Mortgage refused due to spray foam
We extract the foam, photograph the finished loft and provide a waste transfer note plus a ventilation statement. That is the evidence a surveyor needs to sign the property off and get your sale back on track.
Environmentally friendly insulation removal in Weston super Mare, Somerset is the controlled extraction of spray foam, boards and vapour barriers from lofts, roofs and cavity walls. We handle open cell and closed cell foam, bag every scrap and leave your timbers ready for a mortgage survey. If a lender has flagged your loft, or you have damp and condensation, call 0193 424 5129 for a same-day assessment.

Environmentally friendly insulation removal in Weston super Mare, Somerset means taking out spray foam, insulation boards and vapour barriers without wrecking the roof structure around them. We cut the foam back with a spray foam removal saw and an oscillating multi-tool, then lift it in sections so the timber battens and rafters stay intact. Open cell spray foam comes out in soft lumps; closed cell spray foam is denser and needs more passes. Every load is bagged, labelled and sent to a licensed waste transfer station, so nothing goes to landfill as mixed trade waste.
Most Weston super Mare jobs we see start with a mortgage refusal due to spray foam, or a surveyor's note about reduced roof ventilation. Bungalows around Milton and Worle often have foam sprayed straight onto the felt, which traps moisture and leads to timber rot from trapped moisture within a few winters. If you need eco friendly insulation removal near me Weston super Mare, we survey first, then quote a fixed price for the full extraction, disposal and a clean, breathable loft.
Every job includes the survey, the extraction, the clean-up and the paperwork. You do not pay extra for the waste transfer note or the before-and-after photos. Add-ons like timber treatment or new insulation are priced separately and only if you need them.
We measure the space, identify the foam type and check moisture with a thermal imaging camera. You get a fixed price the same day, usually within two hours of the visit.
Open cell and closed cell foam removed with a spray foam removal saw and oscillating multi-tool. We cut in sections to protect rafters and battens, and bag everything at the extraction point.
Where a vapour barrier has been fitted over or under the foam, we take it out too. Leaving it in place traps moisture and undoes the benefit of the extraction.
Every rafter and batten is checked for rot, beetle and damp staining. We photograph anything that needs attention and price any repair before we carry it out.
Foam, boards and barrier go to a licensed transfer station in separate labelled bags. You receive the waste transfer note, which is what surveyors and solicitors ask to see.
The loft is vacuumed and swept, and we walk you through the finished space. You get before-and-after photos from the same angles, ready to send to your lender or buyer.
We visit your Weston super Mare property, measure the loft or roof void, and check foam depth and type. A thermal imaging camera shows where moisture is sitting. You get a fixed written price the same day, usually within two hours of the survey.
We sheet the landing, seal the hatch and set up negative air pressure with an industrial vacuum. Respirators and protective clothing go on before any cutting starts. Setup takes around 30 minutes on a standard three-bed semi.
Foam is cut back with a spray foam removal saw and an oscillating multi-tool, then lifted in sections. Open cell comes away quickly; closed cell takes longer. A typical 40 square metre loft takes one to two days with a two-person crew.
Every surface is vacuumed, and we check rafters and battens for rot or beetle damage. Any affected timber is treated or replaced. We photograph the finished loft from the same angles as the survey shots so you have a clear before-and-after record.
Bagged foam, boards and vapour barrier go to a licensed transfer station, and you receive the waste transfer note. We walk you through the finished loft, explain ventilation and leave the space ready for new insulation or a surveyor's inspection.
Purpose-built equipment, used by trained technicians — so the job is done accurately the first time.
Cuts dense closed cell foam into liftable sections without tearing the rafters underneath. The blade depth is set so it stops short of the timber.
Gets into tight eaves, around pipes and behind battens where the saw will not fit. It is the tool that saves old roof timbers from damage.
Runs at the extraction point to pull dust and foam crumbs out of the loft as we cut. It keeps the landing and living space below clean.
Maps moisture behind foam and felt before we start. It shows us where rot is likely and where ventilation has failed.
Worn by every crew member on site. Polyurethane foam dust and off-gassing are not something to breathe in, and COSHH regulations require proper protection.
Used on listed buildings and delicate surfaces where grit or water would cause damage. It lifts foam residue without leaving a blast medium behind.
Strips stubborn foam from brick and concrete in commercial spaces. Dust is controlled with sheeting and the industrial vacuum.
A 1930s semi in Milton had closed cell foam sprayed across the whole loft. The buyer's lender refused the mortgage and the sale stalled with a deadline looming. The foam was bonded hard to perished felt and the loft had no ventilation.
We extracted 38 square metres of closed cell foam over two days, treated two rafters with early rot and fitted four breathable vents. The lender's surveyor signed the property off eight days later and the sale completed.
A bungalow in Worle had open cell foam over the felt and constant condensation dripping from the hatch. Stored boxes were damp and the ceiling below had brown stains. The owner had been told the foam was fine and the problem was the guttering.
We removed 26 square metres of open cell foam in a single day, cleared the ventilation path and dried the loft out. Within three weeks the dripping had stopped and the ceiling stain was dry enough to paint.
A commercial unit in Worle had foam across a 400 square metre warehouse ceiling. A new tenant was due in and the landlord needed the space clear, with paperwork for the lease file. The unit had to stay usable during the work.
We worked nights in four phases over six days, bagged the foam in skips and handed over waste transfer notes and method statements. The tenant moved in on schedule with a clean, inspected ceiling.
Foam in the wrong place causes more trouble than it solves. These are the four problems we are called out for most often across Weston super Mare and Somerset.
Ask a pro →We extract the foam, photograph the finished loft and provide a waste transfer note plus a ventilation statement. That is the evidence a surveyor needs to sign the property off and get your sale back on track.
We remove the foam, clear the ventilation path and check the timbers for rot. Most lofts dry out within a few weeks once air can move again. We can also fit breathable vents if the roof design needs them.
Our survey uses a thermal imaging camera to map moisture before we cut. Any rot is treated or the affected timber replaced. We show you the photos and price the repair before we start, so there are no surprises.
We provide a full removal package with photos, waste transfer note and a clean, breathable loft. Sellers use our paperwork to reassure buyers and their solicitors, which keeps the chain together.
Most Weston super Mare loft extractions run £1,800 to £4,500 in 2026, depending on foam type and loft size. A standard 40 square metre open cell job sits near the lower end. Closed cell foam, restricted access or rot repair pushes the price up. We quote a fixed price after a free survey, so you know the full cost before we start.
Yes. We cover the whole of Weston super Mare and Somerset, including Worle, Milton, Uphill, Bleadon, Banwell and Winscombe. Our crews carry the extraction equipment, vacuum and waste bags on the van, so we can start as soon as you approve the quote. Call 0193 424 5129 to book a survey.
If you are within about 15 miles of Weston super Mare town centre, we cover you. That includes Kewstoke, Wick St Lawrence, Puxton, Sandford, Churchill and Hutton. We also travel further into Somerset for larger commercial jobs. Postcode checks take two minutes over the phone.
A typical 40 square metre loft takes one to two days with a two-person crew. Larger roofs, closed cell foam or heavy contamination can run to three days. We give you a realistic timeframe at the survey, not a best-case guess, and we keep you updated each afternoon on progress.
Call 0193 424 5129 for a free survey and a fixed price. We are a local, insured crew with BPCA certification and a 24/7 emergency line. Same-day surveys available across Weston super Mare and Somerset.
Book a free survey 0193 424 5129 →Call 0193 424 5129 or email [email protected] and we will book a survey at a time that suits you. We answer the phone between 8am and 6pm Monday to Friday, and the emergency line stays open for urgent lender deadlines and water ingress. Most Weston super Mare surveys are booked within 48 hours.