Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Specialist Insulation Services in Glasgow
Select Insulation Services is a family-owned business founded in 1975 with a steadfast commitment to excellence in thermal and acoustic insulation solutions. We specialise in supplying and installing high-performance insulation materials tailored to meet diverse project requirements across industrial, commercial, and residential sectors. Our expertise spans thermal insulation, acoustic treatments, and electrical heat trace systems designed to prevent freezing and maintain process temperatures. With over four decades of experience, we have built a reputation for delivering precision-engineered solutions that enhance energy efficiency, reduce emissions, and ensure workplace safety. Our directors and project managers personally oversee every project, ensuring accountability from inception to completion.We serve clients nationwide, including construction sites, wastewater treatment plants, distilleries, and breweries, while maintaining rigorous health and safety standards. Our work aligns with government emissions reduction targets, demonstrating our role in advancing sustainable building practices. Clients such as SSE and Stothers (M&E) Ltd commend our unwavering dedication to quality, competitive pricing, and long-term partnership. By combining technical expertise with a client-centric approach, we continue to set benchmarks in insulation innovation across Scotland and beyond.
Services
Thermal Insulation
Acoustic Insulation
Heat Trace Systems
Steam & Condensate Insulation
Chilled Water Insulation
Details
- Year established: 1975
Highlights and features
- We have over 45 years of experience in insulation engineering
- Our directors personally manage every project from start to finish
- Proven track record with major clients like SSE and Stothers (M&E) Ltd
- Comprehensive material selection including phenolic foam and stainless steel finishes
- Specialist electrical heat tracing systems for critical temperature control
What people say
High quality workmanship
Competitive prices
Commitment and work ethic
Personally accountable
Industry recognition
Services
Thermal Insulation
Our thermal insulation solutions reduce heat loss in pipework and ducting systems while improving workplace safety in high-temperature environments. Using materials like glass fibre, rock fibre, and foam glass with protective metal coatings, we help clients meet energy efficiency targets. The service delivers 80%+ energy savings by minimising heat escape from industrial and commercial heating systems.
Acoustic Insulation
We resolve acoustic challenges through insulation upgrades for ductwork, soil pipes, and ventilation systems. Our specialist treatments create quieter environments in schools, hospitals, and student accommodations by reducing sound transmission. Metal protection casings and sound-absorbing materials combine to deliver both acoustic performance and thermal efficiency improvements.
Heat Trace Systems
Our electrical heat trace systems maintain critical pipe temperatures to prevent freezing and ensure process continuity. Designed for specific project requirements, these systems incorporate heating elements and insulation layers that maintain flow temperatures in hot water systems or protect temperature-sensitive materials during transport.
Steam & Condensate Insulation
We insulate high-temperature steam and condensate pipework to improve safety and system efficiency. Applying appropriate insulation reduces scalding risks while maintaining consistent operating temperatures, which enhances steam system performance and reduces energy consumption by up to 30% in industrial applications.
Chilled Water Insulation
Thermal insulation for chilled water systems prevents condensation and maintains precise temperature control in commercial HVAC installations. Our solutions ensure stable performance of refrigeration systems through vapour-sealed insulation materials that prevent energy loss and moisture ingress in both internal and external pipework applications.
People
Don Monaghan
Mechanical Director
20+ years' experience in mechanical engineering with Stothers (M&E) Ltd. Leads major insulation projects across Scotland, focusing on system integration and technical compliance.
Ben Jones
E,C&I Engineering Co-ordinator
Coordinates electrical, control, and instrumentation engineering for SSE's CHP and Embedded Group. Monitors contractor compliance with SSE's safety and quality standards across insulation projects.
Questions
Do you provide insulation solutions for both industrial and commercial properties?
Yes, we serve industrial facilities, commercial buildings, and residential properties across Scotland and the UK with tailored insulation systems.
What thermal insulation materials do you use?
We work with glass fibre, rock fibre, phenolic foam, foam glass and protective finishes including aluminium cladding and stainless steel casings.
Are your insulation systems compliant with safety regulations?
All projects meet current health and safety standards with directors personally overseeing compliance from project initiation to completion.
Can you provide references from previous projects?
We have long-term client relationships with companies like SSE and Stothers (M&E) Ltd spanning 15+ years of continuous service delivery.
Do you handle emergency insulation repairs?
We focus on planned insulation projects but maintain rapid response capability for urgent maintenance requirements across our operating regions.
How does your heat trace system prevent pipe freezing?
Electric heating elements maintain critical temperatures in pipework, with thermal insulation preserving heat retention to prevent ice formation in vulnerable systems.
