Loft Boarding · Preston
A growing family had run out of storage downstairs and wanted the loft back — but not at the cost of the insulation underneath it, and not as an awkward, unstable surface to walk on.
Our company is a top-rated service provider
40 Checkatrade reviews in the last 12 months £5 million public liability 10-year workmanship guarantee, 25 years insurance-backed on damp proofing and cavity wall insulation
Verified reviews
“We were in the middle of selling our house when the buyer's mortgage was declined due to spray foam insulation in the loft. From the first call the team were knowledgeable, honest and reassuring. The spray foam was removed professionally, the loft was left tidy, and most importantly we received full certification.”
Verified customer 10/10Spray foam removal · BL3
“The team arrived and got straight on with the work, removing the old insulation and then straight on with installing the new. They were polite and answered questions we had, and when they had finished they cleaned up and asked us to have a look to see everything was alright. Very impressed.”
Carol O 10/10Loft insulation · PO12
“Great — quickly installed, friendly and super tidy.”
Ryan F 10/10Loft insulation · WF3
“We contacted EcoTrust after spray foam insulation in the loft caused problems with our house sale following the mortgage survey. They explained clearly why the foam was an issue and set out exactly what needed to be done. After completion we received the necessary paperwork, which was accepted by the surveyor, allowing the sale to move forward.”
Verified customer 10/10Spray foam removal · M2
“The 2-man team arrived just after 8am and immediately covered the stair and landing carpet prior to starting. They explained exactly what they were going to do, hoovered the roof space following removal of the 2 layers of old insulation, then fitted the new wool insulation and hoovered all my carpets. Friendly, polite and professional.”
Verified customer 10/10Loft insulation · CW11
“Really excellent job done. EcoTrust sorted out our damp porch area using damp course injections, salt neutralising treatment, a membrane as well as repointing and installing an air brick. It was plastered, left neat and tidy and ready for decorating. Liam's communication and advice was excellent throughout.”
Jess G 10/10Damp proofing · CW9
“From initial contact they were highly professional and very thorough with their initial assessment. Very professional and easy to have around the home. Communication was excellent and they even phoned if they were going to be a little late. Kept us informed at all stages and invited us up into the loft to check on progress.”
Verified customer 10/10Spray foam removal · BL5
“I would highly recommend EcoTrust. From start to finish they have been extremely professional. Booking in a survey was easy. Liam turned up on time, was very pleasant and informative, and gave me an instant quote which was very competitive. On the day the lads turned up on time, put down dust sheets and got on with the job in hand.”
Nigel B 10/10Loft insulation · BB10
“We had ongoing damp issues throughout the downstairs of our home. Ben and Lee were excellent from start to finish. They carried out repointing works externally to resolve the source of water ingress, then completed a full damp proof course and installed a damp proof membrane internally. Everything was explained clearly from the outset.”
Verified customer 9.33/10Damp proofing · M28
“No crappy selling technique, just the facts. Very understanding and helpful. They have done a great job at removing the spray foam and cleaning up after themselves as well. They hoovered everything — I think the loft is cleaner now than when they started.”
Verified customer 10/10Spray foam removal · CW10
“I used EcoTrust to insulate and board my loft. The two installers who carried out the work were wonderful — really considerate, helpful in their advice, and they cleaned up after themselves and worked really hard throughout. I would have no hesitation in recommending the firm to anyone.”
Verified customer 10/10Insulation & boarding · S36
“After recently having loft insulation replaced, EcoTrust came back to fix a hole in the ceiling and replaster. Ben and Lee were beyond any expectations we could have asked for. Being conscious of mess due to dogs in our home, they went above and beyond — there literally wasn't any. Would certainly use again.”
Simon R 10/10Ceiling repair · SY10
“Very professional. Team worked well clearing and cleaning the loft space prior to installing new insulation. They were polite and respectful and kept me fully informed throughout.”
Deborah T 10/10Loft insulation · WR3
“Polite and conscientious team. They worked hard and answered any questions we had. They took photos of the loft after they'd cleared it of boarding. After they'd put the insulation down they encouraged us to have a look. They vacuumed the carpet afterwards although they had put a polythene covering down to protect it.”
Valerie K 10/10Loft insulation · LS24
“Very happy with the work completed removing some stubborn spray foam insulation from our loft. Hard working guys, very polite and friendly. Always kept us updated on progress and timescales. A great job and would highly recommend.”
Verified customer 10/10Spray foam removal · DN14
“From when we had the survey to when the job was finished I can't fault anything. Everyone was friendly, professional and respectful to us and our property.”
Valerie W 10/10Loft insulation · WS2
“My loft space was partially boarded and the works had left it full of dislodged old insulation and debris. I got a call immediately after requesting a quote and a visit the same week. Two men arrived and got straight to work, hardly stopping for a drink. I'm amazed they managed to keep my house so clean when they were filthy.”
Verified customer 10/10Loft clearance · WN7
“Really impressed with the whole service. We had damp showing through the living-room wall and EcoTrust came out the next day. The explanation was clear and honest, and the team carried out the treatment quickly with no mess left behind. The wall has dried out perfectly and there's been no sign of damp returning.”
Verified customer 10/10Damp proofing · BH6
Evidence-led work
Spray Foam Removal · SheffieldSpray Foam Removal in Sheffield: 50m² Loft Restored50m² · Five working days
Loft Insulation · ManchesterLoft Insulation in Manchester: 100m² Reinsulated to 300mm100m² · Two days
Loft Boarding · PrestonLoft Boarding in Preston: 74m² of Storage Without Crushing the Insulation74m² · Three days
Damp Proofing · ManchesterDamp Proofing in Manchester: Entrance Hall Taken Back and Replastered
Spray Foam Removal · BournemouthSpray Foam Removal in Bournemouth: Roof Reopened and Reinsulated
Loft Insulation · LeedsLoft Insulation in Leeds: Old Insulation Out, 300mm In, 15m² Boarded
Loft Boarding · NottinghamLoft Insulation and Boarding in Nottingham: Raised Deck Over New Wool
Spray Foam Removal · BurnleySpray Foam Removal in Burnley, Lancashire56m² · Two days
Loft Boarding · County DurhamLoft Boarding and Insulation in County Durham270mm wool · One day
Loft Insulation · Leeds300mm Loft Insulation in Leeds, West Yorkshire35m² · One dayKey takeaways
A growing family in Preston was running out of storage space downstairs and wanted to use the loft safely. They did not want boarding that would flatten the insulation or create an awkward, unstable area to walk on.
The goal: safe loft storage without crushing the insulation beneath the boards.
The 74m² loft had no usable boarded platform and needed a raised structure above the insulation zone. Boarding directly onto the joists would have compressed the 270mm mineral wool and reduced its thermal performance.
That is the part most people do not see coming. A direct-to-joist board squeezes the insulation and creates cold spots in the rooms below — so the family would have gained storage and quietly lost some of what the insulation was doing.
We installed a Loft Leg raised system, retained the 270mm mineral wool beneath the platform and fitted 18mm storage boarding over three days. Raising the deck above the insulation keeps it uncompressed while still giving a stable walking and storage surface.
A usable loft storage area with no reduction in insulation depth below the boards. The finished raised system was supplied with a 10-year workmanship guarantee.
What we do
Experienced, professional installers on every job. The surveyor who quotes it sets out the work, and we manage it from start to finish.
The most common reason people call us: a mortgage lender or surveyor has flagged spray foam in the loft and the sale has stalled.
Old, flattened insulation taken out, the loft space cleaned, and new wool laid to depth. Boarded storage raised above it if you want the space back.
Rising and penetrating damp traced back to what is actually causing it — then fixed outside as well as in, so it does not come back.
Raised on legs so the deck sits above the insulation instead of crushing it. Storage you can use without a colder bedroom underneath.
We are in lofts every day, so we see the roof from underneath before anyone goes up top — which is usually where the real fault shows.
Not sure what you need?
Most people ring us describing a symptom, not a service. Pick the one that sounds like your house.
We survey free, price it in writing, and hand over the certification your surveyor or lender is asking for.
