Damp proofing, spray foam removal and loft insulation in Reigate
EcoTrust Roofing & Insulation Ltd covers Reigate in Surrey from our Sevenoaks office for damp proofing, spray foam removal, loft insulation and loft boarding. Loft and spray foam surveys are free, with a written price before any work begins.
Reigate
Spray foam, loft insulation and damp in Reigate homes
Reigate is an old market town under the North Downs. The castle grounds, Priory Park and the High Street sit in a conservation area full of timber framed, Georgian and Victorian buildings, and caves were dug into the soft sandstone beneath the town centre. Reigate stone, a soft local stone, was quarried from the hillside for centuries.
That softness is the catch. Old stone, soft brick and lime mortar take on water easily, and covering them in cement render or hard pointing often traps damp rather than keeping it out. In older Reigate buildings we look at what the walls are made of, how they were last repaired and where water is getting in before suggesting any treatment.
The Victorians built big. Reigate Hill, Wray Park and the roads around the station have large brick villas with tall roofs, several roof sections and loft rooms. Insulation in these is often patchy, with one part done and another bare. South Park and Woodhatch, on the southern side of town, are mostly interwar and post-war semis that suit a straightforward top-up.
We insulate with Knauf mineral wool to 300mm and keep ventilation paths open, which matters in older roofs without felt. We also remove spray foam, which has been sold to homeowners across Surrey. Many lenders and surveyors are cautious about spray foam, so it often surfaces when a house is sold. We remove it and provide a Certificate of Removal.
Most common jobs in Reigate
- Damp in old stone and soft brick walls
- Spray foam removal before a sale
- Insulation in large Victorian villa roofs
- Loft top-ups in South Park and Woodhatch
Recent EcoTrust jobs you can read in full
Real jobs, written up with photos. Each one is labelled with the town it was done in.
- Damp proofing in Doncaster: Damp Walls Stripped, Treated and Replastered in 4 Days (South Yorkshire)
- Spray foam removal in Beverley: 40m² of Open Cell Foam Cleared and Loft Reinsulated in One Day (East Riding of Yorkshire)
- Loft boarding in Lancing: 16.5m² Loft Stripped, Insulated to 300mm and Boarded on Raised Legs (West Sussex)
Where we work around Reigate
We cover RH2 and the villages around Reigate. Not on the list? Call 0800 870 8086, we almost certainly still reach you.
Questions we get in Reigate
Do you cover all of Reigate?
Yes. We cover RH2 from our Sevenoaks office, including the town centre, Reigate Hill, Wray Park, South Park, Woodhatch and Reigate Heath, plus Redhill next door. Loft and spray foam surveys are free, and you get a written price before anything is agreed.
Can you treat damp in an old stone building in Reigate?
Yes, carefully. Soft stone and lime mortar need to breathe, and cement render or hard pointing can trap damp inside. We find the source first and recommend breathable fixes where they suit. Listed buildings may need consent from Reigate and Banstead Borough Council. Damp proofing carries a 25-year insurance-backed guarantee.
My Victorian villa has a loft room. Can the rest be insulated?
Usually, yes. Loft rooms leave eaves spaces and a small top loft that are often bare. We check every space we can reach safely and insulate with Knauf mineral wool to 300mm where possible. You get a clear written price for each part, so nothing is hidden.
Why is spray foam an issue for Reigate sellers?
Many lenders and surveyors are cautious about spray foam because it hides the roof timbers and can trap moisture. Buyers often learn about it at the mortgage survey. We remove the foam by hand, clean the timbers and give you a Certificate of Removal and a 10-year guarantee.
How do you avoid condensation after insulating an old roof?
By keeping air moving. Older roofs often have no felt and rely on ventilation, so we keep the eaves clear and never pack insulation tight against the roof. We use breathable Knauf mineral wool and check for any existing leaks or damp timbers before we start.
Free survey in Reigate, and a price in writing
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