Full loft survey
Boroscope, moisture meter and thermal imaging camera checks on rafters, battens and felt. You get photos and a written scope before any work starts, so you know exactly what is coming out and why.
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What our sand blasting service includes
Every quote covers the full removal, not just the blasting. If something extra is needed, such as scaffold or timber treatment, we price it upfront rather than adding it on the day.
Dust-controlled blasting
Sealed containment, air scrubber and industrial vacuum on every internal job. We use sand blasting equipment with adjustable pressure, plus a dry ice blasting machine on delicate or heritage roofs.
Debris removal and disposal
All foam debris is bagged and removed from site for responsible disposal. We do not leave bags in your loft or skip on the drive for you to deal with afterwards.
Timber inspection and treatment
Once the timber is bare, we check every rafter and batten for rot or active infestation. Any treatment needed is carried out and documented, with moisture readings taken before and after.
Photo report for lenders
Before-and-after photos, moisture readings and a written summary of the work. This is the pack surveyors and mortgage lenders ask for when spray foam has been flagged on a property.
sand blasting spray foam insulation removal in Cheltenham, Gloucestershire
Sand blasting spray foam insulation removal in Cheltenham, Gloucestershire is a controlled abrasive process that strips cured polyurethane foam off rafters, tiles and battens using compressed air and a fine media, then captures the debris with an industrial vacuum and air scrubber. We dial the pressure down to suit the substrate, so a soft 1930s roof tile gets a gentler pass than a modern concrete interlocking tile. The result is bare timber you can inspect, treat and re-insulate.
Most Cheltenham jobs we see start the same way: a surveyor flags spray foam at mortgage stage, or a homeowner notices condensation and trapped moisture in a loft that has been sealed for years. Foam blocks roof ventilation, hides leaks and rots battens quietly. If you have been searching for abrasive blasting spray foam removal near me Cheltenham Gloucestershire, we cover the whole town and the surrounding villages.
What happens on the day
Every job follows the same five steps. You get a clear start time, a dust-controlled work area and a walkthrough at the end.
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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
Sand blasting equipment
Adjustable-pressure blasting rig for stripping cured polyurethane foam off rafters, battens and tiles without gouging the timber.
Dry ice blasting machine
Used on delicate or heritage roofs where abrasive media would be too aggressive. Frozen CO2 pellets lift the foam without damaging fragile tiles.
Industrial vacuum and air scrubber
Captures foam dust and debris at source so it does not migrate into the living space. Essential on every internal loft job.
Boroscope and moisture meter
Lets us inspect behind felt and inside battens, and measure timber moisture before and after removal. The readings go into your report.
Thermal imaging camera
Reveals hidden leaks, cold bridging and areas of trapped moisture that are not visible to the eye during the initial survey.
Scaffolding and respirators
Safe access for roof-level work, plus full PPE for the blasting team. All scaffold work is carried out to PASMA and IPAF standards.
Methods & Standards
Staged pressure blasting
We work the foam off in controlled passes rather than one heavy hit, adjusting pressure for each substrate. That is how we remove dense closed cell foam without cracking tiles or scoring the rafters underneath.
Dry ice blasting
For delicate or listed roofs, dry ice blasting removes foam using frozen CO2 pellets instead of abrasive media. It is gentler on the substrate and leaves no secondary blasting residue to clear.
Thermal softening
On foam that has cured hard onto timber, we apply controlled heat to soften the bond before blasting. It reduces the pressure needed and lowers the risk to the roof structure.
Containment and extraction
Every internal job runs sealed containment with an air scrubber and industrial vacuum. Dust is captured at the source, which is why families can stay in the house while we work.
When to book spray foam removal
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A surveyor has flagged spray foam on a property you are buying or selling in Cheltenham.
What we do: We survey within 48 hours, quote a fixed price and schedule the removal around your sale timeline. The photo report is issued the same day we finish.
→ Your lender gets the documentation it needs and the sale moves forward without a full re-roof.
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Your loft has been damp since the foam went in, with condensation on the hatch or felt.
What we do: We strip the foam, restore the ventilation gap and check the timber with a moisture meter. Any early rot is treated before we finish.
→ The loft dries out, the damp patches stop returning and the roof structure is protected.
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You are re-insulating and need the old foam out before new insulation boards go in.
What we do: We blast the foam back to bare timber, clear the debris and leave the loft ready for a vapour barrier and insulation boards. We can quote the re-insulation at the same time.
→ A clean, inspectable loft that takes new insulation properly instead of trapping moisture again.
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A commercial unit or warehouse in Gloucestershire has failed foam across a large roof area.
What we do: We plan the work around your operating hours, supply RAMS and CHAS accreditation, and run the blasting in phases so your business keeps running.
→ The roof is cleared, documented and ready for repair or replacement without a full shutdown.
How sand blasting spray foam removal runs in Cheltenham
Cheltenham's housing stock splits into two broad types, and each behaves differently under blasting. The Regency and Victorian terraces around Montpellier, Lansdown and Tivoli have clay tiles, older felt and tight loft spaces, so we use lower pressure and often a dry ice blasting machine to protect the roof covering. The post-war and modern estates in Hatherley, Benhall and Charlton Kings have concrete tiles and more loft headroom, which makes sand blasting spray foam insulation removal Cheltenham straightforward and usually a single-day job. Either way, the local climate matters. Cheltenham sits in a damp valley, and winters bring long spells of condensation. Foam that blocks roof ventilation turns that moisture into rot fast, which is why we check every batten with a moisture meter rather than assuming the timber is sound. If you have been searching for sand blasting spray foam insulation removal in Bath Road Cheltenham or anywhere across the GL50 to GL53 postcodes, we cover the whole area and can usually survey within 48 hours.
Neighborhoods We Serve
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Montpellier
Regency terraces with clay tiles and tight loft access. We use lower blasting pressure and dry ice on the delicate roofs here.
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Charlton Kings
A mix of older cottages and post-war semis. Foam removal here often reveals damp battens that need treating before re-insulation.
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Pittville
Large period properties with complex roof shapes. Scaffold planning and careful containment matter more than raw blasting speed.
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Hatherley
Modern estates with concrete tiles and good loft access. Most jobs here are single-day removals with straightforward clearance.
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Bishops Cleeve
Growing residential area with a mix of new-build and older housing. We cover it on the same schedule as central Cheltenham.
Local Conditions We Plan For
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Damp valley climate with long winter condensation spells
Foam that blocks ventilation traps that moisture against the timber. We check moisture readings before and after removal so you can see the difference.
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Older clay tile roofs in central Cheltenham
These need lower blasting pressure and often dry ice instead of abrasive media to avoid cracking brittle tiles.
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Tight loft access in period terraces
We plan containment and extraction around narrow hatches, which adds setup time but keeps dust out of the house.
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Listed and heritage properties
Gentler methods and full documentation are required. We use dry ice blasting and photograph every stage for the record.
Montpellier terrace, foam stripped in a day
Problems our sand blasting foam removal solves
Foam that seemed like a good idea ten years ago is now causing surveys to fail and lofts to sweat. Here is what we fix most often in Cheltenham.
Problem
Mortgage lender refuses to lend on a foam-insulated roof
The sale stalls, the buyer walks and you are left paying for a problem you did not create. Most high street lenders will not proceed until the foam is removed and documented.
Our Fix
We strip the foam, inspect the timber and supply a photo report with moisture readings. That is the evidence your lender and surveyor need to release the mortgage. We have turned several Cheltenham sales around inside two weeks.
Problem
Condensation and trapped moisture in the loft
Warm damp air cannot escape once foam seals the roof, so it condenses on the underside of tiles and felt. Left alone, that moisture rots battens and rafters from the inside.
Our Fix
Blasting the foam back restores the ventilation gap between tiles and felt. We check the moisture readings before and after, treat any early rot and leave the loft breathing again.
Problem
Hidden leaks masked by spray foam
Foam hides a leaking tile or flashing for years. By the time a stain appears on the ceiling, the battens and felt underneath may already be rotten.
Our Fix
Once the foam is off, we inspect the felt and battens with a boroscope and moisture meter. Any leak is identified and repaired before the roof is re-insulated, so you are not sealing a problem back in.
Problem
Foam blocking roof ventilation at the eaves
Foam sprayed right into the eaves blocks the airflow your roof was designed to use. That drives condensation, damp patches and eventually timber decay.
Our Fix
We clear the foam from the eaves and reinstate the ventilation path. If baffles or vents are missing, we fit them as part of the job so the roof performs the way it should.
Why strip spray foam the right way
Spray foam removal is not a scrape-and-hope job. Done properly, it restores ventilation, protects the timber and gives a surveyor something clean to sign off.
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Restores roof ventilation
Foam seals the gap between tiles and felt, so warm damp air has nowhere to go. Once we strip it back, air moves again and condensation stops forming on the underside of your roof covering. That alone fixes most of the damp patches we are called out to in Cheltenham.
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Protects timber from rot
Trapped moisture rots battens and rafters from the inside out. We use a moisture meter and boroscope before and after blasting, so you can see the readings drop. Catching it early saves the cost of a full roof strip and re-batten.
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Clears mortgage and survey blocks
Lenders routinely refuse mortgages on foam-insulated roofs. A clean, documented removal with photos gives your surveyor and lender what they need. We have helped homeowners across Gloucestershire get sales back on track after a surveyor flagged spray foam.
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Keeps the original roof covering
In most cases we can remove the foam without removing the tiles. That keeps your roof watertight and saves thousands compared with a full strip and re-roof. We only recommend tile removal when the battens underneath are already too far gone.
Accredited and insured
Licensed & Certified
- CHAS Accreditation — issued by CHAS
- SafeContractor Approval — issued by SafeContractor
- PASMA Certification — issued by Prefabricated Access Suppliers' and Manufacturers' Association
- IPAF Certification — issued by International Powered Access Federation
- Constructionline Registration — issued by Constructionline
Verified Reviews
Google ★★★★★4.9
Surveyed on Tuesday, blasted on Thursday, report on Friday. The lender accepted it and our sale went through. Dust was properly contained and they were tidy from start to finish.
Google ★★★★★5.0
They removed 40 square metres of closed cell foam from our Charlton Kings loft without cracking a single tile. Moisture readings were taken before and after and the rotten battens were replaced.
Checkatrade ★★★★★4.8
We had condensation in the loft every winter since the foam went in. They stripped it back, restored the ventilation and showed us the readings. Two winters on and it is still dry.
Google ★★★★★5.0
Fair fixed price, no upselling, and they told us honestly that we did not need a new roof. The photo report was exactly what our surveyor asked for.
Five years stripping foam in Gloucestershire
Spray Foam Heritage Homes has been removing spray foam since 2021, and in that time we have stripped lofts, attics, cavity walls and warehouses across Cheltenham and Gloucestershire. Our technicians hold PASMA and IPAF tickets for scaffold and access work, and we operate to CHAS and SafeContractor standards. We have worked alongside surveyors, mortgage lenders and building control on foam-related sales, so we know what documentation a lender wants to see. Every job is supervised by someone who has run a blasting rig for years, not a subcontractor picking it up for the first time.
- PASMA and IPAF certified for scaffold and powered access work
- CHAS and SafeContractor accredited for domestic and commercial sites
- Experienced with Icynene, Lapolla, Demilec, BASF and Huntsman foams
- Full photo documentation supplied for lenders and surveyors
- Dust-controlled blasting with air scrubber on every internal job
Frequently Asked Questions
Real answers to the questions we hear most often from local homeowners and property managers.
How much does sand blasting spray foam insulation removal cost in Cheltenham?
Most domestic lofts in Cheltenham run between 1,800 and 4,500 pounds in 2026, depending on roof size, foam thickness and access. A standard 3-bed semi with 60 square metres of roof is usually at the lower end. Larger detached properties, fragile tiles or cavity wall foam push the price up. We give you a fixed quote after the survey, so there are no surprises once the scaffold is up.
Is sand blasting safe for my roof in Cheltenham Gloucestershire?
Yes, when the pressure and media are matched to your tiles. We test a small area first and adjust before working the full roof. Clay and concrete tiles in Cheltenham generally handle it well. If your tiles are already brittle or the battens are soft, we will tell you and switch to a gentler method such as dry ice blasting rather than risk cracking them.
What is the best abrasive blasting spray foam removal near me in Cheltenham?
The best method is the one matched to your roof, not the one a contractor happens to own. For most Cheltenham lofts, fine-media sand blasting with adjustable pressure gives the cleanest result on timber. Dry ice blasting suits delicate or heritage roofs. We carry both, so we can choose on site rather than forcing your roof into one method.
Does sand blasting damage roof tiles in Cheltenham?
It can if the operator uses too much pressure or the wrong media. We blast the foam, not the tile face, and work in controlled passes. On a recent Charlton Kings job we removed 40 square metres of closed cell foam with zero tile breakages. If a tile does crack, we replace it and match the profile before we leave.
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View loft spray foam removalContact our Cheltenham team
Call us on 01242375143 or email info@sprayfoamheritagehomes.com 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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