Loft Boarding Installers in Hampshire

Create a safe, usable space in your loft without compromising on insulation. Speak to your local loft boarding specialists today.

High-quality loft boarding within 3 weeks
Allows safe movement around your loft
No impact on new or existing insulation

3-year warranty with full insurance
Local team based in Hampshire
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Loft Insulation Experts is the go-to contractor for all loft maintenance work in Hampshire. Far from a jack of all trades, our team works exclusively on lofts, so you know you're getting a specialist service.

Based in Andover, we cover the entire county, including Southampton and Portsmouth. So, wherever you're based in Hants, we can help you maximise your loft's storage potential without the need for a full conversion.

Planning to store things in your loft? Our guides explain whether you can board a loft after insulating it and how to prepare your loft before boarding. If your insulation needs upgrading first, see our loft insulation service.

We are rated 5 / 5 - 'Excellent'

Read our genuine customer reviews.

02/02/2025

Highly recommended

An excellent upgrade to our bungalow loft insulation. Three men in loft over a day and a half removing 45 large bags of fibreglass and replacing with 300 ml of rock wool insulation.Very professional and clean working. Highly recommended.

Eva Bowerman

09/01/2025

Spot on

Very efficient about how the work was carried out; the original insulation removed a large area of boarded loft removed before overlaying the installation of the new insulation between joist. Finally ‘hoovered’ stairs and hallway. PS stairs were covered before commencement of work. Very pleased

Graham Collins

17/12/2024

We are very happy

Excellent service by Tom and Charlie, from quote (3 months ago) to completion today. (Our delay).
Good work in our loft, completed with care and clear information about what’s to be done and what has been done.

Tom and Charlie are good to work with, they get on with the job and take care of details as well.

They completed the work in less time than expected! We were all happy!

Colin Smith

03/10/2024

We were very impressed

We had Tom in to quote for insulating my dad's loft and he was very down to earth and thorough, the quote arrived quickly, was very reasonable and we settled on a date around 3 weeks later.

The quality of Toms workmanship was very good, the roof space is exactly as he said it would be and everything was disposed of correctly and left clean and tidy as if no one had even been in. We even received a folder with all the details in it upon completion. I would not hesitate to recommend Tom to anyone and we were very impressed with the service we received.

Pete Harrison

11/09/2024

Recommend highly

Tom and his team were professional throughout the job. Arrived on date and time agreed. Carried out a great job and cleaned up well afterwards. Came back and sorted out a slight problem swiftly with no hassle. Recommend highly.

Kerry “Kezza70” Dowd

14/05/2024

Exceptional

Tom and his team were nothing but exceptional. From his initial visit to quote, he was insightful and helpful in laying out the various insulation and installation options. In the end we requested, the removal of insulation, new insulation installed, boarded loft space and a larger loft hatch. He arrived on time, installed in his said time estimate and left each of the two days he was here with an immaculate home. There was no mess, whatsoever. He prepped beforehand each day laying down protective materials on carpets etc. Would recommend and use again.

Ben Bush

20/12/2024

Great work

Tom and his team did an excellent job replacing old loft insulation with new. They were friendly, efficient and professional.

Susan Bushell

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Our promise to you

Specialist advice tailored to your needs with no upsell
All old materials removed and disposed of correctly
Projects completed within 21 days of your enquiry
Free EPC survey included in all insulation projects

"We don't cut corners. We don't upsell. We just do lofts and we do them right. Quickly, professionally and to the highest standards."

Tom Elkins - Owner

Boarding your loft in 4 steps

Our tried-and-tested process takes mess, stress and uncertainty out of the equation.

1. Home survey

To give you an accurate quote, we'll measure up your loft and take pictures for our records on a free home visit. Pick a time that suits you and feel free to ask any questions you have.

2. Preparing your loft

Our team will prepare your loft for new boarding. This includes removing old boards, cleaning the space and even removing old insulation or other debris. We can provide loft insulation and boarding if necessary.

3. New loft boarding

Sit back as we transform your loft into a tidy, functional space that's safe to access. We'll use specialist 18mm tongue-and-groove loft panels with joists or raised legs to provide adequate support and prevent sagging.

4. Customer pack

When boarding is complete, you'll get everything you need in a detailed customer pack. It includes a project breakdown, photos of our work and your final invoice. You'll also get an EPC survey if you've opted for loft insulation and boarding.

Raised loft boarding explained

Laying boards straight onto the joists squashes your insulation. Raised boarding keeps it at full depth.

Ceiling joists in most homes are only around 100mm deep, while the recommended depth for mineral wool loft insulation is 270mm or more. Raised boarding lifts the boarded floor above the insulation, so it keeps working while you use the space for storage.

Our guide on boarding a loft after insulating it explains how it works, and how much loft insulation you need covers the recommended depths.

What's included

A tidy, practical storage floor, planned around how you want to use your loft.

We survey the loft first, check the existing insulation and agree the boarded area with you. If the insulation needs topping up or replacing, we can do that before the boards go down through our loft insulation service. Once the boarding is fitted, we leave the loft clean and provide a customer pack with photos of the finished work.

Getting ready for your installation? Read how to prepare your loft before boarding.

Ladders, hatches and lighting

Boarding works best when the loft is safe and easy to get into.

We can fit a loft ladder, enlarge or replace the hatch where needed and add loft lighting, so the space is easy to reach and use. A new hatch should be insulated and draught sealed too, as explained in our guide to loft hatch insulation.

We board lofts across Hampshire and the surrounding counties, including Southampton, Winchester, Romsey and the New Forest.

Why choose us?

Loft experts

We know exactly how to board lofts securely without impacting insulation.

3-week lead time

Get your loft prepped and boarded within 21 days of your initial enquiry.

Tried and trusted

Constructionline Gold accredited and fully insured with 10 years of experience.

Areas we cover for loft boarding

We are based in Andover and complete loft boarding projects across the whole of Hampshire and the neighbouring counties.

Around Southampton we regularly board lofts in Totton, Marchwood, Hedge End, Hamble-le-Rice, Chandler's Ford, Eastleigh and Fair Oak. Across the New Forest we cover Brockenhurst, Lyndhurst, Ashurst, Fordingbridge and Ringwood.

We also work throughout Romsey, Winchester, Alresford, Andover and Tadley, with wider Hampshire coverage including Portsmouth, Basingstoke, Fareham, Gosport, Petersfield, Waterlooville, Farnborough and Aldershot.

Outside Hampshire we cover Dorset including Bournemouth, Poole, Dorchester and Wimborne, Wiltshire including Salisbury, Chippenham and Trowbridge, Somerset including Yeovil, Bath and Frome, and Berkshire including Reading, Wokingham, Newbury and Bracknell.

If you are unsure whether we cover your location, simply get in touch and we will be happy to confirm.

Loft boarding installation FAQs

How much does loft boarding cost?

Prices start from £55 per m². The cost of loft boarding mainly depends on the size of your loft, as this determines how long it will take and how many boards and other materials are required. Other factors include the removal of existing boards or insulation, and whether you need new insulation as part of the job. Don't worry - we'll explain all of this in a detailed quote after visiting your home.

How long will it take to board my loft?

As a local company in Hampshire, we can provide a prompt response to your enquiry and get the ball rolling right away. Under normal circumstances, your loft will be boarded within 3 weeks of you getting in touch.

Will loft boarding squash my insulation?

Not with raised boarding. The boards are lifted above the insulation so it stays at full depth. Laying boards straight onto the joists usually compresses it, which reduces how well it works. Our guide on boarding a loft after insulating it explains more.

Can you do insulation too?

Absolutely. It's quicker, easier and cheaper overall if you get your insulation replaced during the boarding process - compared to getting the two jobs done separately. We use 300mm mineral wool for the best results. Let us know if this is something you're interested in, and we can provide a no-obligation quote.

Do you install loft boarding near me?

Loft Insulation Experts covers the entire Hampshire region, from our offices in Andover down to Southampton and Portsmouth. Our team installs loft boarding for homeowners across the county. We also work with businesses like estate agents, property developers and care homes.

Can you fit lighting and a loft ladder at the same time?

Yes. We can add loft lighting and a loft ladder alongside your boarding, and resize or replace the hatch if needed. Just mention it when you book your survey.

Contact us for advice

Not sure where to start? Contact us today for free advice or to request a no-obligation quote.

Call us

01264 554551

Send us an email

info@loft-insulationexperts.co.uk