How to Choose a Spray Foam Removal Company You Can Trust
Essential criteria for selecting the right specialist
⚠️ Choose Carefully
Choosing the wrong removal company can cost you thousands in wasted money, improper work that lenders won't accept, and even additional timber damage. Take time to select the right specialist.
Essential Criteria Checklist
✓ 1. Proven Experience
What to look for:
- Minimum 50+ completed removal projects
- At least 3 years in business
- Specialization in spray foam removal (not just general contracting)
- Portfolio of before/after photos
Red flag: Companies offering removal as a side service or newly formed businesses
✓ 2. Proper Insurance
What to look for:
- Public liability insurance: £5 million minimum
- Professional indemnity insurance
- Employers' liability insurance (if they have staff)
- Willingness to provide certificate copies
Red flag: Reluctance to show insurance documents or coverage below £5 million
✓ 3. Lender-Approved Methods
What to look for:
- Manual removal using hand tools only
- No mechanical scrapers or heat guns
- Understanding of lender requirements
- Experience with mortgage-related removals
Red flag: Suggesting "faster" mechanical methods or chemical removal
✓ 4. Transparent Pricing
What to look for:
- Detailed written quotes
- Clear breakdown of all costs
- Upfront about disposal fees, VAT, etc.
- No pressure tactics or "today only" discounts
Red flag: Vague pricing, reluctance to provide written quotes, or suspiciously low prices
✓ 5. Certification Capability
What to look for:
- Provides lender-compliant certificates
- Works with qualified surveyors
- Understands certification requirements
- Can show examples of past certificates
Red flag: Doesn't mention certification or claims it's unnecessary
✓ 6. Verifiable References
What to look for:
- Recent client testimonials (within 6 months)
- Contactable references you can speak with
- Online reviews on multiple platforms
- Case studies with outcomes
Red flag: No references, only old testimonials, or suspicious 5-star reviews
Questions to Ask Before Hiring
- 1. How many spray foam removal projects have you completed in the last 12 months?
- 2. Can you provide copies of your insurance certificates?
- 3. What removal method do you use, and is it lender-approved?
- 4. Do you provide lender-compliant certification, and what does it include?
- 5. What happens if you discover timber damage during removal?
- 6. Can you provide references from recent projects I can contact?
- 7. What's included in your quote? (disposal, certification, cleaning, etc.)
- 8. How long will the project take, and what's your timeline?
- 9. Do you handle timber repairs if needed, or use subcontractors?
- 10. What guarantees or warranties do you provide?
Major Red Flags to Avoid
Requests large upfront deposits (50%+) before work starts
Cash-only payments or requests to avoid VAT
No physical business address or company registration
Pressure to sign contracts immediately
Prices significantly lower than competitors (30%+ cheaper)
Vague about methods or says "any method works"
No written contract or terms and conditions
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