WARNING: A New Insulation Scam Targeting UK Homeowners

WARNING: A New Insulation Scam Targeting UK Homeowners

At The Spray Foam Advice Centre (SFACUK.org), we’ve been alerted to a deceptive new trend affecting homeowners nationwide — and we want to make sure you're protected.


🚨 How the Scam Works

  1. A friendly “insulation assessor” arrives at your home under the pretense of offering a free inspection.
  2. After inspecting your spray foam, they claim it’s useless or damaging your property, citing vague concerns like rot, insurance issues, or structural problems.
  3. They then pressure you into agreeing to a full foam removal on the spot.
  4. Finally, they push for immediate installation of a replacement system — usually SuperFOIL — touting it as the "only safe solution."

This is not just misleading — it's potentially harmful and unnecessarily costly.


❗ Our Professional Advice

At SFACUK.org, we never recommend simultaneous removal and re-insulation. Here's why:

  • Timbers need time to breathe: After removal, your roof structure requires a breathing period—ideally through the summer—to relax, ventilate, and dry properly.
  • Avoid moisture-related damage: Immediate re-insulation can trap moisture, leading to twisted timbers, roof leaks, and structural damage—costing thousands in repairs.
  • Allow time for better options: Modern insulation products, government grants, and energy schemes frequently change. Waiting could save you money and lead to smarter choices.


✅ What You Should Do

If someone insists your insulation is dangerous and recommends immediate removal:

  1. Stay calm—don’t sign anything.
  2. Get independent advice from The Spray Foam Advice Centre via SFACUK.org.
  3. Never agree to remove and replace in the same visit.
  4. Wait until autumn or early winter before adding new insulation—your loft must be fully dry and settled.
  5. Ask about updated products and any grants available at that time—you might qualify for better, more efficient solutions.


🏠 Your Home, Your Choice

At SFACUK.org, our mission is to provide honest guidance, best-practice protocols, and help you make cost-effective decisions for your home’s long-term wellbeing—not sell you quick fixes.



Have questions or need an unbiased consultation? Visit SFACUK.org or call our expert advice team today.

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