Cavity Wall Insulation Removal
Failed cavity wall insulation extracted, checked with cavity cameras, walls left to breathe.
About cavity wall insulation removal
Failed cavity insulation found, removed and the cause fixed
Damp patches on inside walls, cold spots, mould behind furniture. Sometimes the cause is cavity wall insulation that has got wet, slumped or been fitted in a wall that was never suitable. Sometimes it is something else entirely. Before anything comes out, we look inside the cavity with a camera so we know what is really there.
Because we are roofers, we also check what is feeding water into the wall. Overflowing gutters, a leaking roof edge or worn pointing can soak a wall, and if that is not fixed, new insulation will fail too.
What's included
Cavity camera inspection
A camera goes into the cavity through a small opening, so we can see the condition of the insulation, any gaps, and any debris bridging the cavity.
Checking the cause of the damp
We look at the gutters, downpipes, roof edge and pointing above the damp area, and photograph anything that is letting water in.
Check for a guarantee
If your insulation has a guarantee, we will suggest you contact the installer or the guarantee provider first. It may cover the work.
Removing the insulation
The failed insulation is taken out of the cavity and bagged, and the cavity is cleared of debris.
Making good
Any openings made in the wall are filled and pointed to match, and the site is left clean.
Fixing what caused it
Leaking gutters, roof edges and flashings put right, so the wall can dry out and stay dry.
Why we check the roof as well as the wall
A wall gets wet from the top as often as from the side. Gutters that overflow, a roof edge that lets water in or flashing that has lifted will keep soaking the brickwork whatever is in the cavity. Fixing those is roofing work, which is what we do every day.
How the job runs
- Camera inspection and a look at the roof and gutters above the damp.
- We show you the footage and photos, and explain what we think is happening.
- Written quote for removal and any repairs.
- Insulation removed and the cavity cleared.
- Wall made good, causes repaired, and the site left tidy.
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How we work
Honest roofers: what the roof needs, not what pays best
Read our Google reviews and the same things come up: honest advice, the most detailed quote they received, and a team who arrive smart and leave the site tidy.
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A repair when a repair will do
A Bedford customer with a chimney leak got new lead and a metre of felt, not a new roof. "There was no need to start doing loads of unnecessary work," in her words.
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Itemised, line by line
Scaffold, skip, materials, even the portable toilet on a big job. You see exactly what you are paying for.
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Quick when it is leaking
Customers who called in the early evening with water coming in had us there the next day.
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Done the proper way
Dry ridge and verge systems, eaves support trays, welded lead, breathable membranes, and moss scraped off by hand. We never jet-wash a roof.
What people say
4.9
32 reviews on Google
A 120-year-old roof, matched to the original
“The finished roof looks great, and is an excellent match to the original which is important in Letchworth.”
We noticed the felt in our loft was deteriorating quite badly, so decided it was time to get the roof replaced. We had three different companies out to quote, with Jude from Ultimate Roof Care being the last. Jude came across really well, very polite and well spoken, and took the time to explain everything properly. His quotation was by far the most detailed, with everything clearly itemised so we knew exactly what we were paying for. The team did exactly what was promised and we're really pleased with our new roof. We'd seen their vans working around Bedfordshire before, which was reassuring too. More than happy with the whole experience and would definitely recommend Ultimate Roof Care.
We had a bad leak coming into the roof and couldn't work out where it was coming from. We called Jude and he came out, had a proper look and identified the problem around the chimney. Our house was built in the 1980s and he showed us where the old felt had started collapsing around that area. One of his guys then came out and replaced the lead around the chimney as well as roughly a metre of felt around it. Jude explained that there was no need to start doing loads of unnecessary work and that a localised repair should sort the problem, which we really appreciated. The exact area where the water was coming in before has stayed completely dry. Really happy with the repair and thought the price was very fair. The guys were polite, turned up looking smart and were very professional. We're based in Bedford and would definitely recommend them.
We'd been having problems with a leak on our bungalow roof, despite previously having another roofing company out, so we decided it was time to have the whole roof replaced. Jude was brilliant from the start, and the detail in their quotation was on another level compared to the others we received. Everything was explained step by step, from the scaffolding and materials being delivered to the skip, even a portable toilet for the workers. Their price was very competitive too, but it was really the attention to detail and how professional they were that made us choose them. What a great company. We couldn't recommend Ultimate Roof Care enough!
I had spray foam insulation in my loft which was causing issues with selling my property. Jude explained the full process, gave me a clear written quote and even arranged for an electrician to safely disconnect and reconnect my solar panels. Once the foam was removed, they bagged and cleared every bit of waste and left the loft spotless. The surveyor who came afterwards commented on the quality of the job. True professionals, I'd highly recommend them.
I booked a roof MOT with Ultimate Roofcare because I wanted to be sure everything was in good condition before the winter. They showed me photos of a couple of cracked tiles and some minor pointing that needed attention, but reassured me the rest of the roof was in good shape. They fixed everything there and then at a very fair price. No pushy sales, just genuine advice and quality workmanship.
After the really heavy rain the other day we had quite a bad leak come through and called Jude at around 5 or 6 in the evening. He came out the very next day. Owen then came out shortly afterwards and got the repair sorted for us. They opened up roughly a metre along the bottom of the roof, renewed the felt in that area and fitted a new eaves support tray system. We've had more rain since and everything has stayed completely dry.
Jude and his efficient team of workers have done a complete roof replacement with slates on our 200 year old house. They have done an excellent job and the roof is now entirely watertight and looks very smart. Quality materials and experienced skills have resulted in a great job and peace of mind for us. Thankyou to all. Richard and Lorna
I found Ultimate Roofcare in the local Bedford Bulletin. Joe came along to check out the loft. Jude came along later in one of his branded vehicles (big reassurance) and explained that he could do the job in 4 days with 8-10 men. By Wednesday evening the roof tiles had been removed and replaced, a new roof lining installed, 3 layers of insulation placed between the joists, ventilated soffits and new gutters fitted and a good tidy-up completed. If you need any roofing or loft work done, you would struggle to find a better company.Read every review The full set, in their own words
Before you ring
Questions we get asked
Is my cavity wall insulation causing my damp?
It can, but not always. Damp can come from gutters, the roof or pointing just as easily. We inspect the cavity with a camera and check the outside of the house before we say what is causing it.
How do you know what is inside the cavity?
We put a camera into the cavity through a small opening. It shows us the insulation, any gaps or slumping, and any debris bridging the two walls.
My insulation has a guarantee. Should I call you or the installer?
Contact the installer or the guarantee provider first, as the guarantee may cover the problem. If it does not, or the installer has gone, we can help.
Will the damp go once the insulation is removed?
Only if whatever is wetting the wall is fixed too. That is why we check the gutters, roof edge and pointing and repair them as part of the job.
Get in touch
Tell us about the roof
- We call you back To hear what the roof is doing.
- We come and look And take photos of what we find, so you can see it too.
- You get a written, itemised quote What the roof needs and what it costs. No pressure.