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Asked by Liz JarvisLiberal DemocratDepartment for Energy Security and Net ZeroTabled Answered 20 October 2025UIN 78896

The question

To ask the Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero, what estimate his Department has made of the cost to homeowners of removing spray foam insulation.

Answered by Martin McCluskey

The Department has not made an estimate however continues to engage with the spray foam industry, lenders and consumer bodies to resolve the issues some homeowners are facing.

It is important homeowners get proper independent advice, such as that available online from RICS, before making any decisions on removal.

Poor-quality installations are the result of years of a failed system, and this government is committed to introducing new reforms to drive up quality and protect consumers through the Warm Homes Plan.

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