Loft insulation removal and repairs in Tadworth and Epsom Downs

Loft problems we see in Tadworth and Epsom Downs

With 38% of homes detached, eaves on every side need to stay clear so the roof can breathe.

28% of the housing in Tadworth and Epsom Downs is semi-detached. When we open those hatches we often find cables buried under old insulation and eaves packed tight.

Before you book, have a look for black spots on the rafters or felt, grey, dusty insulation that has lost its spring or insulation that sits level with or below the tops of the joists. If you’d rather not go up, we’ll look for you.

Next step

If you’re in Tadworth and Epsom Downs or close by, in Epsom, Ewell, Ashtead, Leatherhead and Sutton for instance, we can come out.

If the problem is a roof leak, we’ll tell you plainly so you can get it fixed before we insulate.

Homes in Tadworth and Epsom Downs: the figures

Tadworth and Epsom Downs had about 11,100 households at the 2021 Census. The biggest share of homes are detached houses and bungalows, 38%, followed by semi-detached houses at 28%. Flats and maisonettes are 19% and terraced houses 15%. Tenure: 80% owner-occupied (39% with no mortgage), 9% private rent, 12% social rent. Three bedrooms or more: about 72% of homes (36% have four or more).

Figures: Office for National Statistics, Census 2021, Tadworth and Epsom Downs built-up area, bedrooms approximate. Percentages rounded.