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Room-in-Roof Insulation

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What Is Room-in-Roof Insulation?

Room-in-roof insulation is designed for homes where the loft has been converted into a living space, or where there are sloping ceilings and walls directly under the roof. Instead of insulating only the loft floor, insulation is added to the sloping parts of the roof, vertical walls, dormers and other exposed areas so the room can keep hold of heat more effectively.

This can help make the space warmer in winter, more comfortable to use throughout the year and less likely to overheat in hotter weather. The Energy Saving Trust estimates an uninsulated home can lose around 25% of its heat through the roof, so improving insulation in these areas can make a noticeable difference to comfort and energy efficiency.

What to expect

Before any work starts, a survey should check the room layout, roof condition and how ventilation and moisture will be managed. Insulation is usually fitted between and over the rafters in sloping ceilings, with other areas such as vertical walls, dormers and flat ceilings insulated where needed. Because this is often installed from inside the room, some plasterboard or finishes may need to be removed and replaced, and the room may need redecorating afterwards.

During the work, there may be some temporary disruption from access equipment, dust, noise and having installers working in the loft room or upper floor areas. Good ventilation is an important part of the design, helping to reduce condensation risk and protect the roof structure over time.

All materials used meet the latest UK fire safety and building regulation standards.

Benefits of having internal wall insulation

  • Helps reduce heat loss through the roof – Room-in-roof insulation helps keep warmth inside your home by insulating the sloping ceilings and other exposed parts of the room.
  • Can make loft rooms feel warmer and more comfortable – It can help reduce cold surfaces and make converted loft spaces feel more comfortable to live in during colder weather.
  • Helps keep the room more comfortable all year round – As well as helping retain warmth in winter, it can also help rooms from getting too hot in summer.
  • Can improve the performance of the whole space – Insulating sloping ceilings, vertical walls, dormers and flat ceiling areas together helps the room perform better as a complete living space.
  • May help reduce condensation risk when installed correctly – A proper design will consider ventilation and moisture control to help protect the roof structure and reduce the risk of damp problems.
  • Helps reduce energy use and carbon emissions – When less heat escapes through the roof, less energy is needed to keep your home warm.

Average Energy Savings

Energy Bill Savings (£/year)

Here's how much a typical installation could cost you, how much you could save on your energy bill (£/year) as well as how many kilograms of CO2e emissions you could save each year with by insulating an uninsulated loft with 270mm of loft insulation:

CO₂ Savings (kgCO₂/year)

Here's how much a typical installation could cost you, how much you could save on your energy bill (£/year) as well as how many kilograms of CO2e emissions you could save each year with by insulating an uninsulated loft with 270mm of loft insulation:

Estimates based insulating a gas-heated home with a totally uninsulated loft (0mm) with 270mm of loft insulation. The recommended depth of mineral wool insulation is 270mm, but other materials need different depths. The average professional installation cost is unsubsidised, but prices will vary. Figures are based on fuel prices as of July 2025.

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All measures are installed to the highest quality and UK Government standards.

They are installed to meet current Building Regulations for England & Wales

An independent guarantee is provided for peace of mind, for a period of up to 25 years, and is transferable with a change of ownership of the property

Sustainable Building Services (UK) Ltd is a member of Consumer Code of Conduct bodies for energy efficiency and renewable energy products: Home Insulation & Energy Systems Contractors Scheme (HEIS) and Consumer Protection Association (CPA).

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