Spray Foam Insulation Removal

The Mortgage Nightmare

A few years ago, thousands of homeowners across the UK were sold spray foam insulation as a miracle solution for energy efficiency. It was promised to keep homes warm and cut bills. Unfortunately, for many, it has turned into a financial nightmare.

Today, most major mortgage lenders and equity release companies will not lend on a property with spray foam insulation in the loft. If you are trying to sell your home, remortgage, or release equity, you may find that the valuation comes back with a big red cross next to the roof.

At Prestige Group, we specialise in the safe, professional removal of spray foam. We help Norfolk homeowners restore their property’s value and satisfy the strict requirements of surveyors and lenders.

Why Is It a Problem?

You might be wondering why lenders hate it so much. The issue is twofold.

1. Hidden Rot: The foam is sprayed directly onto the roof tiles and timbers. This seals the roof completely and stops it from "breathing." This can cause condensation to get trapped against the wood, leading to rotting rafters that are hidden behind the hardened foam.

2. Inspection Difficulties: Because the foam covers everything, surveyors cannot inspect the condition of the roof structure. If they cannot see the wood, they cannot certify that the roof is safe, so the bank refuses the loan.

We Are Roofers, Not Just Cleaners

There are many companies popping up that claim to remove spray foam. However, many of them are just cleaning companies with no roofing experience.

This is where Prestige Group is different. We are third-generation roofers. When we remove the foam, there is a risk that we might find damaged felt or rotting timbers underneath. Because we are professional roofers, we can fix these issues immediately. We do not just scrape the foam off and leave you with a leaking roof. We ensure your roof is structurally sound, watertight, and healthy before we leave.

Our Removal Process

Removing spray foam is a difficult and labour-intensive job, but we have the tools and the team to do it safely.

• Protection: We cover your loft hatch, flooring, and belongings to protect them from dust and debris.

• Manual Removal: We carefully scrape the foam away from the rafters and tiles. We take great care not to damage the underlying membrane or tiles during this process.

• Timber Treatment: Once the timber is exposed, we can clean it and apply a wood preservative if necessary to protect against future rot.

• Disposal: Spray foam is a difficult waste product. We bag it up and ensure it is disposed of responsibly at the correct waste facilities.

Documentation for Lenders

Once the work is complete, we can provide you with photos and documentation to prove that the foam has been removed. This is often exactly what your buyer’s solicitor or your mortgage lender needs to see to approve the finance.

Do Not Panic, Call Us

If you have discovered spray foam in your loft, or if a surveyor has flagged it up, do not panic. It can be sorted.

Give the team in the pink vans a call. We will come out, assess the type of foam you have (open or closed cell), and give you an honest, fixed price to remove it and restore your roof to a mortgageable standard.