EPS insulation · Scotland
EPS external wall insulation in Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire
Quotes for EPS external wall insulation in Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire set out the system, detailing, access and VAT position in writing. EPS is a common choice for two-storey houses, mainly on cost and weight, and we price it alongside mineral wool for homes in Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire.
- Free survey and fixed written price
- Guide price from £105 per m² + scaffold, 0% VAT
- Planning and building control checked for Scotland
Free survey in Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire
Tell us the postcode and what you need.
What the job covers
- Thermal conductivity around 0.031–0.038 W/mK depending on grade
- Grey graphite EPS reaches a given U-value with a thinner board
- Easy to shape around bays, arches and reveals
- Light boards mean fewer fixings and a faster install
- Finished in silicone, acrylic, mineral render or brick slip
Before we quote in Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire
North East Scotland has granite and stone-built homes, harled cottages and post-war estates, with exposed coastal settings along much of it.
Exposure to wind-driven rain varies across Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire: sheltered town streets fare better than walls on high ground or facing the prevailing weather, and the render, beads and cill details are chosen with that in mind.
Where eaves are shallow on a house in Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire, grey EPS can sometimes avoid the cost of extending the roofline.
- Nation
- Scotland
- Region
- North East Scotland
- Towns covered
- Aberdeen, Peterhead, Inverurie
- Guide price
- From £105 per m² + scaffold · 0% VAT
Scotland: planning and regulations
In Scotland, householder permitted development rights are set by the Scottish GPDO and are narrower for external wall changes; insulating flats or tenements, changing the appearance of a house noticeably, or working in a conservation area usually needs planning permission. Listed buildings need listed building consent. Ask your council's planning team before committing.
Work that alters an external wall's construction is covered by the building standards system; many over-cladding projects need a building warrant from the council's building standards team, and Section 6 (Energy) of the Technical Handbooks sets insulation benchmarks.
When is EPS the right choice?
EPS suits most two-storey houses, bungalows and park homes where the wall is sound and there are no fire-height restrictions. It is a good fit where eaves are shallow, because grey EPS can hit the target with less thickness. On buildings with a storey 11 metres or more above ground, or where the guidance asks for non-combustible materials, mineral wool is used instead.
EPS external wall insulation prices in Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire
| Item | Guide price | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| EPS + silicone render | £105–£145 per m²0% VAT | Excluding scaffold |
| Grey EPS uplift | +£4–£8 per m²0% VAT | Thinner board for the same U-value |
| Bungalow, full house | £6,700–£12,8000% VAT | 55–75 m² of wall, including scaffold |
Confirmed by a fixed written quote after survey. 0% VAT: installing insulation in a home is zero-rated until 31 March 2027, so these figures are the total; 5% applies from 1 April 2027.
What happens next
Tell us about the property
Use the quote tool or form, or call. Photos help.
Free survey
We measure, check the walls and confirm approvals.
Fixed written quote
System, details, access, exclusions and VAT in writing.
Installation
Scheduled for suitable weather, with a clear programme.
EPS insulation in Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire: questions
How long does EPS last on a wall?
The board itself doesn't degrade when protected by the render system. Service life depends on the render, sealants and detailing, typically 25–30 years or more with maintenance.
Will woodpeckers damage EPS?
It happens occasionally, especially near woodland. Damage is to the render and board surface and is repaired with a mesh patch and colour-matched finish.
White or grey EPS?
Grey graphite EPS insulates better per millimetre, so it is the pick where space is tight at the eaves or around windows. White EPS is slightly cheaper and works well where the extra thickness isn't a problem.
Do you cover all of Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire?
Yes. We survey and quote EPS external wall insulation across Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire, including Aberdeen, Peterhead, Inverurie.
Do I need planning permission in Scotland?
In Scotland, householder permitted development rights are set by the Scottish GPDO and are narrower for external wall changes; insulating flats or tenements, changing the appearance of a house noticeably, or working in a conservation area usually needs planning permission. We check your address before quoting.