Reduce Business Energy Costs & Improve Working Conditions
Commercial loft and roof-void insulation in Wigan for landlords, tenants and owner-occupiers, with old insulation removed and the specification agreed in writing before we start.
If you are refurbishing, re-roofing or changing how a building is used, that is the best time to bring the roof insulation up to standard, and larger roof works can bring Building Regulations requirements with them.
Significant reduction in heating and cooling costs for Wigan businesses, improving your bottom line and freeing up budget for business growth.
Improved working conditions in Wigan offices lead to higher productivity, reduced sick days, and better employee retention rates.
Help Wigan meet environmental targets and demonstrate corporate responsibility while reducing operational carbon emissions.
Protect your Wigan building investment with improved thermal performance and reduced moisture-related issues.
Ensure your Wigan commercial property meets current building regulations and prepares for future energy efficiency requirements.
Enhanced energy performance ratings improve Wigan property values and make premises more attractive to tenants.
Expert insulation solutions tailored to different commercial property types across Wigan
Large-scale insulation for Wigan storage and distribution facilities. Specialized solutions for high-ceiling environments with temperature-sensitive goods.
Professional insulation for Wigan office complexes and business centers. Optimized for comfort and productivity in workspace environments.
Insulation solutions for Wigan retail spaces focusing on customer comfort and energy efficiency to support business operations.
Heavy-duty insulation for Wigan manufacturing facilities and industrial units with specialized requirements for process temperature control.
Wigan's commercial property includes the retail and leisure around Robin Park, the town centre, and industrial estates close to the M6 and the M58. No two of those buildings are the same, which is why every quote starts with a survey of the roof space.
In shops and retail units, the void above the shop ceiling is where the heat goes. We work before opening, after closing or on quieter days, and leave the shop floor clear and clean.
Every job starts with a survey of the roof space, followed by a written quote per square metre that sets out what comes out, what goes in and to what depth. We plan the work around your opening hours and shift patterns, and on bigger buildings we work zone by zone so the business keeps running.
Shops and retail units around Robin Park, the town centre and the industrial estates near the M6 and M58 range from small high-street premises to large units on retail parks. In most of them, the void above the shop ceiling is where the heat you are paying for ends up.
Retail units are heated through long opening hours, often with doors opening all day, so every bit of heat the building holds on to matters. A poorly insulated ceiling void lets heat rise straight out of the sales floor, and in summer the same void lets heat in, which makes the unit harder to keep comfortable.
Shops need to keep trading, so we work before opening, after closing or on quieter days, protect the sales floor, and leave it clean and ready for customers.
Commercial work is priced per square metre of roof void, typically between £3 and £12 per m². Where a job sits in that range depends on the depth of insulation, how easy the void is to reach and work in, and whether old insulation has to come out first. The examples below are worked out from that range, and the highlighted row is the type of building most typical of Wigan's commercial areas.
| Building | Example roof void area | Typical price |
|---|---|---|
| Shop or retail unit | 120 m² | £360 to £1,440 |
| Top floor of an office building | 400 m² | £1,200 to £4,800 |
| Warehouse office and welfare block | 250 m² | £750 to £3,000 |
| Workshop or industrial unit | 600 m² | £1,800 to £7,200 |
| Larger office building or mill floor | 1,500 m² | £4,500 to £18,000 |
Examples only. Your written price comes after the survey.
The 0% VAT rate on insulation only covers homes and some charity buildings, so work on commercial premises is charged at the standard rate of 20%. If your business is VAT-registered, you can usually reclaim it in the normal way.
We offer 0% finance for qualifying businesses, so the upgrade can be paid for out of the energy savings rather than up front.
A good insulation job depends on what is already in the roof void and what else is up there. On every survey we check the following.
In England and Wales, landlords cannot continue to let most non-domestic property with an EPC rating of F or G unless a valid exemption is registered. Since 1 April 2023 that has applied to existing lettings as well as new ones, and it is enforced by local trading standards. Roof insulation is one of the measures an EPC assessor takes into account.
A commercial building needs an EPC when it is sold or let, and the certificate lasts 10 years. If yours is coming up for renewal, insulating the roof first can help the new rating.
Laying insulation in a roof void does not usually need approval on its own. If the insulation is part of renovating the roof, Part L of the Building Regulations can require the renovated part to meet a minimum standard, and the work may need signing off. In Wigan that goes through Wigan Council building control or a registered building control approver. Our Part L guide explains more.
Insulating inside a roof void rarely needs planning permission, but listed building consent can apply to works inside a listed building. If yours is listed, speak to the conservation officer at Wigan Council before booking.
Ready to reduce your Wigan business energy costs? Tell us about your building and we will explain what the survey involves.
Same-day commercial assessments
Professional energy audit reports
ROI analysis and financial projections
Stakeholder presentation materials
"Loft Restore handled our 20,000 sq ft warehouse insulation perfectly. The team worked around our shift patterns to ensure zero downtime. Heating bills dropped by 35% in the first quarter."
"We needed to upgrade our office insulation to meet new EPC ratings. Professional service from start to finish, and the office temperature is finally stable."
"Excellent ROI on our industrial unit. The installation team was safety-conscious and efficient. Highly recommended for commercial projects."
"Upgrading the insulation in our retail park units has significantly reduced tenant complaints about the cold. A solid investment."
Common questions about upgrading business premises
Yes. Wigan is about 21 miles from our base in Cheshire, and we also cover Skelmersdale, St Helens and Chorley and the rest of Greater Manchester.
Roof spaces and ceiling voids in offices, warehouses, shops and industrial units, including around Robin Park, the town centre and the industrial estates near the M6 and M58.
Not usually for straightforward roof-void insulation. If the insulation is part of renovating the roof, the work may need Building Regulations sign-off through Wigan Council building control or a registered building control approver, and listed buildings can need consent.
We don't lay insulation straight onto suspended ceiling tiles, because it adds weight and gets disturbed every time a tile is lifted. The survey looks at the best place for it instead, and we will tell you whether that is a job we can do.
Insulation makes the void above it colder, so ventilation matters. We keep the eaves and roof vents clear, check for existing damp on the survey and tell you about anything that needs fixing first.
Yes. When the work is finished we provide documentation confirming it meets Part L of the Building Regulations, for your property records, insurance, and any future sale or lease.
Roof insulation is one of the measures an EPC assessor takes into account, though how far it moves the rating depends on the building, its heating and its lighting. Landlords should note that most commercial property cannot be let with an EPC below E unless an exemption applies.
Energy audits are free for commercial properties over 5,000 sq ft. For smaller premises, send photos of the roof void and the rough floor area through the quote form and we will come back with a price.
We specialise in keeping disruption to a minimum. We offer out-of-hours installation in the evenings and at weekends, and can work in phased sections so your business keeps running during the project.
Yes. We offer 0% finance for qualifying businesses, so you can spread the cost and pay for the upgrade from the energy savings.
No. If the building went up before 2000 we ask to see the asbestos register, and if we suspect asbestos or old vermiculite in the roof void, work stops until it has been tested. Any removal is a job for a specialist asbestos contractor.
Yes. Rats and mice are common in warehouses, food premises and older buildings. Once pest control has dealt with them, we strip out the soiled insulation damp, disinfect the void and refit.
We cover the whole of the UK from our base in Cheshire. These are the towns closest to Wigan, and every town below has its own page.
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Commercial areas we cover in Wigan: Robin Park, the town centre and the industrial estates near the M6 and M58. Nearby: Skelmersdale, St Helens, Chorley.