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Loft Boarding for
New Builds.

We can help you transform your loft into a massive storage area so you can store away your belongings safely and de-clutter your home without voiding your new build warranty.

A typical New Build Loft Boarding Package

Most people that have a New Build Loft Boarding Package choose to have the following:

Specialist Raised Loft
Boarding System

A 3 Section Aluminium
Loft Ladder

A Single Pendant
Light & switch

Additional Truss
Shelving Storage

Have you been told that having loft boarding for new builds can’t be done without voiding your new build warranty?

That’s a scary thought after making such an investment in your new home. You really want that extra storage space in your loft but voiding your warranty by squashing or removing the insulation or getting a bad job done certainly isn’t an option!

 

We install the ONLY Loft Boarding for New Builds that is BBA certified & WON’T VOID your New Build Warranty.

loft boarded attic with wooden ladder

Commonly Asked Questions for
Loft Boarding for New Builds

With the correct products and installation, we can transform your loft storage without voiding your new build warranty.

Can you board a loft in New Build Houses?

Yes! Instaloft can board your loft without risking your New Build Warranty. In fact, our patented system is the ONLY officially approved method to board a new build loft over high insulation. The award winning system has been developed by Loftzone to raise the floor safely ABOVE the insulation without the need to squash or remove it. It has been vigorously tested and approved by the BBA and is the only system in the UK to have not only passed but exceeded the requirements for loft boarding. Find out more below and view many examples from our recent loft boarding installs, which have been fitted for our customers across The Midlands, Staffordshire and Shropshire.

What’s wrong with cheaper standard loft flooring for New Build homes?

Standard Loft Boarding is where the loft boards are fitted directly onto the loft joists or onto a timber subframe. It is effectively a DIY method of boarding a loft and isn’t suitable for an insulated loft at all let alone a new build loft. Using a timber subframe to “raise” the floor is generally insufficient in height to avoid squashing the insulation and adds a lot of additional weight that the structure was never designed for. It can also lead to damp and condensation. Standard Loft Boarding has not been recommended for lofts since 2013. Even prior to then it was becoming frowned upon.

Why is Airflow important in a loft?

With the higher levels of insulation in modern homes we retain more heat in the rooms below. This in turn reduces the temperature in the loft space.

Modern equipment such as tumble dryers, washing machines and showers increase the amount of water vapour in the air too so most of us now live in fairly humid environments. The increased humidity slowly makes it was into the roof space resulting in a cold space with a high degree of water vapour present. This means maintaining air flow is more important than ever.

Boarding directly onto the joists or onto a timber subframe means that air doesn’t cool fully before it hits the timbers and boarding. These then act as thermal bridges which gather interstitial condensation and damp. Over time they will start to rot and become unsafe. It can also effect the structural timbers as well. It is therefore recommended that there should be an airflow gap between the boards and insulation of at least 50mm, something that cannot be easily achieved with standard loft boarding.

Why should I choose Instaloft as my New Build Loft Flooring Installers?

We are really proud to have become the leading Loftzone authorised installer in the UK. We fit premium loft boarding to New Build Homes across the Midlands, having transformed hundreds of unusable lofts into safe and usable storage spaces. For your peace of mind we are fully insured and offer a 10 Year Guarantee on all workmanship. We are also Trustmark and Fairtrades Accredited.

Get in touch to see how our loft boarding can transform your New Build loft.

No loft is too complicated for Instaloft

In many new build homes, we often see a complex arrangement of roof support beams which would faze or even seem unworkable for some boarders but not for Instaloft! The adjustable support beams on the sub frame allow us to work with even most uneven of joists and beams.

 

The photo examples here show the high level of craftsmanship put forward by our skilled installers on even the most complicated loft spaces to get the maximum storage space possible for our customers. As the leading Loftzone Installer in the UK we ensure all parts of our installations are strong and safe. From the loft flooring to the loft ladders, loft lighting and truss shelving, we leave nothing at all to chance!

loft boarding with diagonal supports and shelving
holding up a red house paper cut out with a thumbs up

How to Maximise Space in a Small New Build Loft

Some New Build loft spaces don’t have the biggest square footage with support beams limiting the usable space even more, however this doesn’t mean your loft space is unusable. Truss shelving is a great way to maximise storage space, utilising previously redundant space while also creating easy-to access storage points. The truss shelving installed by Instaloft are extremely strong and will support nearly anything you wish to store, including suitcases and much more.

 

As the leading Loftzone Installer in the UK we ensure all parts of our installations are strong and safe. From the loft flooring to the loft ladders, loft lighting and truss shelving, we leave nothing at all to chance!

Check out our packages and
Book a Quotation today!

Browse our different raised loft boarding options, or give our team a call to discuss your needs in detail and we’ll help to build a package perfect for your loft. We’re always happy to help!

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Boarded Edging

As standard with installs

You can opt for a super slick finish to your new loft boarding with our custom boarded edging fixtures to seamlessly hide away the visible insulation in your loft.

Removal & Disposal of Loft Boarding

£14.99 per M2

We will remove your existing boarding and place it in a location convenient for you. Please let our fitters know where you would prefer the old boarding to be placed.

Loft Hatch Enlargement

Starting from £180

We will enlarge your existing loft opening and install a new energy efficient white UPVc hinged down loft hatch that meets all current building regulations and Part L requirements.

Hatch Enlargement Truss Roof Enlargement

Starting from £120

We will enlarge your existing loft opening and install a new energy efficient white UPVc hinged down loft hatch that meets all current building regulations and Part L requirements.

New Hatch in New Room

Starting from £230

New loft hatch built into a different room in the house.

Custom Built
Loft Hatch

Starting from £180

A custom loft entrance for you including architraving & a hinged door.

Custom Built Hinged Loft Door

Starting from £120

We will build a custom door to fit your existing loft entrance.

270mm Earthwool Insulation

£15.99 per M2

We will install m2 of 270mm thick Earthwool insulation to bring your current insulation level up the recommended standards.

170mm Earthwool Insulation

£10.99 per M2

We will install X m2 of 170mm thick Earthwool loft insulation to bring your current insulation level up the recommended standards.

100mm Earthwool Insulation

£8.99 per M2

We will install X m2 of 100mm thick Earthwool loft insulation to bring your current insulation level up the recommended standards.

Removal of Existing Boarding

£10.99 per M2

We will remove your existing boarding and place it in a location convenient for you. Please let our fitters know where you would prefer the old boarding to be placed.

Single Mains Light & Switch

Starting from £140

Our fully qualified electrician will install a single bayonet light fitting and bulb with a switch located next to the loft entrance so you can turn it on/off easily as you enter or leave.

Wire & Cable Removal

Starting from £60

Do you need regular access to the wiring and cabling in your loft? We can make bespoke hinged board panels with handles to enable easy access underneath the loft boards.

LED Light & Switch

Starting from £160

Our fully qualified electrician will install a LED tube light fitting with a switch located next to the loft entrance so you can turn it on/ off easily as you enter or leave the loft.

Additional Single Light

Starting from £50

We will install an additional single bayonet light fitting and bulb into your loft, within the most appropriate area available.

Additional Tube Light & Switch

Starting from £60

Our fully qualified electrician will install an additional fluorescent tube light into your loft for extra lighting.

Timber Loft Balustrade

Starting from £150

Timber Loft Ladder Balustrades look great and help to prevent accidents by surrounding the loft entrance.

Steel Loft Balustrade

Starting from £150

Our Steel Loft Ladder Balustrade is very firm and rigid and provides a safe sturdy surround to your loft.

Steel Grab Rails

Starting from £89.99

A Grab rail is a great alternative to the balustrade and provides a strong rail to help pull yourself into the loft.

Breathable Loft Lining

£6.99 per M2

We’ll install X m2 of loft lining to the rafters in your loft. Vapour permeable breathable membrane allows your roof to breathe, meaning you won’t need traditional ventilation.

Thermal Foil Loft Lining

£13 per M2

Thermal foil insulation was essentially designed to keep your house warmer during the winter but its string heat reflective qualities means that it will also keep your loft cool in the summer.

 

Like our other lining options, the thermal foil Loft Lining will also help protect your belongings and loft flooring from unsightly and dirty roof debris.

Loft Linning Trim

As standard with installs

Now included as standard on all of our installations, we can line the boarding area of the entrance with breathable membrane fixtures to discreetly hide away the visible insulation in your loft.

Truss Shelving Installation

Starting from £54.99

If you have a small loft space or simply need extra storage, we can install specialist truss shelving to provide you with even more storage space in the seemingly wasted nooks of your loft. 

Loft Hatch Replacement

Starting from £99

We will replace your existing standard sized loft hatch with a new energy efficient white UPVc hinged down loft hatch that meets all current building regulations and Part L requirements.

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