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The guys did a great job of insulting the attic of our recording studio. They adapted around some tricky issues that arose and made sure we were consulted every step of the way. Highly recommend
Recording Studio Roof Insulaiton, Edinburgh
5* Google Review, June 2026
John and the Team at Insulation Scotland (Edinburgh) Limited were fantastic.
Thorough but quick survey and consultation followed by a quotation that arrived when promised and at a competitive price. We chose them because of John's friendly demeanor.
A team of 3 blitzed a reasonably big job in less than a day. Some of the walls in attic got their first insulation (you can see in the before and after images) and the flooring was re-laid and added to in some places, and completely replaced in others.
All waste was bagged up and taken away. Everything was wiped down, hoovered and generally spick and span.
We couldn't be happier, and would confidently recommend John and his team.
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5* Google Review, May 2026
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Roof Insulation Edinburgh
Roof insulation is a protective blanket over your house or building. It is fixed between the roof deck and the roof’s surface and is used to reduce the heat transfer from the interior to the exterior. During warm climates, a combination of roof technology such as room membranes and sarking boards can be used along with the insulation to reduce the energy bills that arise when you try to moderate the building’s temperature.
Roof Insulation is of two types – It can either be cold insulation or warm insulation.
In warm insulation, the insulating material is placed directly under the roof. It is done to reduce the loss of heat, to prevent your home from being excessively cold in the winter or hot in the summer.
Examples of warm roof insulation materials are foil insulation, wool insulation slabs and insulation boards.
Cold insulation is comparatively inexpensive and has its downsides. It is usually placed on the ceiling of the top floor.
Examples of cold roof insulation materials are mineral wool insulation and sheeps wool insulation installed on the floor of your loft and roof eaves to trap the heat underneath.
How does it work?
Roof insulation is a barrier of different materials in your roof space. It slows down the heat transfer between the place you live in and the outside environment, creating a cooler home in summer and a warmer one in winter. Insulating between the joists helps keep the warmth in your rooms below while the loft remains cold, whereas insulating the rafters keeps both the rooms and loft warm.
The insulating materials used are bad conductors of heat and hence reduces the loss of heat by conduction. The material also does not allow the air to circulate in the cavity and therefore reduce the heat loss by convection.
Types of Roof Insulation
There are several types of roof insulation, and the most suitable option depends on whether you are insulating a loft at ceiling level or insulating the roof itself.
Mineral Wool insulation
Glass wool and rock wool are among the most common choices for lofts. Rolls or slabs can be installed between and over the ceiling joists. It is relatively affordable, provides good thermal and acoustic insulation, and has excellent fire resistance.
Roof Insulation Slabs
Roof insulation slabs are rigid or semi-rigid insulation boards designed to reduce heat loss through pitched or flat roofs. They are particularly useful where a roof needs a high level of thermal insulation without taking up as much space as traditional quilt insulation.
PIR rigid board insulation
PIR boards offer high thermal performance for their thickness. They are commonly used between and underneath rafters where space is limited. They can also be used in warm-roof constructions.
Multi Foil Insulation
Multifoil products consist of several reflective layers and are particularly useful where roof space is restricted. Their performance depends heavily on the specified product and installation details, including the required air gaps.
Benefits of Roof Insulation
Roof insulation might be one of the best decisions you make for your home and yourself. There are a lot of benefits that you can gain through the insulation of your roof, some of them being.
Energy & cost efficiency – Up to 45 percent of the heat loss of a building is through its roof. The installation of efficient insulation helps to provide both money and energy.
It provides an extra layer of protection – It can prevent any potential damages that can arise due to ice dams and moisture, and increase the life of your roofing.
It reduces carbon footprint – according to studies conducted by various institutions, efficient roof insulation helps to reduce CO2 emissions and help fight air pollution.
It prevents mould growths – Insulation is the best measure to prevent the forming of moulds. It helps to manage the moisture content and temperature of your home, two factors that affect the mould growth.
Opting for roof insulation may feel expensive at the beginning, but in some time you will be saving more than you imagined.
Roof Insulation Cost Edinburgh
Insulating the roof is one of the smartest investments you can make. As heat rises at your place, at least 25 percent of the heat is lost through an uninsulated roof. Taking the high energy costs and grants into consideration, the investment can be earned back pretty fast. The cost to install roof insulation varies depending on the materials used and the square meterage, costs for insulation do tend to vary depending on product, we will explain this in more detail in person. If you would like to know a specific cost for insulating your roof, then it’s best to get in touch and arrange a free home survey.
Roof Insulation Installers Edinburgh
There are a number of roof insulating contractors and companies spread across Scotland. Insulation Scotland Ltd only partners with the best installers, who have showcased strong customer service and have the customer reviews and accreditations to back that up.
We manage most roof insulation installations ourselves, with partner installers who can also cover the services and areas we don’t offer yet.
Room in Roof Insulation Edinburgh
Room in roof insulation is generally the process of insulation boards being installed between your roofs rafters to seal the roof and walls tight and retain more heat inside the home.
The term room in roof insulation is used for homes with a loft that is used as a living space or room. If you do not use your loft as a living space you would be better off installing standard loft insulation.
Generally it is best to install mineral wool, foil insulation or rigid insulation boards for room in roof insulation.
We always install sustainable insulation for maximum performance reducing heat loss by up to 25%.
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Get a Roof Insulation Quote
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Other Insulation Services We Offer
Insulation Scotland offer every single type of sustainable insulation product available in the UK marketplace, we can install PIR insulation boards for room in roof insulation as well as mineral wool, earthwool, sheep’s wool and recycled plastic eco friendly material for loft and underfloor insulation.
Underfloor Insulation
Read more on our underfloor insulation solutions.
Loft Insulation
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