Cables and downlights in an insulated loft
Cables shouldn’t be buried under insulation, and recessed lights need space or covers. Here’s what we do about both.
Cables on top
Cables run warm when they carry current. Buried under deep insulation, they can’t lose that heat. We lift cables so they sit on top of the insulation wherever we can.
Downlights
Recessed spotlights in the ceiling below poke up into the loft. We fit covers over them so the insulation can go around without touching them.
If something looks wrong
If we see damaged or very old wiring, we stop and tell you, and suggest you have an electrician look at it.
Common questions
Can insulation go over cables?
Cables should be lifted to sit on top. We do this as part of the job.
What about my downlights?
We fit covers over them before insulating around them.
Find out what your loft needs, in plain words
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