Removal is the start of the job, not the end of it
Spray foam insulation has become a serious problem for homeowners: it hides the roof structure from surveyors, some lenders are cautious about mortgaging homes that have it, and removal quotes vary wildly because they often price completely different scopes.
This is where being a construction company matters. A removal-only firm can take the foam out; if the timbers underneath have suffered, they hand you the problem. We remove the foam, inspect the structure, repair or replace what needs it, re-insulate to current standards with proper ventilation, and give you the documentation pack that surveyors and lenders want to see. Covered nationwide. Our certification is fully RICS compliant.
This is where being a construction company matters. A removal-only firm can take the foam out. If the timbers underneath have suffered, we can also repair or replace them, and re-insulate the roof properly afterwards. We cover spray foam removal nationwide. Housing association, council or landlord? See our spray foam removal for landlords and social housing page.
Free no obligation surveyWhat the work covers
Spray Foam Removal, in detail
Open and closed cell removal
Both foam types removed, including the harder, bonded closed cell applications.
Timber inspection
The whole exposed structure checked, with moisture readings where they are needed.
Repairs where required
Rafters and battens repaired or replaced by the same team, at rates agreed before work starts.
Clean down and disposal
Residue cleaned back under dust control, and all waste removed under our registered waste licence.
Re-insulation
Replacement insulation to current standards with the ventilation the roof should have had, with breathable options including SuperFOIL multifoil, sheep's wool and mineral wool.
Lender documentation
A removal report, photographs of the exposed timbers, repair records and the new insulation spec: the mortgage-ready package surveyors and lenders ask for.
At a glance
Spray Foam Removal, the short version
Work
Full removal of open and closed cell spray foam, timber inspection, paperwork
Where
Nationwide across the UK
What decides the price
Loft area, foam type and thickness, access, what the timbers need afterwards
What you get
Clean timbers, a report your surveyor and lender will accept, and new insulation if wanted
Compare
Open cell or closed cell?
| Open cell | Closed cell | |
|---|---|---|
| Feel | Soft, spongy | Rigid, dense |
| Removal | Comes away in sheets | Cut and scraped, slower |
| Timber | Often reusable | More often marked or damp |
| Lenders | Both concern lenders | Both concern lenders |
| After | Inspect, re-felt where needed | Inspect, re-felt where needed |
What the quote includes
- Full removal of the foam from rafters, felt and battens
- Bagging and disposal
- Timber inspection with photographs
- Replacement of damaged felt or battens at a stated rate
- A written report for your surveyor, buyer or lender
- New insulation, with ventilation designed, if you want it
What we check at the survey
- Type and thickness of the foam
- Whether the felt behind it is intact
- Any visible damp or rot in the timbers
- Ventilation, which foam usually blocks
- What the buyer, lender or surveyor has asked for
- Access and how much of the loft is boarded
Common problems
What we get called out to fix
Mortgage refused
Lender will not proceed with foam in place. Removal plus a report usually resolves it.
Sale fallen through
Buyer's surveyor flagged the foam. The report we provide is written for that surveyor.
Damp timbers
Foam trapped moisture. Inspection first, repairs at a stated rate.
A previous removal done badly
Residue left, felt torn. We have corrected other companies' work.
Why homeowners choose us
The bits that matter before you let anyone on site
Fully insured
Public liability cover, plus insurance-backed cover through our trade body memberships.
Fixed written quotes
Itemised, in writing, before any work starts. The price we agree is the price you pay.
Workmanship covered for 12 months
Plus 10-year structural cover where it applies, and manufacturer warranties passed straight to you.
Rated 4.9 on Google
From 13 verified reviews by customers across the West Midlands.
The work
What it looks like on site
Recent work
Spray Foam Removal we have completed
How it works
Assess. Quote. Build.
The order matters: we never price work we have not seen with our own eyes.
Free on-site assessment
We visit, inspect and talk through what you actually need. No obligation, no pressure.
Fixed-price quote
A written, itemised quote. The price we agree is the price you pay.
Build and handover
One project lead, a tidy site, and a walkthrough with you at completion.
Thinking about spray foam removal?
Free no obligation survey across the West Midlands and nationwide. We visit, measure and put a fixed price in writing.
What customers say
Rated 4.9 out of 5 on Google
From 13 reviews. Every one below is real and unedited.
Very professional service throughout, from initial survey through to the sprayfoam being taken out. Each stage of the job was clearly explained, and my loft was left immaculate. Very impressive.
Very good from 1st contact, reliable. Full spray removal and resolved wasps nest without any ado. Worked like trojans, great comms, highly recommended.
I cant thank this company enough for successfully removing the sprayfoam from my auntie's house as she wasn't able to sell the property until it had been removed and signed off by the bank's surveyors. Great job, polite and professional staff, highly recommend.
Questions
Spray Foam Removal questions, answered straight
How much does spray foam removal cost?
Quotes vary widely because they often price different scopes: open cell strips out faster than closed cell, and the real question is what the timbers underneath need. Our guide to spray foam removal cost explains what moves the number; the survey gives you a fixed written figure.
Can you get a mortgage on a house with spray foam?
Some lenders are cautious, particularly with closed cell foam sprayed directly onto the underside of the covering, because it stops the structure being inspected. In practice many buyers are told the foam has to come out before the lender proceeds, which is why sellers deal with it early.
What happens after the foam comes out?
The timbers and battens get inspected, anything that has suffered gets repaired or replaced, and the roof is re-insulated with proper ventilation. A removal-only firm can do the first step; we do all three.
What property types and surfaces do you remove spray foam from?
Loft rafters, pitched and flat roofs, timber framed properties, crawl spaces and cavity walls, in everything from heritage buildings to modern homes. The removal approach is matched to the construction and condition of each building at the survey.
How long does spray foam removal take?
Most domestic lofts are cleared in one to three days depending on size, foam type and access. Larger or more complex removals take longer, and the written quote confirms the programme for your property.
Do you provide documentation for surveyors and lenders?
Yes: a removal report, photographs of the exposed timbers, details of any repairs, and the specification of the replacement insulation. That package is what reassures a surveyor or lender later.
Where we work
Covered nationwide across the UK
This is one of the services we carry out nationwide, not just across the West Midlands. Wherever you are, get in touch for a free, no-obligation survey.
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