Every same day job includes the survey, containment, extraction, waste removal and a written report. Scaffolding and roof-level access are quoted separately where needed, and we tell you that upfront rather than adding it later.
We inspect the loft with a boroscope, moisture meter and thermal imaging camera, then give you a fixed written price before any work starts. That covers foam depth, access and waste removal, so there are no add-ons once we are underway.
The loft hatch is sealed and an air scrubber plus industrial vacuum run throughout. Floors and stairwells are sheeted, and every technician wears a respirator. Your living space stays clean while we work above it.
We cut and lift open cell and closed cell foam back to bare timber using thermal removal tools and, where needed, dry ice blasting. Rafters and battens are checked for rot and moisture as we go, and anything suspect is flagged immediately.
All foam, dust and debris is bagged and taken away through licensed waste routes. Nothing is left in your loft or on the driveway. You get a clear void ready for new insulation, not a pile of bags to deal with yourself.
You receive a dated summary with photos and moisture readings, suitable for lenders, surveyors and buyers. It records what was removed, the condition of the timbers and any ventilation improvements made, so you have evidence if questions come up later.
same day Spray Foam Removal in Cheltenham is the urgent extraction of failed open cell spray foam, closed cell spray foam and polyurethane foam from lofts, rafters and roof voids, carried out on the same day you call. We cut and pull the foam back to clean timber, bag it, and leave the roof space ready for inspection. Most loft jobs take four to six hours with a two-person crew, and we bring our own extraction and containment kit so nothing spreads through the house.
Cheltenham homes get hit by this more than most. The town has thousands of 1930s semis and post-war detached houses with shallow lofts and older felt, and foam sprayed between rafters blocks roof ventilation. That traps moisture, rots battens and triggers condensation on cold mornings. If a lender has down-valued your property or a buyer's surveyor has flagged it, spray foam removal today Cheltenham is often the only way to keep a chain moving.
From your first call to a clear loft, here is exactly what happens. No vague promises, no waiting three weeks for a slot.
Schedule
Call or book online — a real human picks up and confirms a 2-hour arrival window.
Diagnose
Licensed tech inspects on-site, then walks you through the cause and your options.
Fix
The job is completed to code and done right the first time — no shortcuts, no surprises.
Guarantee
Every job backed by a written workmanship warranty — and we stand behind it.
Dry ice blasting machine
Strips brittle, crumbly spray foam from timber and masonry without water or chemicals. Ideal for older Cheltenham roofs where the foam has degraded and needs lifting cleanly.
Thermal removal tools
Heated cutting tools that soften foam and lift it from rafters with less risk of gouging the timber. Used on most loft jobs where the foam is still bonded firmly.
Industrial vacuum and air scrubber
Captures airborne foam dust at the source and keeps the rest of the house clean. Both run continuously from the moment containment goes up until the loft is vacuumed.
Boroscope and moisture meter
Inspect behind foam and inside cavities, and measure timber damp before and after removal. These readings form part of the written report lenders and surveyors rely on.
Thermal imaging camera
Reveals hidden leaks, cold bridging and damp patches that are invisible to the eye. We use it on every survey so nothing is missed before we quote.
Scaffolding and respirators
Safe roof-level access for rafter and roof work, plus full respiratory protection for the crew. All access work is carried out to PASMA and IPAF standards.
Containment-first extraction
We seal the loft hatch and set up extraction before cutting any foam. That stops dust migrating into living areas, which matters in occupied Cheltenham homes. The method adds about 30 minutes to a job and keeps the rest of the property untouched.
Moisture-led timber assessment
Every rafter and batten is checked with a moisture meter during removal. Readings above safe levels are recorded and reported, so you know whether rot treatment is needed. This is the evidence lenders ask for when foam has been in place for years.
Ventilation restoration
Once the foam is out, we confirm a clear 50mm ventilation gap at the eaves and check that roof vents are unobstructed. Restoring airflow is what stops condensation returning, and it is the step most cheap removal jobs skip.
Licensed waste disposal
All removed foam and debris is bagged on site and taken to a licensed facility. You get documentation of disposal as part of the job pack, which is useful if a lender or buyer asks how the waste was handled.
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What we do: We prioritise lender-driven jobs and can often attend the same day. The crew removes the foam, checks the timbers and issues a report with photos and moisture readings that satisfies the lender's requirements.
→ The sale proceeds, usually within two to three weeks, without the buyer pulling out or renegotiating the price.
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What we do: We fit the job in around the tenancy date, contain all dust so the property stays presentable, and clear the loft in a single visit. The written summary documents the work for the landlord's records.
→ The EPC is updated, the tenancy starts on time and the landlord avoids a void period.
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What we do: We survey with a moisture meter and thermal imaging camera, confirm the foam is the cause, and remove it the same day where access allows. Ventilation at the eaves is checked and restored.
→ Condensation stops within a fortnight and stored belongings in the loft stay dry.
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What we do: We mobilise a crew with scaffolding and access equipment, remove the foam in sections to keep the building usable, and document the work with photos for the inspection file.
→ The roof passes inspection and the business avoids disruption during trading hours.
Cheltenham's building stock shapes how we work. The town has a large share of 1930s semis, Victorian terraces in Montpellier and Tivoli, and post-war houses in Whaddon and Rowanfield. Many have shallow lofts with older felt and limited eaves ventilation, which is exactly the combination that makes spray foam fail. We check the roof void with a boroscope before quoting, because foam depth and timber condition vary street to street. For emergency spray foam removal Cheltenham Gloucestershire jobs, we keep a crew free most mornings and can usually be on site the same day. If you need spray foam removal today in Cheltenham Gloucestershire, ring before 11am and we will give you a realistic arrival window. Weather matters too: we avoid roof-level work in heavy rain or high winds, but loft extraction goes ahead in almost any conditions.
Pittville
Period properties with shallow roof voids and older felt. Foam here often blocks ventilation and causes condensation on cold mornings, so we check eaves gaps carefully.
Charlton Kings
A mix of 1930s semis and newer builds. Foam is commonly found between rafters, and lenders frequently flag it during sales, so we keep same day slots open.
Leckhampton
Larger detached homes with converted lofts. Access is usually straightforward, which makes same day removal realistic for most jobs.
Bishops Cleeve
Post-war housing with limited loft space. We use a boroscope to survey before quoting, as foam depth varies considerably from house to house.
Brockworth
A mix of residential and commercial roofs. Warehouse and larger roof foam removal here often needs scaffolding, which we arrange as part of the quote.
Older roof felt with limited eaves ventilation
Foam seals the void and traps moisture, accelerating timber rot. We restore a 50mm ventilation gap at the eaves as standard after removal.
Cold, damp winters across Gloucestershire
Condensation forms on cold surfaces inside the roof void. Removing foam and restoring airflow stops the drips that damage stored items and ceilings.
Period properties with fragile rafters
Aggressive removal can damage old timber. We use thermal removal tools and dry ice blasting where needed to lift foam gently.
Tight loft access in terraced housing
Small hatches slow containment and extraction. We plan access during the phone assessment so the same day slot stays realistic.
Spray foam causes more damage the longer it stays in. These are the issues we see most often on Cheltenham roofs, and what happens if they are left alone.
Problem
The sale stalls, the chain collapses and you may lose your buyer entirely. Foam in the roof void is one of the most common reasons a lender down-values a Cheltenham property.
Our Fix
We remove the foam, check the timbers and supply a dated report with photos and moisture readings. Lenders and surveyors accept that evidence, and most sales get back on track within weeks.
Problem
Foam seals the roof void, so moisture from the house has nowhere to escape. Over a few winters, battens and rafters soften, and structural repairs can run into thousands of pounds.
Our Fix
Our survey uses a moisture meter and thermal imaging camera to find damp before it spreads. We remove the foam, open the ventilation back up and flag any rot early so you can deal with it while it is still minor.
Problem
Water collects on cold felt and drips onto stored belongings, ceilings and insulation. It also feeds mould, which affects air quality and can damage plasterboard from above.
Our Fix
Removing the foam restores airflow through the roof void. We clear the blockage, vacuum the loft and confirm the ventilation gap at the eaves, so condensation stops forming on cold mornings.
Problem
Foam hides failed flashing, cracked tiles and damp patches that would otherwise be obvious. By the time a stain appears on the ceiling, the leak has often been running for months.
Our Fix
We use a boroscope and thermal imaging camera to inspect behind and beneath the foam before removal. Any leak paths are identified and reported, so you can get them fixed alongside the extraction work.
Spray foam that has failed does not fix itself. Here is what a proper same day removal actually gives you back.
Mortgage chain kept alive
Lenders routinely refuse mortgages on properties with spray foam in the roof. We remove it, photograph the clean timbers, and give you a dated report your lender or buyer's surveyor can work from. That is often the difference between a sale completing in weeks and a chain collapsing entirely.
Trapped moisture released
Foam sprayed directly onto old felt or between rafters seals the roof void. Moisture from the house then has nowhere to go. We open the roof space back up, check timbers with a moisture meter, and flag any rot early, before it spreads into structural rafters and costs thousands to put right.
Insulation done properly after
Once the foam is out, you can fit the right insulation for the building. That usually means mineral wool or rigid insulation boards with a vapour barrier, leaving a clear 50mm ventilation gap at the eaves. Done correctly, it performs better than the foam ever did and keeps your Energy Performance Certificate valid.
Clean, contained extraction
Foam dust is nasty. We seal the loft hatch, run an air scrubber and industrial vacuum, and wear full respirator kit throughout. Floors, stairwells and carpets are sheeted before we start. When we leave, the only evidence we were there is a clear loft and a written summary of what came out.
Google ★★★★★4.9
Rang on a Monday morning about foam in our Cheltenham loft and they were here by lunchtime. Cleared it in five hours, sealed the hatch so no dust came through, and sent photos for our lender the same evening. Exactly what we needed.
Google ★★★★★4.8
Professional from start to finish. The survey found damp on two rafters we did not know about, and they documented it clearly. Foam removed in a day and the loft was left cleaner than they found it.
Checkatrade ★★★★★4.9
Used them for a rental property in Charlton Kings. Same day booking, fair fixed price and no mess. The report they provided satisfied our lender straight away, which saved the sale.
Google ★★★★★5.0
We had condensation dripping in the loft every winter. They diagnosed the foam as the cause, removed it in a day and restored the ventilation. No drips since. Straight-talking and easy to deal with.
Spray Foam Heritage Homes has been removing spray foam since 2021, working on Cheltenham lofts, roofs and cavity walls across Gloucestershire. Our technicians hold PASMA and IPAF access qualifications, work to CHAS and SafeContractor standards, and follow BPCA guidance on containment and waste handling. We have cleared foam from Victorian terraces in Montpellier, 1970s estates in Whaddon and barn conversions out towards Painswick. Every job is assessed with a moisture meter and thermal imaging camera before we quote, because guessing on foam removal is how timber rot gets missed.
Real answers to the questions we hear most often from local homeowners and property managers.
If you are searching for spray foam removal near me, we cover every Cheltenham postcode with the same crew and kit. Same day slots are held for urgent jobs, and the on-site survey confirms the fixed price before any work starts.
View Spray Foam Removal near meOur 24/7 spray foam removal line handles out-of-hours calls for collapsed sales and lender deadlines. Ring any time and you will speak to someone who can book a Cheltenham crew for the next available same day slot, including weekends.
View 24/7 Spray Foam RemovalMost of our same day work is residential: lofts, rafters and roof voids in Cheltenham houses. We sheet floors, seal the hatch and contain dust so your home stays liveable while we work, then hand you a written summary for your lender.
View Residential Spray Foam RemovalWe clear spray foam from commercial roofs, warehouses and agricultural buildings around Cheltenham. Same day response is available for smaller commercial units, with scaffolding and access equipment arranged as part of the job.
View Commercial Spray Foam RemovalLoft spray foam removal is our most common same day call-out in Cheltenham. We cut foam back to clean timber, check moisture readings and leave the loft ready for new insulation boards and a vapour barrier, usually within a single visit.
View loft spray foam removalFoam sprayed between rafters blocks roof ventilation and traps moisture. Our roof spray foam removal service opens the void back up, checks for rot and restores airflow, often the same day you call if access and weather allow.
View roof spray foam removalCall us on 01242375143 or email [email protected] and we will arrange a free survey at your Cheltenham property. Our phone line is answered 24/7, and we aim to book surveys within 48 hours across Gloucestershire. If you have photos of the foam, send them over and we can often give you an initial view before we visit.
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