Loft boarding in Biggin Hill

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Biggin Hill has a TN16 postcode but sits in the London Borough of Bromley. We board lofts and fit raised storage, loft ladders and hatches for homes in Biggin Hill and nearby villages. Call us for a free survey and quote.

Keeping the heat in

Biggin Hill is on high ground, and a well insulated loft helps keep a home warm. The Energy Saving Trust recommends a minimum of 270mm of loft insulation, and advises not to squash mineral wool, as that reduces how well it insulates. It also advises leaving a small ventilation gap between the insulation and the boards to help prevent condensation. If you want loft storage as well, the two need to work together. Boarding laid straight onto joists over deep insulation would squash it, so we use raised loft boarding to keep it at full depth.

Condensation and ventilation

A colder, better insulated loft can be more prone to condensation if moist air gets in and ventilation is poor. Steps that help include:

An insulated, draught-sealed hatch to cut warm, moist air getting into the loft
Keeping eaves ventilation clear when boarding and insulating
Leaving an air gap between the insulation and the boards
Making sure bathroom and kitchen extractor fans vent outside, not into the loft

If we see signs of condensation, damp or roof leaks at the survey, we point them out before any boarding goes down.

Water tanks and pipes

Many lofts still have cold water tanks and pipework. These need walkways for access and should be insulated where they sit above the loft insulation, so they are protected from frost. We plan boarding to keep tanks and stopcocks reachable.

Access

A fitted loft ladder makes the loft safer to use than a stepladder, particularly when carrying boxes.

Listed homes

If your home is listed, check with Bromley Council before any work, as listed building consent can apply to internal changes as well as external ones.

Our services in Biggin Hill

Nearby areas

West Wickham | Hayes, Bromley | Orpington | Bromley

Questions from Biggin Hill homeowners

Is Biggin Hill covered by Bromley Council?

Yes. Biggin Hill has a TN16 postcode but is in the London Borough of Bromley.

Can boarding cause condensation in my loft?

Boarding itself does not, but poor ventilation can. We keep eaves vents clear and leave an air gap above the insulation.

Do you cover Cudham and Downe?

Yes. We cover Biggin Hill and nearby villages, including Cudham and Downe.

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