A free spray foam insulation survey and written report.
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A spray foam insulation survey is a close inspection of your loft that records the foam type, where it has been sprayed, the condition of the timbers you can see and what should happen next. Ours is free, and you keep the written report and photos.
- Free, with no obligation
- Plain-English report with photos
- A clear recommendation you can act on
- FoamType and how it was applied
- CoverageApproximate area
- TimbersCondition where visible
- VentilationEaves and ridge
- RecommendationIn plain English
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Get ahead of your buyer's surveyor. Knowing what's in the roof before you list means fewer surprises once an offer is agreed.
Schedule a call backWhen to book a spray foam insulation survey.
- A valuation mentioned foamA surveyor or valuer has noted spray foam and couldn't inspect the timbers.
- You've found foam in the loftHard or spongy foam on the rafters or the underside of the roof.
- Before you put your home on the marketSo the facts are ready before a buyer's surveyor finds the foam.
- Before a remortgageEspecially if you're moving to a new lender who will send its own valuer.
- Damp, smells or condensationSigns that moisture may be building up behind the foam.
- No paperwork from the installerYou don't know who fitted it, when, or what type of foam was used.
Why a survey comes first.
- You see the factsPhotos and plain findings replace guesswork. You know what type of foam you have and what it's doing to the roof.
- It may not all need removingSome lofts need full removal, some need less. The survey tells you which, before you commit to anything.
- Others can rely on itYour broker, buyer or solicitor gets a dated report and photos, rather than a description passed on by phone.
What your survey report covers.
The report is yours to keep and share. It sets out what we saw, shows the photo behind each finding and ends with a clear recommendation.
- Property detailsAddress, property type and survey date
- Foam typeOpen cell or closed cell
- ApplicationSprayed onto felt, tiles, a membrane or between rafters
- CoverageApproximate area and depth
- Timber conditionWhat we could see, and any signs of damp or rot
- VentilationAirflow at the eaves and ridge
- Installer paperworkWhether any was available to us
- RecommendationNo action, partial removal or full removal
- PhotosDated photos of every area inspected
1Open-cell foam between rafters2Gable end, foam pulling away3Example: loft floor and hatch| Foam type | Open cell, between the raftersNoted |
| Timbers | Visible sections dry and firmSound |
| Moisture | Condensation marks at the gableCheck |
| Ventilation | Ridge vented, eaves partly blockedCheck |
| Felt | Not visible behind the foamNoted |
What your survey can recommend.
If the foam isn't causing harm and your plans don't require removal, we'll say so and explain what to keep an eye on.
Where foam is only a problem in certain areas, we can target those areas and fix what's underneath.
Where the foam is trapping moisture or holding up a sale or mortgage, we recommend clearing it and give you a written quote.
How the survey works.
- 1Step 1Book a time
Schedule a call back online or call us. We talk it through, then confirm the inspection in writing.
- 2Step 2We inspect the loft
We check the foam, the timbers we can see and the airflow, and photograph each area.
- 3Step 3We write it up
You get a plain-English report with photos, usually within a few working days.
- 4Step 4You decide
If we recommend work, you get a written quote. There's no pressure and no deadline.
What a spray foam insulation survey checks.
A spray foam insulation survey answers three questions: what foam is in the roof, what it is doing to the roof, and what you should do about it. Everything we find goes into a written report with photos, so you aren't relying on a conversation in the hallway.
First, we identify the foam. Open-cell foam is soft and spongy; closed-cell foam is hard and rigid. We note how it was applied, because foam sprayed straight onto the felt or the back of the tiles behaves differently from foam sprayed onto a breathable membrane. We also record roughly how much of the roof is covered and how deep the foam is.
Next, we look at the timbers. Where the rafters and battens are visible, we check for staining, softness and signs of damp. Where foam covers them completely, we say so plainly, because that is often exactly what a lender's valuer has flagged.
Then we check whether the roof can breathe. Roofs rely on air moving through the eaves and ridge to carry moisture away. Foam can block that path, and condensation then has nowhere to go. We look at the eaves, any vents and the ridge from inside the loft.
If you'd like the outside of the roof checked as well, we can pair the survey with a free drone roof survey. That gives you photos of the tiles, slates, ridge and flashings from above, alongside the loft photos from below.
It's worth being clear about what our survey is. It's a contractor's inspection, carried out by people who remove spray foam and repair roofs. It isn't a RICS home survey or a mortgage valuation. Some lenders accept a contractor's report, and some ask for a chartered surveyor. Your broker can tell you which, and we are happy to share our photos and findings with any surveyor you instruct.
The Property Care Association publishes guidance for surveyors on inspecting roofs with spray foam, and RICS publishes a guide for homeowners. Our survey covers the points both focus on: foam type, application, timber condition and ventilation.
After the visit, we send the report, usually within a few working days. If we recommend removal or repairs, a written quote comes with it. If we think nothing needs doing yet, we'll tell you that too, and explain what to watch for.
See the difference. Hear it from them.
out of 10 · 5 reviewsBeforeAfterThe removal of badly installed foam insulation revealed damage that could only be properly fixed by replacement of the membrane and cracked tiles etc. Archie and his crew were quick, professional and responded well to all my questions and suggestions. Possibly not the cheapest but a job well done. Thank You John
→Finished jobs, with the photos.
Survey questions.
Anything else, just call. You'll speak to someone who knows roofs.
Call us07888 868356Is your spray foam survey really free?
Yes. The loft inspection, the written report and the photos are free, and there's no obligation to use us for any work. If we recommend removal or repairs, we give you a written quote and you decide in your own time. The report is yours to keep and share with whoever needs it.
Is your survey the same as a RICS survey?
No. Ours is a contractor's inspection by a team that removes spray foam and repairs roofs. A RICS survey is carried out by a chartered surveyor and covers the whole property. Some lenders accept a contractor's report, while others want a chartered surveyor. Ask your broker which your lender needs.
How long does a spray foam survey take?
How long the visit takes depends on the size of the loft and how easy it is to reach. We need safe access through the loft hatch and a clear route across the loft. We tell you when to expect the written report when we book.
Will a spray foam survey satisfy my mortgage lender?
It depends on the lender. Each sets its own rules, and they change. Some accept a specialist report with photos, some want the foam removed, and some ask for a chartered surveyor's report. Our survey gives your broker clear facts to take to lenders, but nobody can promise a lender's decision.
Can you survey a house I'm buying?
Yes, with the seller's permission. The seller or their agent will need to agree a time and give us access to the loft. We then send the report to you. It can help you decide whether to go ahead, ask the seller to deal with the foam, or talk to your lender first.
Do you need to cut into the foam?
If we need to disturb any foam to check the roof behind it, we explain why first and only go ahead with your permission. Anything we do is recorded in the report and photos, so you can see exactly what was touched and why.
Where this information comes from.
- RICS consumer guide: spray foam insulation
- Property Care Association: inspection protocol for sprayed foam insulation
- House of Commons Library: spray foam insulation and mortgages (CBP-10658)
- Yorkshire Evening Post: Property Care Association survey finds defects in 35% of homes with spray foam
General information, not legal, financial or mortgage advice. Lender, insurer and council rules vary and change, so check with them or a qualified adviser.
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