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CAVITY WALL INSULATION REMOVAL SERVICES IN THE NORTH-WEST

Cavity wall extraction might be the right call for your property and there are many other reasons why you may decide to have your cavity wall removed. Some of the many reasons given by our customers across the UK include:

Issues with the original installation
Structural issues that have worsened due to the insulation
Blockages caused by building works
Old, deteriorating insulation that is no longer effective
Insufficient prep of the cavity - was the cavity cleared appropriately?
Location - cavity wall insulation is not ideal for properties that are exposed to high winds and rain
Signs of damp spots, condensation, and mould
A rise in energy costs

Cavity Wall Insulation Removal by the Experts

It can often take time for problems with your cavity wall insulation to present themselves. Over the years, insulation materials may deteriorate, leading to decreased energy efficiency in your home. Inadequate insulation not only results in increased energy bills but also affects your overall comfort and well-being. We understand that maintaining a well-insulated home is essential, both for your wallet and for the environment. Our experienced specialists are here to guide you through the process, ensuring that your home remains energy-efficient and comfortable.

FAQ'S

Is it worth removing cavity wall insulation?

There are several reasons why you may need to consider having your existing cavity wall insulation removed and replaced, including: Poorly installed insulation is now causing damp and or cold spots internally. The insulation has become defective or is unsuitable.

What are cavity walls filled with?

The insulation material is usually either mineral wool or polystyrene beads, but polyurethane foam may sometimes be used instead. To insulate your cavity walls, the installer drills small holes around 22mm in size at intervals of around 1m in the outside wall of your home.

What insulation materials can i expect to be inside my cavity ?

There are many different materials used to insulate cavities. The most popular being mineral wool and polystyrene bead . polyurethane foam was also used to insulate cavity’s pre 2000s . This involves a more extensive and potentially risky extraction due to formaldehyde within the product if broken down.

Cavity Wall Insulation Removal by the Experts

There are a few reasons why you may need to remove cavity wall insulation. For example, you could be having internal damp issues or problems with vermin.

The insulation may have been installed incorrectly or is experiencing degradation. It could even be the case that the insulation should never have been installed at all, as it wasn’t suitable for your home. In some cases though, it’s simply an issue of performance.

To get the very most from your insulation, you can upgrade to a more efficient or high-performance cavity wall insulation product.

HOW TO KNOW IF YOUR INSULATION HAS FAILED AND NEEDS TO BE EXTRACTED?

How do I know as a home / property owner if my cavity wall insulation has failed and needs extracting? And what signs to look out for and some facts that may be an indicator you need your cavity wall insulation removing. These include:

Damp walls / peeling wallpaper on external walls
Black mould around windows walls and ceiling
Bad stale odours around the house or in certain spots or rooms
Property doesn’t seem to keep warm and feels cold this issue is mainly caused by insulation being wet/damp
External walls beginning to buckle. This issue is caused by wet insulation surrounding structural brick ties which in turn they rust away causing significant structural damage
Location of properties is vital as coastal and weather exposed houses should not have had or have cavity wall insulation installed.
Insulation not injected correctly causing pockets and areas left with no insulation present and as result creating a dew point causing damp issues
Any building works on property after cavity wall insulation has been installed may cause issues with possible blockages and pockets created . Including new windows and doors fitted as insulation can be disturbed causing voids
In certain age properties floor joists can rot and cause major damage due to wet insulation surrounding joists within cavity
Cavity wall insulation has broken down within cavity

It may be that you have cavity wall insulation and not experiencing any of the above, these issues can develop very quickly or over a period of time depending on the issue. Why not put your mind at rest and give us a call for a free inspection and expert advice.

CONTACT CA EXTRACTION

For all your wall cavity extraction needs in the North-West, contact our expert team at CA Extractions LTD today.

Our team are on hand to answer your questions and provide expert guidance on cavity wall insulation removal.

Feel free to contact us with any questions, or to schedule a free property inspection and quote.

You can reach by calling us on 07521 157 263, or you can also message us via email: info@caextractions.co.uk and our team will get back to you.

CONTACT CA EXTRACTION

For all your wall cavity extraction needs in the North-West, contact our expert team at CA Extractions LTD today.

Our team are on hand to answer your questions and provide expert guidance on cavity wall insulation removal.

Feel free to contact us with any questions, or to schedule a free property inspection and quote.

You can reach by calling us on 07521 157 263, or you can also message us via email: info@caextractions.co.uk and our team will get back to you.