UK · Updated 2026 · Price comparison

Surplus PIR Insulation Prices in London 2026: Full Rate Card

Live 2026 pricing for PIR insulation in London, sampled across yards inside N, E, SE and SW postcodes and merchant clearance data. Use this as a benchmark before you list, buy or budget a Greater London project.

London rate card, Q1 2026

GradeTypical priceNotes
Job-lot / bulk£8.00 per m²Merchant clearance, palletised
Standard graded£18.00 per m²Sorted, ready-to-fit stock
Heritage / premium£28 per m²Character grade, hand-picked

Regional price drivers

  • Greater London demolition volume
  • Merchant over-order cycles
  • Conservation demand around heritage postcodes
  • Delivery cost from adjacent regions

New vs surplus in London

New PIR insulation through London merchants typically costs 40–70% more than surplus equivalents at similar spec. Reclaimed heritage grades can command a premium over new when planning specifies matching stock.

How to negotiate on London listings

  • Volume trumps price — offer to take the whole pallet
  • Same-day collection with cash-on-collection saves 5–10%
  • Bundle with other categories from the same seller
  • Weekday collections beat weekends

Frequently asked questions

+Have PIR insulation prices risen in London?

Modest inflation in 2025 has flattened in 2026 thanks to increased surplus supply across Greater London.

+How long can PIR be stored?

Indefinitely in original wrapping, out of direct sun.

+Do prices vary by London postcode?

Yes — inner-city collection premiums of 5–15% apply in N, E, SE and SW postcodes.

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