Free loft survey
A full inspection with boroscope, moisture meter and thermal imaging camera, plus photos of everything we find. You get an honest recommendation and a written fixed quote, with no charge for the visit.
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What our Spray Foam Removal near me in Cheltenham includes
Every job is quoted as a complete package so you know what you are paying for. Removal, extraction, timber inspection and waste disposal are all in the price. Reinsulation is quoted separately once we have seen the roof, because it depends on what we find under the foam.
Full foam extraction
Removal of open cell and closed cell foam from rafters, loft floors and cavity walls using dry ice blasting, thermal tools or sand blasting equipment as the timber requires. Every scrap is bagged and taken away.
Timber condition check
Once the foam is off we inspect every rafter, batten and purlin for rot, staining and old leaks. Anything needing treatment is photographed and priced before we continue, so there are no surprises later.
Dust control and extraction
Loft hatches are sealed, floors sheeted, and an industrial vacuum and air scrubber run throughout. Most customers stay in the property while we work, and we clean the site at the end of every day.
Completion pack
Before and after photos, moisture readings, method notes and a workmanship warranty, all in one document you can send to a lender, surveyor or insurer. This is the paperwork that gets stalled mortgages moving.
What Spray Foam Removal near me in Cheltenham actually involves
Spray Foam Removal near me in Cheltenham means taking out the polyurethane foam that was pumped between rafters, across loft floors or into cavity walls, then restoring the roof to a state that ventilates properly. We use a dry ice blasting machine, thermal removal tools and an industrial vacuum to lift open cell spray foam and closed cell spray foam off timber without gouging the wood. A boroscope and thermal imaging camera check for trapped moisture and hidden leaks before we quote. Every job ends with the roof space clean, dry and ready for insulation boards or a vapour barrier.
Cheltenham homes need this more than most. The town has thousands of stone and brick Victorian terraces, 1930s semis and post-war builds where spray foam was sold as a cheap fix, and it has since blocked roof ventilation, cooked the battens and trapped condensation against the felt. Lenders now flag it at valuation, and we get calls weekly from homeowners facing mortgage refusal. If you have been searching for spray foam removal close to me Cheltenham Gloucestershire, we run free surveys across GL50, GL51 and GL52 and tell you straight whether the foam has to come out or can stay.
How our spray foam removal process works
Five steps, no surprises. You get a fixed price before we start, and you know what happens on each day of the job.
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Schedule
Call or book online — a real human picks up and confirms a 2-hour arrival window.
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Diagnose
Licensed tech inspects on-site, then walks you through the cause and your options.
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Fix
The job is completed to code and done right the first time — no shortcuts, no surprises.
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Guarantee
Every job backed by a written workmanship warranty — and we stand behind it.
Tools and methods we use
Tools & Equipment
Dry ice blasting machine
Lifts open cell spray foam off rafters without water or chemicals. Ideal for older timbers where you want the wood left clean and dry for inspection.
Sand blasting equipment
Used on stubborn closed cell spray foam that has bonded hard to brick or block. Dust is controlled with sheeting and an air scrubber running throughout.
Thermal removal tools
Soften foam so it can be peeled away in sheets. Useful in tight corners where blasting would be too aggressive or too messy.
Industrial vacuum and air scrubber
Captures foam dust at the point of removal and keeps the air in your home clean. Both run continuously on every job we do.
Boroscope and moisture meter
Let us see behind timbers and measure how wet they are. These readings drive our recommendation on whether removal is necessary and how far rot has spread.
Thermal imaging camera
Shows cold spots, hidden leaks and where foam has blocked ventilation. It is the fastest way to understand what is actually happening in a roof.
Scaffolding and respirators
Safe access for roof-level work, and full respiratory protection for our technicians. PASMA and IPAF tickets cover the access side.
Methods & Standards
Dry ice blasting
Our default method for delicate timber. Dry ice pellets lift foam on impact and sublimate, so there is no water and no chemical residue left in the roof space. Timbers come out clean and ready for inspection.
Sand blasting
Reserved for hard-set closed cell foam on masonry. It gets back to a clean surface quickly, and we manage the dust with sealed sheeting and continuous extraction so the rest of the house stays unaffected.
Thermal softening
Heat is applied to soften foam so it can be peeled off in sections. This suits awkward corners and fragile timbers where a blasting approach would risk damage.
Ventilation reinstatement
Once the foam is out we restore the airflow path along the rafter line, then fit insulation boards, timber battens and a vapour barrier to current standards. The roof ends up performing better than it did before the foam went in.
When Cheltenham homeowners call us
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A surveyor flags spray foam during a house sale in Lansdown and the buyer's lender puts the mortgage on hold.
What we do: We survey the loft within 48 hours, confirm what type of foam is present, and quote a fixed price for removal. Work is usually booked in within a fortnight, and we produce the completion report your broker needs.
→ The lender signs off, the sale completes, and you have a documented roof rather than an awkward question at every future valuation.
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A 1930s semi in Charlton Kings has had foam in the loft for eight years and the felt drips every January.
What we do: We remove the foam with dry ice blasting, check the rafters for rot, and reinstate proper ventilation along the rafter line. The whole job takes two days on site.
→ No more winter drips, a drier loft, and timber that will last another fifty years rather than another five.
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A landlord in Hatherley needs foam out of a rental property between tenancies and cannot afford a long void period.
What we do: We schedule removal to fit the void, work full days to keep it tight, and clear the site at the end of each day. Access is arranged directly with the letting agent.
→ The property is back on the market on time, with paperwork showing the roof has been brought back to a standard insurers are happy with.
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A homeowner in Pittville has foam injected into cavity walls and notices damp patches on internal walls.
What we do: We remove the cavity wall foam through targeted access points, check the wall for bridging and moisture damage, and make good afterwards.
→ The damp patches dry out, the wall can breathe again, and the property is no longer carrying a hidden defect that would surface at the next survey.
How Spray Foam Removal near me in Cheltenham runs locally
Cheltenham is a town of old roofs. Victorian terraces around Montpellier and Tivoli, 1930s semis in Hatherley and Warden Hill, post-war estates in Rowanfield and Whaddon, and a lot of stone-built cottages out towards Painswick and Cranham. Most of the spray foam we remove went in between 2010 and 2018, sold as a cheap way to stop draughts, and it has since trapped moisture against felt that was never designed to be sealed. Our winters are damp rather than freezing, which means condensation builds slowly and quietly for years before anyone notices. That is why we always check with a moisture meter and thermal imaging camera rather than assuming. If you have been looking for affordable spray foam removal near me Cheltenham Gloucestershire, we survey for free and quote honestly. We also work around the town's access quirks, from narrow lanes in The Suffolks to parking restrictions near the town centre, so scaffolding and equipment are planned before we arrive.
Neighborhoods We Serve
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Montpellier
Lots of large Victorian villas with steep roofs and original rafters. Access can be tight, so we plan scaffold placement carefully before booking removal days.
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Charlton Kings
A high proportion of 1930s semis where spray foam was installed in the loft floor. These are usually straightforward removals with good loft access.
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Pittville
Period properties with cavity walls as well as loft foam. We often combine cavity wall spray foam removal with a loft job on the same visit.
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Bishops Cleeve
Newer estates where foam was added later by homeowners. Foam tends to be shallower, so removal is quicker and the timber is usually in good condition.
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Hatherley
Popular with landlords, so we frequently work between tenancies. Scheduling is arranged directly with letting agents to keep void periods short.
Local Conditions We Plan For
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Damp Gloucestershire winters with mild but persistent condensation
Moisture builds up slowly against sealed felt and rots timbers over several seasons. We always take moisture readings before quoting, because the damage is rarely visible from the loft hatch.
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Older housing stock with original rafters and no modern ventilation
These roofs rely on airflow along the rafter line. Foam blocks that path, so removal has to be done carefully to avoid damaging soft or aged timber.
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Narrow lanes and restricted parking in central Cheltenham
Affects where scaffolding and equipment can be positioned. We plan access during the survey so removal days run without delays.
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Lender and surveyor scrutiny at valuation
Spray foam is now a standard flag on mortgage surveys in this area. Our completion pack is written to answer the questions surveyors actually ask.
Foam-filled loft in Lansdown cleared for sale
Problems our spray foam removal near me in Cheltenham solves
Spray foam rarely causes trouble on day one. It causes trouble two or three winters later, when the moisture it trapped has had time to work on the timbers.
Problem
Mortgage lender refuses to lend on a foam-filled roof
Your sale stalls, your buyer walks, and you are back to viewings with a surveyor's report you cannot argue with. Every week of delay costs you money and momentum.
Our Fix
We survey within 48 hours, remove the foam, and hand you a report with before and after photos and moisture readings. Brokers and surveyors in Cheltenham accept our paperwork, and most stalled sales get back on track within three weeks.
Problem
Condensation dripping from the roof felt every winter
Water runs down the felt, soaks into timbers and insulation, and eventually stains ceilings. Left alone, it rots battens and purlins from the inside out.
Our Fix
Foam across the rafters blocks the ventilation path, so we clear it and reinstate airflow. We check the timbers while we are up there and replace anything that has already gone soft. Most customers see the condensation stop within a fortnight.
Problem
Timber rot hidden behind the foam
Rot spreads along a rafter faster than most people expect. By the time a ceiling sags, you are looking at structural repairs rather than a straightforward removal.
Our Fix
Our boroscope and moisture meter readings show how far the damage has gone before we quote. We remove the foam, treat or replace affected timbers, and document the whole job so you know exactly what state your roof is in.
Problem
Insulation failure and cold rooms below
Foam that has shrunk, cracked or separated from the timber stops insulating properly. Rooms below run cold, heating bills climb, and the roof space stays damp.
Our Fix
We take the failed foam out and reinstate insulation boards and a vapour barrier to current standards. That means a warmer house, lower bills and a roof that performs the way it was supposed to in the first place.
Why Cheltenham homeowners book us
Spray foam that was meant to save you money often does the opposite. Here is what changes once it is out and the roof can breathe again.
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Unblocks roof ventilation
Foam sprayed across rafters seals the gap that lets air move through the loft. We open that path back up, so warm damp air escapes instead of condensing on cold felt. On a typical Cheltenham semi we clear 40 to 60 square metres of rafter line in a single day, and the loft humidity drops within a fortnight.
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Clears mortgage refusal
Most high street lenders will not lend against a roof packed with spray foam because a surveyor cannot inspect the timbers. We produce a removal report with before and after photos you can hand to your broker. Homeowners in Lansdown and Pittville have used ours to get valuations back on track inside three weeks.
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Stops timber rot early
Trapped moisture rots rafters, battens and purlins from the inside, and you rarely see it until a ceiling sags. Our moisture meter and boroscope readings tell us how far the damage has gone. Catching it early saves the structural timbers; leaving it two more winters usually means replacing them.
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Restores insurability
Some insurers now ask whether spray foam is present before they will quote. Removing it and reinstating proper insulation boards and a vapour barrier puts your roof back into a standard risk category. We document the whole job so you have a paper trail if the question comes up again at renewal.
Accredited, insured and documented
Licensed & Certified
- CHAS accreditation — issued by CHAS
- Constructionline registration — issued by Constructionline
- SafeContractor approval — issued by SafeContractor
- PASMA access tower ticket — issued by PASMA
- IPAF powered access licence — issued by IPAF
Verified Reviews
Google ★★★★★4.9
Surveyed our loft in Lansdown two days after we called and gave us a fixed price on the spot. Foam was out within a fortnight and the report satisfied our buyer's lender. Straightforward, tidy and no mess left behind.
Google ★★★★★5.0
Used them for a rental in Hatherley between tenancies. They worked around the letting agent's schedule and finished in two days. The paperwork was exactly what our insurer asked for at renewal.
Checkatrade ★★★★★4.8
Our 1930s semi had foam in the loft for years and dripped every winter. They explained exactly why, removed it with dry ice blasting and reinstated the ventilation. No drips this year and the loft is finally dry.
Google ★★★★★4.9
Cavity wall foam in a Pittville period property was causing damp patches. Two other firms could not find the cause. These guys removed it, made good and the walls have been dry since. Fair price for the amount of work involved.
Five years stripping foam across Gloucestershire
Spray Foam Heritage Homes has been removing spray foam since 2021, and in that time we have worked on hundreds of lofts, rafters and cavity walls across Cheltenham and the surrounding villages. Our technicians hold PASMA and IPAF access tickets, and we work to CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor standards on every site. We know the difference between Icynene, Lapolla and Demilec foam on sight, and we know which of them comes off cleanly and which needs dry ice blasting. That experience is why surveyors and brokers accept our removal reports.
- PASMA and IPAF trained for safe scaffold and tower access on Cheltenham roofs
- CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accredited for domestic and commercial work
- Hundreds of lofts cleared since 2021 across Gloucestershire
- Experienced with Icynene, Lapolla and Demilec spray foam systems
- Written removal reports accepted by mortgage lenders and surveyors
Frequently Asked Questions
Real answers to the questions we hear most often from local homeowners and property managers.
Where can I find spray foam removal near me in Cheltenham?
You have found us. Spray Foam Heritage Homes covers all of Cheltenham and Gloucestershire from our base in town, and we have been removing spray foam since 2021. Call 01242375143 and we will book a free survey, usually within 48 hours. If you are in Lansdown, Pittville, Charlton Kings or anywhere with a GL postcode, we are already working nearby most weeks.
How quickly can you get to my property for spray foam removal in Cheltenham?
Surveys are usually booked within 48 hours of your call, and most removals start within one to two weeks. Urgent cases, such as a mortgage deadline or a leaking roof, can often be brought forward. For 24/7 spray foam removal near me Cheltenham enquiries, call the same number and we will tell you honestly what is possible.
Is there a local spray foam removal company in Cheltenham Gloucestershire?
Yes, and we are it. We are a Cheltenham-based team, not a national franchise, and we work across Gloucestershire including Bishops Cleeve, Brockworth, Churchdown and Quedgeley. Being local means we know the roof types, the access, and the paperwork lenders in this area expect. You deal with the same people from survey to handover.
Do you cover my area for spray foam removal near me in Cheltenham?
Almost certainly. We cover every Cheltenham neighbourhood including Montpellier, Tivoli, The Suffolks, Hatherley, Warden Hill and Prestbury, plus surrounding villages such as Shurdington, Painswick and Upton St Leonards. If you are unsure, ring 01242375143 with your postcode and we will confirm the same day. There is no call-out charge for the survey.
Related Services
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When a surveyor is booked and the foam has to go, we can sometimes mobilise the same day across Cheltenham. Call early and we will tell you what is realistic for your property.
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For urgent situations such as a leaking roof or a collapsed ceiling, we run an out-of-hours line. Foam removal itself is a daytime job, but we will get someone out to make your property safe.
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Most of our work is domestic: terraces, semis and detached homes across Cheltenham. We handle access, dust control and reinstatement so you can stay living in the property while we work.
View Residential Spray Foam RemovalCommercial Spray Foam Removal
We also strip foam from commercial roofs, workshops and offices in and around Cheltenham. Work is scheduled around your operating hours, with out-of-hours shifts available for busy sites.
View Commercial Spray Foam Removalloft spray foam removal
The most common job we do. Foam sprayed across loft floors and rafters traps moisture and blocks ventilation, and we remove it carefully before reinstating proper insulation.
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Foam applied directly to roof timbers is the hardest to shift. We use dry ice blasting and thermal tools to lift it without damaging the rafters, then check the timbers underneath.
View roof spray foam removalContact our Cheltenham team
Call 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.
Spray Foam Heritage Homes
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Address
15-21 Clarence Street, Cheltenham, GL50 3JL, UK, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire
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Hours
Mon–Fri: 7AM – 7PM
Sat: 8AM – 4PM
Sun: Emergency Only
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