We’ve got you covered for loft boarding and ladders in Warwickshire and Worcestershire

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From our base in Sambourne, near Redditch, we provide loft ladder fitting and loft boarding services throughout Warwickshire and Worcestershire. We generally work in a 20-mile radius from our base which means that we also cover parts of the West Midlands.

In fact, recent loft boarding and fixed-ladder fitting jobs have seen us working in Warwick, Stratford-upon-Avon, Redditch, Alcester, Worcester, Henley-in-Arden, Bromsgrove and Evesham. We rely on word-of-mouth and customer recommendation to keep us busy.

Reliable quality service

We are an independent firm, founded by Stuart Dyson, based on his experience working as a trained carpenter for house builders. Our guiding principle is to deliver a reliable, quality service professionally, which means treating our customers and our homes as we would like to be treated. We can complete most jobs within a day and take away any mess.

We prefer to visit in person to provide a quote as every property is different and we can advise on the best ladder or boarding option. However, we are happy to provide a guideline cost over the phone. You can contact us on 07712 327 889.

Timber loft ladders in Redditch offers best of both worlds

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This October, we have been busy fitting timber loft ladders in Warwickshire and Worcestershire.

A timber ladder stows away easily in your loft space

The photo above is from a loft ladder installation in Sambourne, near Redditch. You can see how neatly the ladder stows away once folded.

Timber offers sturdy treads

The photo above is from a different installation of a wooden loft ladder that we also completed this month. As you can see, as well as being easy on the eye, our timber loft ladder has sturdy wide treads. This makes it perfect for people who need to carry up larger items to the loft.

In this photo, you can also see the 1 metre-wide loft opening. If your loft opening is on the smaller side, changing to a larger hatch can transform how easy it is to get up to your loft.

Contact us for loft ladder fitting

If you are thinking about fitting a loft ladder in Redditch or the surrounding area, contact us by emailing stuart@stusloftladders.co.uk or calling 07712 327 889.

Family loft ladder business serving customers in Stratford-upon-Avon area

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We know that the cost of living is on everyone’s mind right now. We are an independent local business and providing value for money services is important to us. We provide a first class service, boarding lofts and fitting quality loft ladders, at a reasonable price.

Loft boarding comes in at around £60 per square metre with costs having risen to reflect the cost of the raw materials we use. However, there are some tips to keep costs down when creating loft storage.

What can I do to keep the costs down when boarding my loft or fitting a loft ladder?

Boarding a central section of the loft is a popular option and one that makes sense. For most customers, the central section, as in the photo with this post, provides ample storage. This is the most useful area of the loft as it has the greatest head space.

The other tip for keeping costs down is to choose an aluminium ladder. This is not a compromise on quality as aluminium ladders are strong, as well as light, making them easy to pull down and put away.

We are always happy to visit to provide a no-obligation quote and we can make suggestions about how to stick to a budget. Email us at stuart@stusloftladders.co.uk

Back to school for Redditch families is the ideal time to board the loft and clear the clutter

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The summer holidays are coming to an end and the kids will be back in school. If, like most families, having everyone at home has meant an explosion in the amount of clutter, there is an easy solution for claiming back space.

Boarding the loft is a way of creating storage for items that family members can’t bear to part with or seldom use. Our customers generally want to store seasonal items and clothes or sentimental belongings that they don’t want to display.

Loft storage is an ideal solution as it means that items can be easily accessed when required. It all comes down to how you store your belongings and, with a bit of organisation including effective labelling and use of boxes with lids or vacuum packing clothes and textiles, loft storage can keep the items you don’t use everyday safe until you need them.

By adding a ladder that is easy to slide into place, easy access storage is assured.

Stu’s Loft Ladders is taking bookings now for autumn and we are always happy to visit customers in Redditch and the surrounding area to advise on the best boarding and loft ladder package for them.

Loft boarding transforms storage in Stratford-upon-Avon home

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From wasted space to room for storage, a recent loft boarding job in Stratford-upon-Avon has transformed the attic space for one Warwickshire homeowner.

Before loft boarding and loft ladder fitting

The photo below shows the original state of the loft, which like most that we board, is made unusable by rolls of insulation between joists and nowhere to walk, let alone store boxes.

After loft boarding and fitting an aluminium loft ladder

We boarded a central section of the loft space and fitted a sturdy, but lightweight, aluminium loft ladder.

Boarding a central section of the loft is a popular option as it uses the budget efficiently by only flooring the most useable space.

The customer was delighted and couldn’t wait to start using all the new storage space.

To find out more email us at stuart@stusloftladders.co.uk

Live in Stratford-upon-Avon and don’t have a loft ladder? Why you should be checking everything is ok up there!

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At Stu’s Loft Ladders, we think that every home would benefit from using the loft space for storage, however we are aware that not everyone does. Indeed, you may be a homeowner who never goes up into the loft. If that is the case, you should still be checking at regular intervals that everything is OK up there.

One of the main problems to check for in lofts is woodworm. Often, we have pointed this out to homeowners when carrying out loft boarding or fitting loft ladders to customers who were totally unaware.  The peak months for woodworm activity are between May and October when the weather is warmer. Tell-tale signs include tiny holes in the surface of the timbers and fine dust, called frass, around any holes. Left untreated, woodworm can lead to weakened timbers and cause structural problems.

Other unwanted loft visitors

Other visitors that can cause damage are rodents. Mice can go undetected in a loft space and can cause damage to electrical cables as they seem to have a taste for gnawing on the the plastic casings. Look for small, black droppings and shredded materials. Mice also leave a strong ammonia-like smell, which is a reliable indicator of their presence.

It’s not just mice that like to make a home in lofts. Squirrels and birds are also commonly found in loft spaces, so always check out any strange noises that seem to come from there. 

If you have a large number of wasps in your garden, there is likely to be a nest nearby. Wasps’ nests can often grow quite large (to the size of a football) before they are detected. If you discover a nest, never try to tackle it yourself – it is definitely a job for the professionals.

Checking for roof damage and damp

It can be hard to get a view from outside to see the health of all parts of your roof. Good practice is to check inside the loft from time to time to see that all is well. Turn the lights off and check for any daylight coming in to indicate any gaps. Also check for any changes in timbers that might indicated moisture.

Fit a fixed ladder

A fixed ladder makes going up to the loft safe and hassle free. Stu’s Loft Ladders offers a range of ladder to suit a variety of homes and budgets. See our services page for more details http://www.stusloftladders.co.uk/services/

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Demand for loft ladder fitting in Redditch led to creation of Stu’s Loft Ladders

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And it’s kept us in business for over a decade

It is over a decade since Stuart Dyson formed Stu’s Loft Ladders from his base in Studley, near Redditch.

Stuart was a carpenter working for house builders on new-builds when he saw a demand for value-for-money loft ladder installation.

Since that time, the business has expanded to fit loft boarding, but Stuart still runs the business with a small team covering Worcestershire and Warwickshire.

Stuart’s carpentry skills are central to the service the firm provides and enable them to offer customers made-to-measure extras such as loft shelving and safety rails.

Customer recommendation has ensured that the firm has remained busy boarding lofts and fitting loft ladders, even through the pandemic, as soon as restrictions were lifted.

To see what our customers think, check out our reviews or take a look at our Facebook page.

How to choose a company to fit a loft ladder and board your loft in Stratford-upon-Avon

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Maybe you are seeing adverts or posts appear in your social media feeds to fit loft ladders and board lofts in Stratford-upon-Avon and the surrounding area. How do you select a firm and make sure it’s the right choice?

We always say it, but check out recent reviews and ask around. Local forums such as those on social media are a good place to start. The Stratford on Avon Forum will usually yield a good response from homeowners who can recommend a firm they have used.

Check that the team that is quoting for your business is the team that will actually carry out the work. Find out how experienced they are. If you are having someone cut into your ceiling joists to enlarge or move a loft opening, then you want to make sure that they have done the job successfully for happy customers.

We are biased as an independent trader, but we really think it is the best option. Being independent means that we are not trying to sell you a fixed package. We will simply visit to see what you want to achieve, and what budget you have, and make recommendations accordingly.

If you want to find out what Stu’s Loft Ladders can offer, get in touch by calling 07712 327 889 or emailing stuart@stusloftladders.co.uk

Bespoke extras make loft storage easy in Redditch

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As trained carpenters, we are able to build in bespoke details for our customers depending on their needs. This may be a safety rail around the opening in the loft or shelving units to accommodate larger items such as suitcases.

Truss shelving

Truss shelving is one of the most popular add-ons that we create for customers.

This shelving sits in the V of the roof trusses and creates a raised platform for boxes. As it uses space that would otherwise be wasted, it is an excellent way of maximising the storage potential in a loft. It also makes it easier to access the contents of the boxes as they are raised off floor level.

We always like to visit before providing a quote and this visit provides a good opportunity for potential customers to ask us about any add ons that they might need.

If you would like to arrange such a visit, with no-obligation or pressure from our friendly team, then contact us on 07712 327 889.

Alcester home owner opts for part-boarding of loft

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Boarding just a central section of your loft is a cost-effective way to create effective storage in your home.

This photo shows how Stu’s Loft Ladders did just that for a homeowner in Alcester.

As you can see, there is ample storage space easily accessed by a newly-installed timber ladder.

In most lofts, it is not necessary to board right up to the eaves as the most useable space is in the centre. This is particularly true if you are planning to store larger items that would not fit at the edges of your loft where the roof line is lower.

When we visit to provide a quote, we advise on where is best to board to meet your needs and the quirks of the property such as where the loft opening is or can be be moved to.

To find out more, email stuart@stusloftladders.co.uk