Cost of Renewing Loft Insulation.

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Not sure if this is the correct forum but:-

As I am no longer able to get up into our loft due to back problems plus I have been told that there are signs of damp and the insulation is very old, house being some 20 years old I have today received a quote for new Loft Insulation as follows:

Loft Floor Measurement = 35 sq mtrs. Propert Semi Detached.
Remove and dispose of existing 300mm deep fibre glass.
Give a full mould treatment.
Install 'knauf' earth wool 44.
Ensure vents are clear and insulate areas that were previosly empty.
Re-install boarded area approx 3 sq mtrs on risers.
Company has a Trust Pilot review of 4.6.

Price quoted is £3300.00 is this a reasonable price for the work?
Thanks for any replies.
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RP wrote: Wed Nov 20, 2024 3:50 pmis this a reasonable price for the work?
Get another quote and compare, then you will know. But do get like for like, not like with similar. Anything else is just a guess.
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To me, it sounds expensive. I would get two more quotes. Search Yell.com for insulation firms in your area. Read reviews and the websites linked. You will soon see a pattern of the chancers and established tradesmen.

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Post by Bob225 »

Seem steep to me 6-7 rolls @ £30 each = £200 ish - flooring being generous £300, £60 for mold treatment

the rest is labour and removal
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Thanks for replies, will be looking for alternative quotes definitely seems to expensive.
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Also ask how long they expect to take

I think that’s well OTT
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Neelix wrote: Fri Nov 22, 2024 8:49 am Also ask how long they expect to take

I think that’s well OTT but if you are in central London …
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