangers of Boarding Over High Levels of Loft Insulation

A common misconception surrounding the now high levels of loft insulation recommended in your home is that you cannot install loft boarding. This is very much the case when considering standard loft boarding as it can have adverse effects on your home. Find out more about the dangers of standard loft boarding over high insulation below and discover the award-winning and approved alternative.

How standard loft boarding can damage your property

  • Can cause damp – as standard boarding is placed onto the joists of your roof, this will inevitably squash your insulation, which stops it from working and will cause condensation to build up as it doesn’t have room to breathe.
  • Repair costs – once damp gets into your roof, if gone unnoticed, it spread into your home and can cost thousands to repair.
  • Increases heat loss – the money you spent to improve the energy efficiency of your home will be wasted if you install standard boarded – squashing insulation stops it from working. Some installers will even remove installation to make way for boarding.
  • Invalidate your New Build Home Warranty – even if you are happy to take this risk, when it comes to selling your property, having standard boarding installed could reduce the value of your home having no warranty attached.

Why we wouldnt recommend standard loft boarding

  • Squashes insulation
  • Removal of insulation required
  • Decreases energy efficiency
  • Loss of energy savings
  • Invalidation of New Build Home Warranty
  • Low chance of guarantee
  • No guarantee on the quality of materials used which questions safety

The solution to boarding over high loft insultation

Here at Instaloft however, we install the ONLY loft boarding system specifically designed to fit over high levels of loft insulation. Built using a lightweight yet incredible strong platform made of galvanized steel cross-beams and extremely strong supports, The LoftZone system leaves an air gap underneath the loft flooring to allow airflow and prevent condensation. See the illustration below to see how this system works.

Here are the benefits of the award-winning LoftZone Raised Loft Boarding System

  • The only boarding system design for high levels of loft insulation.
  • It is the only loft boarding approved for New Build homes and WON’T VOID your warranty.
  • The only BBA approved raised loft floor system.
  • Fast, less than one-day installation on average.
  • Full 5 year guarantee.
  • Protects your energy savings.

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Boarded Edging

As standard with installs

You can opt for a super slick finish to your new loft boarding with our custom boarded edging fixtures to seamlessly hide away the visible insulation in your loft.

Removal & Disposal of Loft Boarding

£14.99 per M2

We will remove your existing boarding and place it in a location convenient for you. Please let our fitters know where you would prefer the old boarding to be placed.

Loft Hatch Enlargement

Starting from £180

We will enlarge your existing loft opening and install a new energy efficient white UPVc hinged down loft hatch that meets all current building regulations and Part L requirements.

Hatch Enlargement Truss Roof Enlargement

Starting from £120

We will enlarge your existing loft opening and install a new energy efficient white UPVc hinged down loft hatch that meets all current building regulations and Part L requirements.

New Hatch in New Room

Starting from £230

New loft hatch built into a different room in the house.

Custom Built
Loft Hatch

Starting from £180

A custom loft entrance for you including architraving & a hinged door.

Custom Built Hinged Loft Door

Starting from £120

We will build a custom door to fit your existing loft entrance.

270mm Earthwool Insulation

£15.99 per M2

We will install m2 of 270mm thick Earthwool insulation to bring your current insulation level up the recommended standards.

170mm Earthwool Insulation

£10.99 per M2

We will install X m2 of 170mm thick Earthwool loft insulation to bring your current insulation level up the recommended standards.

100mm Earthwool Insulation

£8.99 per M2

We will install X m2 of 100mm thick Earthwool loft insulation to bring your current insulation level up the recommended standards.

Removal of Existing Boarding

£10.99 per M2

We will remove your existing boarding and place it in a location convenient for you. Please let our fitters know where you would prefer the old boarding to be placed.

Single Mains Light & Switch

Starting from £140

Our fully qualified electrician will install a single bayonet light fitting and bulb with a switch located next to the loft entrance so you can turn it on/off easily as you enter or leave.

Wire & Cable Removal

Starting from £60

Do you need regular access to the wiring and cabling in your loft? We can make bespoke hinged board panels with handles to enable easy access underneath the loft boards.

LED Light & Switch

Starting from £160

Our fully qualified electrician will install a LED tube light fitting with a switch located next to the loft entrance so you can turn it on/ off easily as you enter or leave the loft.

Additional Single Light

Starting from £50

We will install an additional single bayonet light fitting and bulb into your loft, within the most appropriate area available.

Additional Tube Light & Switch

Starting from £60

Our fully qualified electrician will install an additional fluorescent tube light into your loft for extra lighting.

Timber Loft Balustrade

Starting from £150

Timber Loft Ladder Balustrades look great and help to prevent accidents by surrounding the loft entrance.

Steel Loft Balustrade

Starting from £150

Our Steel Loft Ladder Balustrade is very firm and rigid and provides a safe sturdy surround to your loft.

Steel Grab Rails

Starting from £89.99

A Grab rail is a great alternative to the balustrade and provides a strong rail to help pull yourself into the loft.

Breathable Loft Lining

£6.99 per M2

We’ll install X m2 of loft lining to the rafters in your loft. Vapour permeable breathable membrane allows your roof to breathe, meaning you won’t need traditional ventilation.

Thermal Foil Loft Lining

£13 per M2

Thermal foil insulation was essentially designed to keep your house warmer during the winter but its string heat reflective qualities means that it will also keep your loft cool in the summer.

 

Like our other lining options, the thermal foil Loft Lining will also help protect your belongings and loft flooring from unsightly and dirty roof debris.

Loft Linning Trim

As standard with installs

Now included as standard on all of our installations, we can line the boarding area of the entrance with breathable membrane fixtures to discreetly hide away the visible insulation in your loft.

Truss Shelving Installation

Starting from £54.99

If you have a small loft space or simply need extra storage, we can install specialist truss shelving to provide you with even more storage space in the seemingly wasted nooks of your loft. 

Loft Hatch Replacement

Starting from £99

We will replace your existing standard sized loft hatch with a new energy efficient white UPVc hinged down loft hatch that meets all current building regulations and Part L requirements.

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