Mortgage refused due to spray foam
We assess the foam, confirm whether it is open cell or closed cell, and produce a report your lender will accept. If removal is required, we quote a fixed price and can usually start within a week.
Clear answers on spray foam, moisture and mortgage-ready reports
Insulation assessment in Weston super Mare, Somerset you can act on
An insulation assessment in Weston super Mare, Somerset tells you exactly what is in your roof, walls or loft and whether it is helping or hurting the property. We inspect, test and report, so you know if spray foam is trapping moisture, blocking a mortgage or simply doing its job. Book an insulation survey Weston super Mare wide and get a straight answer, usually within 24 hours.
Careful work. Honest options.
About this service
Insulation assessment in Weston super Mare, Somerset explained
An insulation assessment in Weston super Mare, Somerset is a hands-on inspection of the insulation already fitted in your loft, roof, walls or floors, plus a check on how it is performing. We measure depth and coverage, identify the material, test for moisture and photograph everything we find. If spray foam is present, we confirm whether it is open cell or closed cell, because that single detail decides whether a lender will accept the property.
Weston super Mare sits right on the Bristol Channel, so driving rain and salt-laden air push moisture into roofs that were never designed for it. Add older housing stock around Milton and the Town Centre and you get condensation, damp timbers and foam that has quietly gone wrong. If you have been searching for an insulation survey near me Weston super Mare, start with a proper look rather than guesswork. We cover the whole town and the surrounding villages, seven days a week.
- ✓ Mortgage-ready evidence
- ✓ Catches trapped moisture early
- ✓ Real running-cost answers
- ✓ Clear next-step pricing
What's included
What our insulation assessment includes
Every assessment covers a full visual inspection, moisture testing and a written report with photographs. Removal work, if needed, is quoted separately and the assessment fee is credited against it. Here is what you get on the day.
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Full loft and roof inspection
We inspect the loft, roof void, rafters, eaves and any accessible wall cavities. Insulation depth is measured, coverage mapped and the material type recorded, including whether spray foam is open cell or closed cell.
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Moisture and thermal testing
A calibrated moisture meter checks timber and insulation for saturation, while a thermal imaging camera reveals cold spots and hidden damp. Readings are logged and included in the report so you can see the numbers.
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Ventilation check
We confirm whether the roof has adequate airflow and whether foam has blocked the eaves gap. Reduced roof ventilation is one of the most common causes of condensation we find in Weston super Mare properties.
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Photographic evidence
Dated photographs of every issue we find, labelled and referenced in the report. This is the evidence lenders, surveyors and buyers ask for when spray foam is flagged on a mortgage application.
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Written report and fixed quote
A plain-English report with our findings, a clear recommendation and, where removal is needed, a fixed price valid for 30 days. Issued the same day or the following morning.
How it works
What happens during your insulation survey
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Book the visit
Call 0193 424 5129 or send us your postcode and a photo of the loft. We book a slot that suits you, including evenings and weekends, and confirm the address and access arrangements by text. Same day insulation assessment Weston super Mare appointments are often available if you call before midday.
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On-site inspection
Our technician arrives with a thermal imaging camera, moisture meter and respirator. We inspect the loft, roof void, eaves and any wall cavities we can reach, measuring insulation depth and recording the material type. Expect 60 to 120 minutes depending on the size and complexity of the property.
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Moisture and airflow testing
We check timber moisture content, look for condensation staining and test whether the roof is ventilated properly. If spray foam is present, we note whether it is open cell or closed cell, how thick it is, and whether it has bridged the rafters or blocked the eaves gap.
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Written report and photos
You receive a plain-English report with dated photographs, moisture readings and a clear verdict: leave it, monitor it, or remove it. If removal is needed, the report includes a fixed price and an outline of how we would carry the work out.
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Decision and next steps
We talk you through the findings on the phone and answer questions. If you want us to proceed, we book the removal or remedial work at that point. If you would rather get a second opinion, the report is yours to share with your lender, surveyor or buyer.
Tools & methods
Tools and methods we use
Purpose-built equipment, used by trained technicians — so the job is done accurately the first time.
Thermal imaging camera
Reveals cold spots, hidden damp and gaps in insulation that are invisible to the naked eye. Essential for confirming whether foam is trapping moisture against roof timbers.
Calibrated moisture meter
Measures timber and insulation moisture content precisely. Readings are logged and included in your report so you can compare before and after any remedial work.
Dry ice blasting machine
Removes foam from delicate surfaces such as felt, battens and old timber without abrasive damage. Ideal for older Weston super Mare roofs where the structure needs protecting.
Sand blasting equipment
Strips stubborn closed cell foam from brick, stone and concrete. Used with dust control measures to keep the work area contained.
Spray foam removal saw and oscillating multi-tool
Cuts dense closed cell foam back cleanly in rafter bays and awkward corners, allowing controlled removal without damaging the timber.
Industrial vacuum and respirator
Captures dust and foam particles during removal, while our technicians wear full protective clothing and respirators to work safely under COSHH regulations.
Real results
Before and after.
Mortgage stalled by closed cell foam
Before
A three-bed semi in Worle had closed cell spray foam sprayed across the entire roof underside. The buyer's lender refused the mortgage and the sale stalled for eight weeks while the owners tried to find a solution.
After
We assessed the foam, confirmed it was closed cell and produced a lender-ready report with photographs. Removal took two days using saw cutting and dry ice blasting. The lender released funds and the sale completed three weeks later.
Condensation solved without removal
Before
A flat in Weston-super-Mare Town Centre had persistent condensation and a damp smell in the loft. The owner assumed the spray foam was to blame and had been quoted for full removal by another contractor.
After
Our assessment found the foam was open cell and in good condition. The real problem was a blocked eaves gap and debris restricting airflow. We cleared the vents, restored the ventilation path and moisture readings dropped from 24 percent to 14 percent within a month.
Rot caught before it spread
Before
A 1930s house in Milton had foam applied to the rafters years ago. The owner noticed a musty smell but no visible damp. A thermal camera revealed two saturated rafter sections near the ridge.
After
We removed the foam from the affected bays, treated the early-stage rot and replaced the damaged timber. Moisture readings returned to normal within three weeks, and the repair cost a fraction of a full roof rebuild.
Problems we solve
Problems our insulation assessment solves
Most people book an assessment because something has already gone wrong, or because a lender has raised a question. These are the situations we deal with most often across Weston super Mare.
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Loft condensation and damp timbers
Our assessment measures timber moisture content and checks airflow. If foam has blocked the eaves, we identify exactly where and recommend either clearing the ventilation path or removing the foam entirely.
Reduced roof ventilation
We map the ventilation path and show you where it has been interrupted. In many cases we can restore airflow without full removal, which keeps the cost down and solves the condensation.
Difficulty selling the property
A written assessment with photographs and a clear recommendation gives buyers and their solicitors the information they need. We have helped sellers across Somerset keep chains together with a single report.
Proof you can check
Accredited, insured and accountable
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CHAS AccreditationCHAS
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Constructionline RegistrationConstructionline
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SafeContractor ApprovalSafeContractor
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COSHH ComplianceHealth and Safety Executive
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PASMA TrainingPASMA
Most residential assessments in Weston super Mare cost between 150 and 350 pounds, depending on the size of the property and how much roof void needs inspecting. Commercial units and complex roofs are quoted individually. The fee covers the site visit, moisture testing, thermal imaging and a written report with photographs. If you go ahead with removal work, we credit the assessment fee against the final invoice.
Yes. We cover the whole of Weston super Mare and Somerset, including Worle, Locking, Hutton, Uphill, Bleadon, Banwell, Winscombe and Churchill. Appointments are available seven days a week, including evenings. If you are outside those areas, call 0193 424 5129 and we will confirm whether we can reach you and what the call-out would cost.
If you are inside the Weston super Mare area, yes. We are based locally and typically reach Town Centre, Milton, Ashcombe, Oldmixon, Bournville and Coronation addresses within 30 minutes. Same day insulation assessment Weston super Mare slots are often possible when you call before midday, and we can also attend at weekends if that suits you better.
A standard loft or roof assessment takes 60 to 120 minutes on site. Larger properties, multiple roof sections or cavity wall inspections can take up to three hours. You receive the written report the same day or the following morning. If you need the report urgently for a mortgage application, tell us when you book and we will prioritise it.
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Contact Crown Insulate Spray Foam
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.