Best spray foam insulation removal in Taunton
Taunton is Somerset's county town, with a wide range of houses from Victorian terraces to post-war estates. Firms based in Bristol and further south both cover it.
No listed removal firm is based in Taunton yet, so these are the firms that say they cover it.
How we order firms in Taunton. Firms that publish more of the paperwork lenders ask for come first: a completion report, a free survey, no-deposit terms, a licensed waste carrier and re-insulation. Nobody pays for their position. Read each firm's reviews before you choose.
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Rapid Spray Foam Removal
BristolBristol-based specialist focused on homes where spray foam is holding up a sale or mortgage. Surveys the loft first, then gives a fixed price.
Completion reportFree surveyNo depositWaste carrierRe-insulation5 of 5 paperwork items published · covers Bristol and up to 70 miles aroundView profile - 2
Countrywide Roofing & Insulation Ltd
England and Wales (regional teams)Roofing and insulation contractor. Removes open-cell and closed-cell foam, inspects the timbers underneath and leaves the loft ready to re-insulate.
Completion reportFree surveyNo depositWaste carrierRe-insulation4 of 5 paperwork items published · covers England and WalesView profile - 3
Remove Sprayfoam Ltd
Chelmsford, Essex (nationwide)Limited company incorporated in December 2022. States it removed spray foam from over 1,800 properties in 2024 with an in-house team.
Completion reportFree surveyNo depositWaste carrierRe-insulation3 of 5 paperwork items published · covers NationwideView profile - 4
Roofing contractor with a spray foam removal service. It says it can often attend on the same day, and can carry out roof work when foam can't be removed.
Completion reportFree surveyNo depositWaste carrierRe-insulation2 of 5 paperwork items published · covers States its spray foam removal is nationwideView profile - 5
Elite Spray Foam Insulation Removal
South West EnglandRemoval firm covering residential lofts and commercial spaces, finishing with a final check so the property is ready for resale or re-insulation.
Completion reportFree surveyNo depositWaste carrierRe-insulation1 of 5 paperwork items published · covers Devon, Dorset, Bristol, Exeter, Cornwall, Somerset and WiltshireView profile - 6
Enviro House
UK-wide (Somerset, Devon and Cornwall pages)Insulation installer and spray foam removal firm. States work follows PCA standards with independent RICS surveyor sign-off, and offers 0% finance.
Completion reportFree surveyNo depositWaste carrierRe-insulation1 of 5 paperwork items published · covers Somerset, Devon, Cornwall and other UK regionsView profile - 7
Remove My Spray Foam Ltd
ManchesterManchester-based limited company, incorporated in April 2023, that specialises in spray foam removal and also installs insulation.
Completion reportFree surveyNo depositWaste carrierRe-insulation1 of 5 paperwork items published · covers The whole of the UKView profile - 8
Smart Solutions 365 Group Ltd
Weston-super-Mare, North SomersetHome improvement company with a dedicated spray foam removal team. Also handles roof rafter insulation, loft insulation and solar.
Completion reportFree surveyNo depositWaste carrierRe-insulation0 of 5 paperwork items published · covers South West, South Wales and Gloucestershire, plus a TrustATrader listing in OxfordView profile - 9
South West Spray Foam Removal
Bournemouth, BH10 6HFTrades as Spray Foam Removal SW from Hillview Business Centre, 2 Leybourne Avenue, Bournemouth.
Completion reportFree surveyNo depositWaste carrierRe-insulation0 of 5 paperwork items published · covers Dorset, Hampshire, Devon, Somerset and WiltshireView profile - 10
Taylormade Spray Foam Removal
ManchesterSpray foam removal firm that also lists cavity wall, loft, floor and roof insulation work.
Completion reportFree surveyNo depositWaste carrierRe-insulation0 of 5 paperwork items published · covers States it operates nationwideView profile
Spray foam removal prices in Taunton
Removal is priced mainly by roof area. Checkatrade's national guide puts the average at about £40 per square metre, or around £3,200 for an 80m² roof. Using that rate, here's roughly what common home sizes in Taunton would cost. We've highlighted a 2-bed terrace as a useful comparison for Taunton's Victorian and Edwardian terraces and post-war houses.
| Home | Roof area | At £40/m² |
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| 2-bed terrace (our comparison for Taunton) | about 50 m² | £2,000 |
| 3-bed semi | about 65 m² | £2,600 |
| 3-bed detached | about 80 m² | £3,200 |
| 4-bed detached | about 100 m² | £4,000 |
Rapid Spray Foam Removal, which covers Taunton, says most of its jobs fall between £3,000 and £5,500, with the price fixed after a free survey. Many Taunton terraces have small roofs, which keeps the price down, but tight hatches can add labour. Closed-cell foam, damaged timbers and re-insulation all add to the cost. Use the cost calculator to try your own roof size, then get a fixed price after a survey.
Taunton homes and spray foam
Much of the removal work in Taunton is in Victorian and Edwardian terraces and post-war houses. Here's what that means for the job.
Terraced houses usually have small lofts with a single hatch, so removal teams work in a tight space and carry every bag of foam through the house. The roof area is modest, which keeps the square-metre cost down, but awkward access can add a day. Party walls also matter: if foam was sprayed across into a neighbour's loft space, the firm should explain how it will deal with the boundary.
Post-war houses often have lower-pitched roofs and smaller loft hatches. Head height in the loft can be limited, which slows the work even when the roof area is small, so mention the hatch size when you ask for quotes.
Choosing a spray foam removal company in Taunton
No removal firm in the directory is based in Taunton yet, but 10 say they cover it. The nearest bases are listed on each firm's card. Here's how they compare on the paperwork your lender will look for:
- Completion report or certificate: 5 of the 10 firms say they provide one, including Rapid Spray Foam Removal, Countrywide Roofing & Insulation Ltd, Remove Sprayfoam Ltd and others.
- Free survey before quoting: 4 of the 10 firms say they offer one, including Rapid Spray Foam Removal, Countrywide Roofing & Insulation Ltd, Reebick Property Care Ltd and others.
- No deposit: 2 of the 10 firms say they don't take one: Rapid Spray Foam Removal and Remove Sprayfoam Ltd.
- Licensed waste carrier: 2 of the 10 firms say they use one: Rapid Spray Foam Removal and Countrywide Roofing & Insulation Ltd.
- Re-insulation after removal: 4 of the 10 firms say they re-insulate, including Rapid Spray Foam Removal, Countrywide Roofing & Insulation Ltd, Remove Sprayfoam Ltd and others.
A firm that doesn't publish something may still offer it, so ask. Our guide on how to choose a removal company covers the checks to make, including Companies House and the waste carrier register.
Listed buildings, planning and scams in Taunton
Somerset Council handles planning, listed building consent and conservation areas in Taunton. If your home is listed or in a conservation area, check with the council's planning team before any work to the roof. Removing foam inside a listed building can still need consent if it affects historic fabric.
If someone cold calls or knocks on your door in Taunton offering to remove spray foam, be careful. The Property Care Association has warned about fake surveyors and false claims that homes are on a "national database". You can report a doorstep trader to Trading Standards through the Citizens Advice consumer helpline.
What happens when you book removal in Taunton
- Survey. A firm visits your Taunton home to check the foam type, the roof area, the access and the membrane, then fixes the price.
- Removal. Checkatrade says most removals take two to five days, with large or hard-to-reach roofs taking longer.
- Clean-down and inspection. The timbers are cleaned so a surveyor can see them, and any damage is recorded.
- Waste and paperwork. The foam goes to a licensed site, and you get a completion report with photos and a waste transfer note.
- Re-insulation. New insulation goes in if it's part of the job.
Spray foam removal in Taunton: FAQs
How much does spray foam removal cost in Taunton?
Using Checkatrade's average of about £40 per m², a 2-bed terrace in Taunton (about 50 m² of roof) works out at around £2,000. Rapid Spray Foam Removal says most of its jobs are £3,000 to £5,500. Closed-cell foam, tight access and timber repairs push the price up. You'll get a fixed price after a survey.
Are there spray foam removal companies based in Taunton?
No firm in this directory is based in Taunton yet, but 10 firms say they cover it, including Rapid Spray Foam Removal, Countrywide Roofing & Insulation Ltd, Remove Sprayfoam Ltd and others.
Which firms covering Taunton provide a removal certificate?
5 firms say they do: Rapid Spray Foam Removal, Countrywide Roofing & Insulation Ltd, Remove Sprayfoam Ltd and others. Your lender's surveyor will want to see it.
Can I get a free spray foam survey in Taunton?
Yes. 4 firms covering Taunton say their survey or estimate is free, including Rapid Spray Foam Removal, Countrywide Roofing & Insulation Ltd, Reebick Property Care Ltd and others.
How long does spray foam removal take in Taunton?
Checkatrade says most removals take two to five days. In Taunton, tight terrace lofts can add time. Lead times depend on how busy firms are, so mention any sale or equity release deadline.
Do I need permission to remove spray foam from a listed building in Taunton?
You may. Somerset Council handles listed building consent in Taunton. If removal could affect historic timbers or other original fabric, check with the planning team before work starts.
Will removing spray foam fix my mortgage problem?
It deals with the issue most surveyors raise, but each lender decides case by case. A completion report with photos of the timbers and a waste transfer note give the lender's surveyor the evidence they need.
Are there grants for spray foam removal in Taunton?
There's no general government grant for removal. If your foam was fitted under the ECO or Great British Insulation Scheme, the original installer should put non-compliant work right, and the work should come with a guarantee.
Which removal firms covering Taunton don't ask for a deposit?
Rapid Spray Foam Removal and Remove Sprayfoam Ltd say they don't take a deposit. Others may, so check the payment terms in writing.
How do I get a spray foam removal quote in Taunton?
Use the quote form on this page and we'll match you with the most suitable contractor for Taunton, or contact any of the firms listed above directly.