Insulation in Barrow-in-Furness
£463 to £7,215 installed, and 60% of homes in the council area rated EPC D to G.
What insulation costs in Barrow-in-Furness
Loft only
£463–£1,105
Saves up to £233 a year. Pays back in about 3 years.
Loft + cavity walls (most common)
£1,822–£4,345
Saves up to £478 a year. Pays back in about 6 years.
Full package
£3,026–£7,215
Saves up to £546 a year. Pays back in about 9 years.
Source: Home Energy Quotes Cost Index, costs modelled September 2026, savings at the October to December 2026 price cap. Prices are estimates and include installation and VAT. Actual costs may vary.
Barrow-in-Furness in numbers
Published statistics for the Westmorland and Furness council area, not our estimates.
60% of homes with an EPC in the Westmorland and Furness council area are rated D to G, and the median energy score is 65, which is band D. Westmorland and Furness leads a Warm Homes: Local Grant consortium allocated £12,328,580 in principle for April 2025 to March 2028.
| Westmorland and Furness council area | Figure | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Homes with an EPC rated D to G | 60% | ONS, EPCs lodged to March 2025 |
| Median EPC energy score | 65 (band D) | ONS, EPCs lodged to March 2025 |
| Warm Homes: Local Grant, 2025 to 2028 | £12,328,580 to the consortium led by Westmorland and Furness | DESNZ, list updated July 2026 |
| Households on mains gas heating only | 64.2% | Census 2021, ONS |
| Electricity network operator | Electricity North West (North West England) | NESO licence area boundaries |
These are published official statistics for the Westmorland and Furness council area, which covers Barrow-in-Furness, not Home Energy Quotes estimates. Sources checked 6 October 2026.
Is Barrow-in-Furness a good place for insulation?
The area’s housing stock includes a range of properties suited to insulation installations throughout Barrow-in-Furness. Combined with North West’s energy prices, insulation installations here may offer good value (individual results will vary).
Barrow-in-Furness has a population of 55,255, and the area falls within the North West region. We recommend getting at least 3 quotes to compare prices.
Find Installers in Barrow-in-Furness
We recommend getting at least 3 quotes from qualified installers before making a decision. Check reviews, ask for local references, and make sure warranties are clearly stated in writing.
What to check before hiring an installer in Barrow-in-Furness
- Qualifications — check the installer holds relevant qualifications and certifications for insulation before signing any contract
- Local references — ask for completed jobs in Barrow-in-Furness or Cumbria
- Reviews — check online reviews before committing
- Warranty — product and workmanship warranties should be clearly stated in writing
- 3 quotes minimum — we recommend comparing at least three quotes to ensure you get a fair price
Questions about insulation in Barrow-in-Furness
How much does insulation cost in Barrow-in-Furness?
How energy efficient are homes in Barrow-in-Furness?
Is there a grant for insulation in Barrow-in-Furness?
The Warm Homes: Local Grant may fund insulation and low-carbon heating in Barrow-in-Furness for homes in England with an EPC rating of D to G, where household income is usually £36,000 or less or someone receives certain benefits.
How long is the payback period in Barrow-in-Furness?
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How do I find a good installer in Barrow-in-Furness?
Get quotes for your home in Barrow-in-Furness
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Last reviewed: . Costs are modelled estimates from the Home Energy Quotes Cost Index — see how we calculate them. Grant rates are checked against GOV.UK.