Social housing and estate programmes across Gwent
We cover 6 towns in Gwent, including Newport, Cwmbran, Pontypool, Ebbw Vale, Caerphilly and more.
Exposure matters for every cavity wall. Parts of Gwent face some of the heaviest wind-driven rain in the UK, especially exposed coastal and upland sites. Here the survey is stricter: some walls suit only certain certified systems, and some should not be filled at all.
For landlords and managing agents in Gwent, we survey in batches and return a result sheet and fixed price per address. Work on Gwent rented homes and blocks is booked around tenants and residents, with access arranged through your agent if you prefer.
Building Regulations in Wales
In Wales, filling an existing cavity is also notifiable building work under the Building Regulations as they apply in Wales. A registered installer normally self-certifies it through a competent person scheme; otherwise a building notice goes to your council's building control before work starts. Welsh rules can differ from England's, so the notification route is confirmed in writing on your quote.
Funding in Wales
- Warm Homes Nest offers free improvements, including insulation, to eligible low-income owner-occupiers and private renters; eligibility was widened to some households without means-tested benefits.
- Green Homes Wales has been piloting advice and interest-free loans for households above the Nest and ECO4 income thresholds.
- ECO4 runs until 31 December 2026 across Great Britain, including Wales.
Sources: Welsh Government: building work competent person schemes; CIGA: CWISC competent person scheme; Welsh Government: issues arising from cavity wall insulation installations; Welsh Government: warmer and more energy efficient homes (July 2026); GOV.UK: extending the ECO4 end date, government response.
Quality after ECO
The National Audit Office's October 2025 report found serious failings in some government-funded installs. We work survey-first, record every stage, and name the installer and guarantee on each order.
What is included
- Stock and archetype surveys
- Resident liaison
- Per-address records
- Remediation programmes
Social housing and estate programmes prices in Gwent
| Social housing and estate programmes guide prices | Guide price |
|---|---|
| Commercial cavity fill, per m² (+VAT) | £22–£36 |
| Access towers or MEWP, per day (+VAT) | £195–£495 |
No VAT is charged on installing insulation in homes until 31 March 2027 (then 5%). Guide ranges only: the fixed price is confirmed in writing before any work starts, and anything that could not be seen at survey is agreed with you first.
How it works in Gwent:
Tell us about the property
Postcode, property type and what you need.
Free survey
Walls, cavity, condition and exposure checked and photographed.
Written result and price
Suitable, suitable after repairs, or not suitable, with a fixed price.
Work and paperwork
Installation, making good, and the regulations and guarantee paperwork.