The Insulation Company helps homeowners arrange loft-insulation assessments, quotations and installation services across the UK.
South West · England
Exeter mixes its cathedral-city heritage with steady modern growth. Victorian and Edwardian terraces line St Leonard's, Newtown and Heavitree; Georgian and older houses cluster near the cathedral and quay; and traditional cob and stone cottages survive on the city's rural fringe. Interwar and post-war semis fill Pinhoe, Whipton and St Thomas, with newer estates spreading toward the M5. That spread means loft work here is rarely one job — a solid-walled cob cottage behaves very differently from a 1960s semi or a modern house near Cranbrook.
We help homeowners across Exeter and the surrounding South West area arrange loft assessments, quotations and installation. Depending on the service, work may be completed by The Insulation Company or an approved installation partner.
Exeter's older terraces in St Leonard's and Newtown often have compact lofts, awkward access and insulation laid decades ago that has since settled. Cob and stone cottages on the city fringe need a breathable approach, as their walls and roofs were built to let moisture move. The interwar and post-war semis of Whipton, Pinhoe and St Thomas usually carry thin original wool suited to a top-up, frequently with storage boards laid straight onto the joists. Newer homes toward Cranbrook and Exeter's edge tend to have insulation already, so the question is whether more, or better ventilation, adds value.
Devon's mild, damp climate makes ventilation and moisture worth close attention. Packing insulation hard into the eaves of an older Exeter roof can block airflow and encourage condensation, so we keep the eaves clear and treat ventilation and insulation as one question. On cob and traditional buildings we take particular care to keep the structure breathable, using materials that suit older construction rather than sealing moisture in.
Devon's high rainfall means condensation and damp complaints are common in poorly ventilated Exeter lofts. Insulation alone will not cure a moisture problem, so we identify the actual cause — airflow, a roof leak or an extractor venting into the loft — before recommending work.
In Exeter, cost is driven mainly by loft access, whether old insulation needs removing, the type of construction — a breathable approach on a cob cottage differs from a standard semi — and any boarding or ventilation work.
You tell us about your property and what you have noticed in the loft. Nothing is committed at this stage.
We review the property age, roof type, loft access and any existing insulation, moisture or ventilation concerns.
Where required, a survey or assessment is arranged so measurements and conditions can be checked in person.
You receive a clear written recommendation and quotation setting out the scope, materials, price and any guarantee.
Work is completed by The Insulation Company or an approved installation partner, with access protected throughout.
Final checks are carried out, the loft is left clean, and relevant documentation and any guarantee are supplied.
These are examples of our work elsewhere, shown to illustrate what a project involves. They did not necessarily take place in Exeter.
Emma's front and rear bedrooms, split by a central chimney breast, both cooled quickly. We insulated the 40m² floor on both sides of the chimney to a full 300mm depth.
Example from our project library
Tom noticed condensation on the bedroom windows and rapid overnight heat loss. We gave his compact 31m² loft a full 300mm Knauf glass mineral wool layer, fitted carefully around the hatch and low edge bays.
Example from our project library
Peter's upstairs ran consistently colder than the ground floor even after a heating service. The 46m² loft was almost completely uninsulated, so we installed a full 300mm Knauf glass mineral wool layer from hatch to gable.
Example from our project library
We help homeowners across Exeter and the surrounding area, from St Leonard's, Newtown and Heavitree to Whipton, Pinhoe and St Thomas, as well as Topsham, Exmouth and Crediton. Request an assessment and we'll confirm coverage for your postcode.
Often, yes, but traditional cob and stone buildings need a breathable approach so moisture can still move through the structure. We assess the construction and recommend materials suited to older buildings rather than sealing the roof up.
Devon's damp climate makes ventilation important. If you have noticed condensation or staining, we look at the cause — airflow, a leak or an extractor venting into the loft — because insulation alone will not fix a moisture problem.
Customer feedback
Feedback from customers who have used our insulation services.
Jake and Rory supplied and fitted the insulation in our loft. They did an excellent job and I would recommend them.
It was refreshing to have two young lads who came in and worked incredibly hard on my loft. They came early and left late to get the job done. The best workers I’ve had in a long time, and I would recommend them 100%.
Good lads. They were professional throughout, took extra care and left the place spotless. We can already feel the difference with the fresh insulation.
Top man Leonardo with the insulation. Did the insulation in a day.
Excellent workmanship. Work completed in a clean and tidy manner.
Lovely crew. They arrived on time and gave me an excellent quote. A friendly group of workers who kept me updated throughout the process.
