UK · Updated 2026 · Buying guide

Surplus PIR Insulation Delivery in Bath: Costs, Lead Times, Hiab Drops

Delivery makes or breaks a Bath surplus deal. A £200 delivery on a £400 pallet of PIR insulation destroys the saving — so this guide breaks down 2026 rates across South West and shows how to keep logistics under 10% of the material cost.

Bath delivery pricing 2026

South West next-day £55–£95

Best delivery method by load size

  • Up to 500kg: Transit-sized van, £70–£140 in Bath
  • 500kg – 1 tonne: pallet on a curtainsider, South West next-day £55–£95
  • 1–5 tonnes: hiab drop with kerbside offload
  • 5+ tonnes: full artic with FLT unload — book grid access

Cost-saving tactics inside Bath

  • Consolidate multiple category buys from one yard
  • Choose weekday off-peak drop slots
  • Pre-book a suburb-based transhipment yard for last-mile
  • Offer collection for a 10–15% seller discount

Collection and delivery inside Bath

Most Bath sellers hold stock inside BA1, BA2 and BA15 and offer South West next-day £55–£95. For loads over a tonne of PIR insulation, a hiab drop is usually more economical than multiple van runs.

Frequently asked questions

+Can I get same-day delivery in Bath?

Yes for most postcodes inside BA1, BA2 and BA15. Same-day slots typically add £30–£60 over next-day.

+Who unloads at the drop point?

Curtainsider drivers offload with a pallet truck to kerbside only. For garden access or narrow drives, book a hiab.

+Is delivery insured?

Reputable pallet networks insure to £1,300/pallet by default. Higher-value PIR insulation loads should be declared for extended cover.

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