Insulation in Kettering
£473 to £7,367 installed, and 41% of homes in the council area rated EPC D to G.
What insulation costs in Kettering
Loft only
£473–£1,128
Saves up to £233 a year. Pays back in about 3 years.
Loft + cavity walls (most common)
£1,860–£4,436
Saves up to £478 a year. Pays back in about 6 years.
Full package
£3,089–£7,367
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.
Kettering in numbers
Published statistics for the North Northamptonshire council area, not our estimates.
41% of homes with an EPC in the North Northamptonshire council area are rated D to G, and the median energy score is 70, which is band C. North Northamptonshire has £2,003,912 of Warm Homes: Local Grant funding allocated in principle for April 2025 to March 2028.
| North Northamptonshire council area | Figure | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Homes with an EPC rated D to G | 41% | ONS, EPCs lodged to March 2025 |
| Median EPC energy score | 70 (band C) | ONS, EPCs lodged to March 2025 |
| Warm Homes: Local Grant, 2025 to 2028 | £2,003,912 allocated to North Northamptonshire | DESNZ, list updated July 2026 |
| Households on mains gas heating only | 79.5% | Census 2021, ONS |
| Electricity network operator | National Grid Electricity Distribution (East Midlands) | NESO licence area boundaries |
These are published official statistics for the North Northamptonshire council area, which covers Kettering, not Home Energy Quotes estimates. Sources checked 6 October 2026.
Is Kettering a good place for insulation?
The area’s housing stock includes a range of properties suited to insulation installations throughout Kettering. Combined with East Midlands’s energy prices, insulation installations here may offer good value (individual results will vary).
Kettering has a population of 63,150, and the area falls within the East Midlands region. We recommend getting at least 3 quotes to compare prices.
Find Installers in Kettering
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 Kettering
- Qualifications — check the installer holds relevant qualifications and certifications for insulation before signing any contract
- Local references — ask for completed jobs in Kettering or Northamptonshire
- 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 Kettering
How much does insulation cost in Kettering?
How energy efficient are homes in Kettering?
Is there a grant for insulation in Kettering?
The Warm Homes: Local Grant may fund insulation and low-carbon heating in Kettering 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 Kettering?
Do I need planning permission in Kettering?
How do I find a good installer in Kettering?
Get quotes for your home in Kettering
Up to three approved installers who cover Kettering may contact you. Free, no obligation.
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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.