The Insulation Company helps homeowners arrange loft-insulation assessments, quotations and installation services across the UK.
East of England · England
Peterborough pairs an old cathedral city with one of the largest planned expansions in the region. Victorian and railway-era terraces sit close to the centre, while the post-1965 townships of Bretton, Orton, Werrington and Paston, and newer growth at Hampton and Cardea, account for a huge share of the housing. That split shapes loft work here: an older central terrace with a shallow, awkward loft asks for a different approach from a 1970s township house or a recent Hampton home that already carries insulation.
We help homeowners across Peterborough and the surrounding Cambridgeshire area arrange loft assessments, quotations and installation. Depending on the service, work may be completed by The Insulation Company or an approved installation partner.
Peterborough's township housing — Bretton, Orton and Werrington in particular — is largely post-1965 semi-detached and terraced property, often carrying thinning original insulation that suits a top-up, frequently with storage boards laid straight onto the joists. Closer to the centre, Victorian and railway terraces around New England and Millfield have compact lofts with limited headroom and awkward access. Newer homes at Hampton usually have insulation already, so the question becomes whether adding depth, boarding out or improving ventilation is worthwhile.
Peterborough sits low in the fens, flat and exposed, and its lofts still suffer condensation where airflow is poor despite the region's relatively low rainfall. Forcing insulation into the eaves of an older terrace blocks the roof's limited ventilation, so we keep the eaves clear and treat ventilation and insulation together. On the older central stock we check how the roof breathes before recommending a build-up.
Cold fenland winters and poorly ventilated roof spaces make condensation a common complaint in Peterborough lofts. Insulation alone will not cure a moisture problem, so we check the actual cause — airflow, a leak or an extractor venting into the loft — before recommending work.
In Peterborough, cost is driven mainly by whether old insulation needs removing, the size and access of the loft, and any boarding or ventilation work. Township houses often board out easily, while central terraces can be more awkward to reach.
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 Peterborough.
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 Peterborough and nearby Cambridgeshire, from the townships of Bretton, Orton and Werrington to central areas like Millfield and newer Hampton, as well as Whittlesey, Yaxley and Market Deeping. Request an assessment and we'll confirm coverage for your postcode.
Often a top-up is the sensible route where the original wool has thinned or compressed. We measure what is there, check the eaves are clear, and advise whether adding depth, boarding or ventilation is worthwhile.
Even in the drier fens, poor ventilation causes condensation. If you have noticed damp 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.
These guys are the best! Rory and Leo were very kind to me and got it all done in just a day. Thank you.
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.
