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The Process Of Removing Spray Foam Insulation

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If you're reading this, you might be facing challenges selling or buying a property, releasing equity, or simply seeking information for good property maintenance. At Inspire, we're here to alleviate your stress. With a 100% approval rate, we've assisted over 650 clients in selling or releasing equity from their property despite a mortgage lending ban on properties with spray foam insulation.

The Process

Our process to remove spray foam insulation is simple and straightforward, carried out by trained and experienced staff. We manually remove the foam from domestic properties with tiled or slated roofs, taking pictures at each step and measuring moisture levels in the exposed timbers. Damaged or rotten timbers are repaired or replaced as needed.

Dealing With Moisture

Should the moisture content in the timbers exceed 7%, we use dehumidifiers or nontoxic solutions to dry them. All removed foam gets sealed, bagged, and lawfully disposed of offsite. Upon work completion and satisfaction with the roof timbers' condition, we issue a certificate backed by photographs and moisture readings, acceptable by lenders.

Dry Ice Blasting: The Safe & Effective Solution for Spray Foam Removal

At Inspire Spray Foam Removal, we use cutting-edge dry ice blasting technology to safely and effectively remove spray foam insulation from roofs and loft spaces. Unlike traditional methods that involve harsh chemicals or manual scraping, dry ice blasting is a non-abrasive, mess-free, and environmentally friendly solution. By propelling dry ice pellets at high speed, this method rapidly freezes the foam insulation, making it brittle and easy to dislodge. The dry ice then sublimates (turns from solid to gas) upon impact, leaving no additional waste behind and ensuring a clean, precise, and damage-free removal process.

If your spray foam insulation is causing mortgage issues, ventilation problems, or structural risks, our dry ice blasting service is the ideal solution. This advanced technique ensures that insulation is fully removed without damaging delicate roof timbers, metal surfaces, or electrical components.

Contact us today for a free consultation and quote, let us restore your home the right way with professional, hassle-free spray foam removal.

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Frequently Asked Questions

There are various reasons why lenders are reluctant to issue mortgages on properties with spray foam insulation. The key concerns include moisture being trapped between the foam and timbers leading to rot and, uncertain fire-resistant properties of the foam. Furthermore, instances of mis-selling the insulation and improper application to hide poor roof conditions contribute to these issues. Despite potential foam removal, not all lenders will be willing to accept the property for a mortgage, adding another layer of complexity to the process.

In preparation for spray foam insulation removal, we ensure a comprehensive risk assessment of the roof, internally and externally. This helps us understand the condition of the roof covering to prevent unwanted situations like slippages or falls. Still, in the unlikely event of damages, our expert team is trained and equipped to repair and replace any part of the roof, providing a full-circle service to our clients. Safety is a prerequisite in our workflow and we strive to ensure the highest standards. We follow a systematic methodology to inspect the entire area, examining rooftops and checking for potential challenges that we might face in the process.

There is no issue if your property has no under-felt as this will not affect the properties value as the object of the exercise is to expose the timbers.

If you’re selling or pursuing equity release, replacement isn’t needed. However, if house maintenance, airflow, or moisture issues arise due to the foam, we might suggest a different approved material.

Before our team enters the loft, a thorough inspection of the ceiling from below is conducted, and we document its current state with photographs. In the unexpected event that our team causes any significant damage, rest assured that they will correct it. Our trained professionals are equipped to make necessary repairs and restorations.

A 3 Bed Semi Detached Property will take approx 3 days to complete

We photograph the timbers in the roof structure as proof and then proceed with the required repairs once you are happy with the information we have provided.

We use satellite information and measuring software to get all the measurements we need, so we’re able to confirm quotes before we even get to your property. Our team is well-prepared for any situation and we haven’t yet encountered a problem we weren’t ready for during previous work. We don’t need to see the property in person because we can’t assess it until the foam has been removed.

Absolutely. We responsibly haul away and dispose of all waste at fully licensed, regulated waste transfer stations.

Every house is distinct. But, most find that after installing standard loft insulation with mineral wool, nothing major changes apart from this improves air flow in the house, it reduces dampness, leaving the space feeling fresher.

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