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Loft insulation in Kensington and Chelsea: warmer, explained plainly

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What it means for the lofts here

With 83% of homes being flats, the roof space in Kensington and Chelsea is often shared or belongs to a freeholder. House owners (17% of households) can arrange insulation directly.

Private renting is common in Kensington and Chelsea (40% of households). Landlords are responsible for the building, and a warm, well-ventilated loft is one of the simpler improvements to a rented home.

What kind of homes Kensington and Chelsea has

In 2021 the Census counted about 134,000 households across the borough of Kensington and Chelsea. Around 83% of households here live in flats or maisonettes, and 17% in houses or bungalows. Ownership is at 33%, including 20% who own outright; 40% of households rent privately and 28% rent socially. Homes with three or more bedrooms account for about 32%.

How to get started

As well as Kensington and Chelsea, we cover Hammersmith and Fulham, Westminster, Wandsworth, Camden and Lambeth and everywhere in between.

If you’re interested in sheep’s wool or recycled insulation, say so on the form and we’ll include it in the quote alongside mineral wool.

Source: Census 2021, Office for National Statistics, whole borough. Rounded percentages.

What happens next

  1. Tell us about your home

    Your postcode and a few details. Free, with no obligation.

  2. We explain the options

    Including natural and recycled materials, in plain words.

  3. A written quote

    The work, the material and the price, before anything is agreed.

  4. Your decision

    Go ahead only if you’re happy.

Questions about loft insulation in Kensington and Chelsea

Are most homes in Kensington and Chelsea flats?

83% of households lived in a flat or maisonette at the 2021 Census, and 17% in a house or bungalow.

Do you quote for landlords in Kensington and Chelsea?

Yes, in the same way as for homeowners.

Is natural insulation more expensive?

Usually, yes. Sheep’s wool and recycled polyester cost more than mineral wool; we can quote for both.

Do I need to clear the loft first?

The floor needs to be clear. If that’s a big job, tell us and we can include it.

I’m in a village outside Kensington and Chelsea. Can I still ask?

Of course. Villages and nearby towns such as Hammersmith and Fulham, Westminster, Wandsworth, Camden and Lambeth are all covered.

Can I insulate the loft above my top-floor flat?

Usually only with the freeholder’s or managing agent’s agreement. Check your lease, then let us know when you get in touch.

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