Expert Mansard Roof Spray Foam Removal: Affordable Services
Mansard roofs are one of the most beautiful architectural styles used for roofing houses. They are considered the hallmark of Victorian and Georgian period architecture and are quite popular across England. Regrettably, the spray foam insulation application on period roofs is always a recipe for failure and can lead to water damage, moisture traps, and mortgage issues.
At Smart Spray Foam Insulation Removal, we specialize in the removal of spray foam insulation on mansard roofs in an efficient and cost-effective manner. The skilled and experienced professionals of ours working all over South West England are quite familiar with the history and uniqueness of the period roofs. For that reason, our specialists are knowledgeable enough to perform the removal service properly and with maximum effect.
Long-term consequences of spray foam insulation can prove themselves to be quite devastating for period mansard roofs in that they can cause timber rot and even leaks. Consequently, the roofing of the building will suffer from such circumstances and may face severe destruction in time. Besides, since period roofs need appropriate air circulation, spray foam will create more problems rather than solving them.
As follows from the above statement, spray foam insulation removal will restore your roof’s breathability, functionality, and ventilation. Not only that, but it will positively affect your period roof by making it more valuable and improving its energy performance balance.
Why Spray Foam Insulation Damages Mansard Roofs
Among the key traits of period style roofs is the use of a mansard roof, which is distinguished by having very steep lower slopes and slightly less steep upper slopes. It is worth noting that mansard roofs are made out of slates or tiles along with timber rafters, which require natural ventilation.
Insulation in the form of spray foam applied to a mansard roof provides complete adhesion of voids, insulation, and timber rafters. Despite the fact that spray foam as insulation may seem like an efficient choice because it increases energy efficiency, on closer inspection one would see that it makes it possible to create condensation inside the roof.
Thus, using spray foam insulation results in making it impossible for air to enter the closed roof void. In addition, condensation begins to accumulate between the insulation and the timber rafters, which may lead to decay and even rotting of timber.
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Our Safe and Professional Mansard Roof Spray Foam Removal Process
Each heritage building is unique, hence we start by undertaking a site visit. Great care will be taken to ensure that the roof integrity and the original building material is not compromised during the foam removal process. The first step will involve an assessment of the type of spray foam insulation (either open or closed), followed by the condition of the under-roof timbers. Trapped moisture, rotting, or any other form of corrosion on the roof surface and timbers is also evaluated during this stage.
With the help of specialized equipment and techniques, we then begin the removal process by separating the insulation from the roof rafters, beams, and linings. This process will be done in a manner that will guarantee minimal damage to the roof structure and the overall design.
Depending on the situation, dry ice blasting can be utilized as it is moisture free and will ensure that no other form of damage is caused to the roof timbers. Once the insulation has been removed, ventilation of the roof will be restored.
Key Benefits of Removing Spray Foam from Mansard Roofs
Some of the advantages which result from the elimination of the spray foam in the mansard roof include:
Protection of the Original Wooden Structure: The use of sprayed foam will cause moisture to form in between the roof timber and hence rotting, deterioration and decay of the beams. The spraying foam should be eliminated since it helps to protect the original wooden structure in the mansard roof.
Restoration of Proper Air Circulation: With the mansard roof being sealed off, the area between the roof and the attic floor may experience poor circulation of air. Moisture accumulation and formation of molds can be experienced if the area has poor air circulation and this can easily happen due to sealing.
Compliance to Law: Majority of mansard roofs belong to heritage buildings and any alteration done on such buildings will definitely violate the existing laws regarding heritage buildings.
Why Choose Us For Mansard Roofs Spray Foam Rwmoval
Mansard Roofs require great skill, as they are composed of old wooden rafters and old slate/tile cladding. The spray foam used in these roofs has a tendency to adhere to such surfaces very strongly, which means that its removal requires great skills. The professionals involved in our company are skilled enough to help you with the process and remove all the spray foam insulation from your roof without damaging any other structure.
We do this through careful inspection and documentation of the process. All the work done by us will be completely documented to provide you with evidence that you may use when you sell your property or seek mortgage approval from banks.
Since many years, our company has been providing such services to period and heritage buildings owners and we offer services like assessment, detailed inspections, removal, and verification of spray foam in mansard roofs.
Areas We Cover for Spray Foam Insulation Removal from Mansard Roofs
We serve homeowners across South West England, including Bristol, Bath, Exeter, Plymouth, Gloucester, Cheltenham, Torquay, Taunton, Weston-super-Mare, Salisbury, St Ives, Truro, Falmouth, Padstow, Newquay, Barnstaple, Yeovil, Swindon, Frome, Stroud, Bournemouth, and Poole. If you need a professional contractor for closed-cell spray foam insulation removal on your mansard roof, we’re just a phone call away, ready to provide safe, efficient, and fully insured service.