Grade II Listed Building Spray Foam Removal Specialists
Protecting the heritage of your home while solving the spray foam problem. We remove open cell and closed cell spray foam insulation from Grade II listed properties through a sympathetic full roof replacement, returning your building to a breathable, traditional roof construction.
Spray foam on a listed roof is a specialist problem
Owning a Grade II listed property comes with unique responsibilities. If closed cell or open cell spray foam insulation has been applied directly to the underside of your roof covering, you may face significant challenges when selling, remortgaging or carrying out future repairs.
Many mortgage lenders and surveyors now view spray foam insulation as a high-risk construction issue. When combined with the additional legal requirements surrounding listed buildings, removing the foam correctly becomes a highly specialised project that requires careful planning, heritage knowledge and expert workmanship.
At Countrywide Roofing & Insulation, we specialise in the complete removal of spray foam insulation through a full roof replacement, returning listed buildings to a breathable, traditional roof construction wherever appropriate.
A complete end-to-end listed building service
Removing spray foam insulation from a Grade II listed building requires far more than roofing expertise. Every project demands careful planning, specialist knowledge and close coordination with architects, conservation officers, surveyors and local authorities. Our dedicated project management team takes responsibility for every stage, from the initial inspection through to final completion.
- Initial property inspection and feasibility assessment
- Bespoke planning strategy tailored to your property
- In-house architect specialising in Listed Building Consent
- Measured surveys and detailed site plans
- Heritage Statements prepared where required
- Listed Building Consent application support
- Liaison with Local Planning Authorities & Conservation Officers
- Building Control coordination where applicable
- Ecological surveys including bat surveys where required
- Environmental surveys where necessary
- Traditional roofing specifications & bespoke material schedules
- Full scaffold design, planning and installation
- Licensed disposal of removed spray foam insulation
- Dedicated project manager from start to finish
- Regular site meetings with clients throughout
- Weekly progress updates from our office team
- Before, during and after photographic reports
- Completion documentation for surveyors & lenders
- Local Authority sign-off where applicable
- 10 Year CORC insurance backed guarantee
We remove the burden of coordinating everyone
With many listed building projects, homeowners find themselves trying to coordinate multiple contractors, architects, planning consultants, surveyors and local authorities. Countrywide Roofing & Insulation removes that burden.
We act as your single point of contact throughout the entire project, coordinating every stage on your behalf. From the first survey through to the final roof inspection, our experienced team manages the programme, keeping you informed with regular updates while ensuring every element progresses efficiently.
For many Grade II listed properties, the planning and consent process can take several months before work even begins. Having an experienced team managing the administration, technical drawings, heritage documentation and contractor coordination can make a significant difference to the overall success of the project.
In-house listed building architectural expertise
We are proud to work with our own in-house architect who specialises in Listed Building Consent applications. Having architectural expertise within our team allows us to coordinate the technical and administrative aspects of the project far more efficiently than relying on multiple independent consultants.
Every listed property is different. We assess each building individually to understand its historic significance before recommending the most appropriate repair strategy.
Listed Building Consent
Applications prepared, submitted and managed in-house, including liaison with your Local Planning Authority and Conservation Officer.
Heritage Statements
Prepared where required to demonstrate the historic significance of your property and justify the proposed works.
Architectural Drawings
Measured surveys, site plans and detailed drawings produced by our own architectural team.
Traditional Roofing
Breathable, traditional roof construction using appropriate heritage materials and time-honoured methods.
Removing spray foam from a listed roof is not just another roofing job
The original roof structure may contain historic timbers, handmade tiles or slates, lime mortar detailing and traditional ventilation methods that need to be carefully preserved. Using an inexperienced contractor can lead to unnecessary delays, additional costs or planning complications.
Our experienced teams understand the importance of protecting the character of your property while carrying out sympathetic restoration using appropriate roofing materials and traditional techniques.
Documentation that gives buyers and lenders confidence
Once your project is complete, we provide comprehensive completion documentation to demonstrate the work has been carried out professionally. Depending on the project, this may include:
- Detailed photographic records
- Building Control documentation where applicable
- Listed Building Consent documentation where applicable
- Waste transfer documentation
- Material specifications
- Manufacturer warranties
- A 10 Year CORC insurance backed guarantee
- Local Authority sign-off where applicable
This comprehensive documentation can help provide reassurance to future buyers, mortgage lenders and surveyors.
A fully managed heritage roofing solution, not just a quote
Most roofing companies simply quote to replace your roof. Countrywide Roofing & Insulation delivers a fully managed heritage roofing solution.
We combine specialist spray foam removal, traditional roofing expertise, architectural services, planning support and dedicated project management into one complete package. This allows our clients to deal with a single experienced company throughout what can otherwise be a complex and time-consuming process.
Whether your project requires Listed Building Consent, specialist surveys, heritage documentation or extensive liaison with the local authority, our team is equipped to manage the process professionally from start to finish. This positions Countrywide as a specialist consultancy and project manager for listed building spray foam removal, rather than just another roofing contractor.
Your listed building project, step by step
Free survey & feasibility
We inspect your property, assess the spray foam and roof structure, and explain the options available for your listed building.
Planning & consent
Our in-house architect prepares measured surveys, drawings, heritage statements and the Listed Building Consent application.
Removal & reroof
We safely remove the open or closed cell spray foam and reinstate a breathable, traditional roof using appropriate materials.
Completion & documentation
You receive full completion documentation, photographic records, sign-off and a 10 year CORC insurance backed guarantee.
Why choose Countrywide Roofing & Insulation?
Spray foam removal specialists
Full reroofing to remove open cell and closed cell spray foam from heritage roofs.
In-house architect
Specialising in Listed Building Consent applications and heritage documentation.
Dedicated admin team
Managing the entire application and consent process on your behalf.
Traditional methods
Roofing techniques and materials suitable for Grade II listed properties.
Nationwide coverage
Serving listed property owners across England, Wales and Scotland.
10 Year CORC guarantee
An insurance backed guarantee giving buyers and lenders confidence.
See a real Grade II listed project from start to finish
Very few roofing companies document the entire consent and removal process. Our downloadable case study follows a real Grade II listed spray foam removal project from initial survey and Listed Building Consent through to the completed traditional roof, including surveys, heritage documentation, photographs and the finished result.
Case study coming soon. Ask our team for a copy during your free survey.
Listed building spray foam removal: common questions
Can I remove spray foam from a Grade II listed building?
Yes. Spray foam can be removed from a Grade II listed property, but the work usually requires Listed Building Consent and must be carried out sympathetically. We manage the full process, from consent applications and heritage documentation through to a traditional, breathable roof replacement.
Does spray foam insulation affect a mortgage on a listed building?
Many mortgage lenders and surveyors now treat spray foam insulation as a high-risk construction issue, which can make selling or remortgaging a listed property difficult. Removing the foam correctly and providing completion documentation helps restore lender and buyer confidence.
Do I need Listed Building Consent to remove spray foam?
In most cases yes. Because the roof forms part of a listed building's historic fabric, Listed Building Consent is usually required. Our in-house architect prepares and manages the application, including heritage statements and liaison with the Local Planning Authority and Conservation Officer.
What is the difference between open cell and closed cell spray foam removal?
Open cell and closed cell foams behave differently and adhere to the roof structure in different ways. Both require specialist removal to protect historic timbers, tiles and slates. We are experienced in removing both types from heritage roofs.
How long does a listed building spray foam removal project take?
The planning and consent stage alone can take several months before work begins. Having an experienced team managing the administration, drawings, heritage documentation and contractor coordination helps keep the project on track.
Arrange your free listed building survey
If you own a Grade II listed property with spray foam insulation, don't leave such an important project to chance. Our experienced team will assess your property, explain the options available and guide you through every stage of the process, from planning and consent through to the completed roof.
