Case Studies / Pudsey, Leeds
Full Loft Insulation & Raised Boarding — Pudsey, Leeds (42m²)
Boarding laid directly onto joists over compressed insulation was lifted, the loft re-insulated to 300mm, and raised boarding fitted above the new insulation.
Completed January 2026 • Semi-detached family home
Measured Area
42m²
Duration
1 day
Location
Pudsey, Leeds
The Problem
The loft had been boarded directly onto joists with only 50mm of compressed fibreglass insulation beneath. The homeowner reported persistent cold spots upstairs and rising heating bills. The existing boarding was preventing the insulation from performing effectively.
Assessment & Specification
Based on satellite measurement and the homeowner's description, the insulation was identified as well below the recommended 300mm depth and significantly compressed by boarding. The loft hatch was uninsulated and draughty. These details were confirmed on arrival, and ventilation was found to be adequate.
Scope of Work
Removal of existing boarding. Removal of old compressed insulation. Full 300mm mineral wool installation. Raised loft boarding on legs above the insulation layer. Draught-proofed and insulated loft hatch. Water tank and pipe insulation.
Outcome
The homeowner reported a noticeable improvement in upstairs warmth within the first week. The loft now provides usable storage space without compromising insulation depth.
How the Loft Was Assessed
The roof footprint was measured remotely from satellite imagery and cross-checked against photographs of the loft interior, which is how around 90% of our projects are quoted. The fixed price was issued in writing before the work was booked, so the figure agreed at the start was the figure paid at the end.
Ventilation, condensation risk and any pipe or tank insulation were assessed on the day of installation and dealt with then. Because those items are included as standard, no additional charge arose once work was underway.
Included at No Extra Cost
- Loft hatch insulation
- Lap vents at the eaves where ventilation needed protecting
- Pipe and cold water tank insulation
- Removal and disposal of all waste materials
- A completion certificate confirming the work carried out, the materials used and the insulation depths installed
Work Carried Out
- Standard insulation removal
- 300mm mineral wool installation
- Raised loft boarding
- Loft hatch insulation
- Pipe insulation
How This Project Was Priced
Every element of this project was priced using our published square-metre rates, with the full cost confirmed in writing before any work began. Standard inclusions — hatch insulation, lap vents where needed, pipe and tank insulation, waste removal and a completion certificate — were provided at no extra cost.
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