Commercial Spray Foam Removal in Barnstaple is what we do, and we do it properly. Union Trust Spray Foam strips failed open cell and closed cell foam from offices, warehouses and commercial units across Barnstaple and Devon, using dry ice blasting and industrial vacuum equipment that leaves timber and plasterboard clean. If your building has foam that is trapping moisture, failing a survey or blocking a sale, we can get it out without wrecking the structure.
Commercial Spray Foam Removal in Barnstaple is the controlled stripping of spray-applied polyurethane foam from commercial buildings, and it is a different job to a domestic loft. We cut the foam back with a spray foam removal saw and oscillating multi-tool, then blast the residue off rafters and purlins with a dry ice blasting machine. An industrial vacuum and air scrubber run the whole time, so dust and isocyanate particles do not migrate into your stock, your office space or your staff's lungs.
Most commercial buildings in Barnstaple were foamed between 2010 and 2018, and by now the foam has done its job and started causing problems. Trapped moisture is the big one. We see roof timber rot, condensation dripping onto ceilings and insulation performance loss on units around Roundswell and the Bideford industrial estates. If you are searching for business spray foam removal near me Barnstaple, the chances are a surveyor, a lender or a buyer has flagged the foam and you need it gone before a deadline.
Every commercial spray foam removal job we quote includes the full removal, clean-up and documentation. There are no hidden extras for scaffolding, waste disposal or out-of-hours access on a standard job. What follows is what you get.
We inspect the foamed area with a thermal imaging camera and moisture meter, measure it, and identify the foam type. You get a written scope with photographs before any work starts, so you know exactly what is coming out.
Cutting, dry ice blasting and vacuuming of all accessible foam from rafters, purlins, walls and ceilings. We work in phases on large warehouses so part of your operation can keep running while we strip the rest.
Negative air machines and air scrubbers run throughout the job, with sealed containment around the work zone. This keeps isocyanate dust and foam particles out of your office, stock and ventilation. We do not leave until the air is clear.
All removed foam is bagged and taken away through licensed waste routes. You do not need to hire skips or arrange disposal. On a typical 200 square metre commercial job we remove around 3 to 5 tonnes of foam and residue.
You receive before and after photographs, moisture readings and a written summary of the stripped structure. This is the pack lenders, surveyors and buyers ask for. We have used it to unblock mortgage refusals across Barnstaple and North Devon.
Once the timber is dry we advise on compliant insulation to put back, whether that is mineral wool, breathable board or a hybrid build-up. We do not refit spray foam, and we will tell you plainly what will pass a future survey.
We visit, measure the foamed area and check the substrate with a thermal imaging camera and moisture meter. You get a written scope and a fixed price, usually within 24 hours. On a typical 200 square metre commercial roof this survey takes about 90 minutes.
We sheet up, seal doorways and set the negative air machine running before any cutting starts. Scaffolding or a mobile tower goes up if the foam is above head height. Containment keeps foam dust out of your office, your stock and your ventilation system.
The foam comes off in layers. A spray foam removal saw takes the bulk, an oscillating multi-tool gets into the awkward corners, and dry ice blasting finishes the timber back to bare wood. A 300 square metre roof typically takes three to four working days.
Industrial vacuums clear every surface, then we inspect with a moisture meter and thermal imaging camera to confirm no damp pockets remain. You get photographs of the stripped structure and a written summary you can hand to a surveyor or lender.
Once the timber is dry we advise on what goes back. Sometimes that is mineral wool, sometimes a breathable board. We do not refit spray foam. We tell you what will pass a survey and keep the roof dry for the next twenty years.
Purpose-built equipment, used by trained technicians — so the job is done accurately the first time.
Freezes foam residue and lifts it off timber without abrasion. This is how we get rafters back to bare wood for inspection without gouging the surface.
Cuts through the bulk of open cell and closed cell foam in controlled passes. Adjustable depth keeps the blade away from the timber beneath.
Gets into corners, around services and behind purlins where a saw cannot reach. Essential for a clean finish on complex roof structures.
Captures foam dust and isocyanate particles at source. Run continuously alongside a negative air machine to keep the work zone sealed.
Reveals damp pockets and cold bridges hidden behind foam before we start cutting. It tells us where the moisture is, not just where the foam is.
Measures timber moisture content before and after removal. We use it to confirm the substrate is dry enough for reinsulation and to document condition for lenders.
Removes heavy foam residue from masonry and steel where dry ice blasting is not practical. Always used with full containment and dust suppression.
Closed cell foam across the entire roof had trapped moisture for years. Three rafters showed visible rot and the lender refused to release funds until the foam was gone. The tenant needed to keep picking and packing throughout.
Foam stripped in four days of evening shifts. All 600 square metres cleaned back to bare timber, moisture readings taken across the roof, and the documentation pack sent to the lender. Funding released within a week of completion.
Foam on the ceiling was dripping condensation onto desks every winter. Staff had resorted to covering monitors with plastic sheets. The landlord needed the problem solved without closing the office for more than a weekend.
Removal completed over a Saturday and Sunday. Containment kept dust out of the server room, air scrubbers ran throughout, and the ceiling was dry and clean by Monday morning. No disruption to the working week.
Open cell foam had absorbed water and was sagging off the roof timbers. Insulation performance had dropped so far that heating bills had doubled over three winters. The owner was considering selling but knew the foam would kill the deal.
Foam removed in three days, timbers dried and verified with a moisture meter. New mineral wool insulation installed to current standards. Heating costs dropped noticeably the following quarter and the unit passed a pre-sale survey.
Foam that was installed to save energy often ends up costing more than it saved. These are the problems we are called out to fix most often across Barnstaple and the surrounding Devon commercial stock.
Ask a pro →We strip the foam, expose the timber and check it with a moisture meter. Where rot is caught early, drying and treatment saves the rafters. We document the condition so your structural engineer can advise on any repairs.
We provide commercial spray foam insulation removal in Barnstaple with the full documentation pack lenders ask for. Photographs, moisture readings and a method statement go with the invoice, and we can usually complete within a fortnight.
We remove the saturated foam, dry the substrate and advise on a breathable insulation build-up that manages moisture properly. The dripping stops, and your energy bills drop because the replacement insulation actually performs.
Once the failed foam is out, we specify a compliant insulation system for your building type. On a Barnstaple warehouse this typically restores U-values to current standards and cuts heating demand noticeably.
Yes. We cover all commercial premises in Barnstaple and across Devon, including offices, warehouses, retail units and agricultural buildings. We survey within 48 hours of your call, and most commercial spray foam removal jobs in Barnstaple Devon are quoted and booked inside a week. Call 0127 159 4024 to arrange a site visit.
Typical 2026 pricing for business spray foam removal in Barnstaple runs from 1,800 to 12,000 pounds depending on area, access and foam type. A 100 square metre office ceiling usually lands around 2,500 to 4,000 pounds. Warehouse roofs over 500 square metres are priced per square metre after survey.
Yes, and we do it without damaging the structure. We cut the bulk with a spray foam removal saw, finish with dry ice blasting, and verify the timber with a moisture meter. Open cell and closed cell foam both come off cleanly. We have stripped foam from buildings in Roundswell, Whiddon Valley and the Bideford trading estates.
The best firm is the one that surveys properly, quotes in writing and leaves the timber clean. We are CHAS accredited, Constructionline registered and NVQ qualified, and we have been removing foam since 2022. Ask any contractor for their method statement and insurance before you book. We send ours with the quote.
Spray Foam Removal near meIf you are searching for spray foam removal near me in Barnstaple, we cover the whole town and surrounding villages. Same team, same equipment, whether it is a commercial unit or a domestic roof. Call and we will confirm coverage for your postcode.Explore →
Same day Spray Foam RemovalFor urgent commercial jobs, we can sometimes mobilise same day across Barnstaple. This suits small office ceilings and emergency access work where a lender or buyer needs foam gone quickly. Call before 10am and we will tell you honestly if we can make it.Explore →
24/7 Spray Foam RemovalCommercial premises do not always fail during office hours. We run an out-of-hours line for emergency spray foam removal in Barnstaple, including evening and weekend shifts for retail and hospitality units that cannot close during trading hours.Explore →
Residential Spray Foam RemovalMany Barnstaple homeowners face the same problem as commercial owners, especially where a loft conversion was foamed years ago. We apply the same controlled removal method to houses, with full containment to keep dust out of living areas.Explore →
Loft Spray Foam RemovalLoft foam removal in Barnstaple is often needed before a mortgage can complete. We strip foam from rafters and joists, check for trapped moisture and leave the loft ready for a surveyor to inspect. Most domestic lofts take one to two days.Explore →
Roof Spray Foam RemovalRoof foam removal is the most common commercial job we handle in Devon. Foam applied to the underside of roof timbers traps moisture and causes rot. We remove it, treat the timber where needed and document the condition for your records.Explore →
Attic Spray Foam RemovalAttic foam removal follows the same process as loft work but often involves tighter access and older timbers. We use compact cutting tools and dry ice blasting to clean rafters without damaging fragile wood in Barnstaple's older commercial buildings.Explore →Spray Foam Insulation RemovalSpray foam insulation removal is the umbrella service. Whether the foam is open cell, closed cell or a mix of systems, we remove it, clean the substrate and advise on compliant reinsulation that will satisfy a surveyor or energy assessor.Explore →We survey commercial premises across Barnstaple and Devon within 48 hours and quote in writing the next day. CHAS accredited, fully insured, and we leave the site clean. Call 0127 159 4024 and tell us what the surveyor found.
Book A Survey 0127 159 4024 →Ring us on 0127 159 4024 or email info@uniontrustsprayfoam.com and we will get back to you the same working day. We are open Monday to Friday, 8am to 6pm, with a 24/7 line for emergencies. Free assessments across Barnstaple and North Devon.