David Thompson
Senior Building Surveyor & Lead Spray Foam Specialist
Professional Summary
David Thompson is a RICS Chartered Surveyor with over 15 years of specialized experience in UK property surveying and building restoration. As the Lead Spray Foam Specialist at Spray Foam Removal Advice UK, David has personally assessed over 1,000 properties affected by spray foam insulation issues.
David's expertise has been instrumental in developing industry best practices for safe spray foam removal and property restoration. His work directly impacts homeowners facing mortgage difficulties due to spray foam insulation, providing clear guidance on remediation pathways.
He regularly advises mortgage lenders, building societies, and property professionals on spray foam-related issues, helping to bridge the gap between industry standards and lending requirements.
Career Highlights
Properties Assessed
Years Experience
Successful Remediation Rate
Qualifications & Certifications
Professional Qualifications
- RICS Chartered Surveyor
Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors
- PCA Certified Specialist
Property Care Association
- Building Control Approved Inspector
Local Authority Approved
Specialized Training
- Advanced Spray Foam Assessment
Specialized methodology certification
- Moisture Analysis & Testing
Advanced detection techniques
- Structural Impact Assessment
Timber degradation analysis
Areas of Expertise
Technical Specializations
- CoreSpray Foam Assessment & Identification
- CoreStructural Damage Analysis & Reporting
- CoreMoisture Penetration Investigation
- AdvancedTimber Degradation Assessment
- AdvancedVentilation System Analysis
Commercial Applications
- FinanceMortgage Valuation Impact Assessment
- LegalExpert Witness Services
- ComplianceBuilding Regulations Guidance
- StrategyRemediation Planning
- TrainingIndustry Education & Workshops
Recent Work & Publications
Industry Best Practices Guide (2024)
Co-authored the definitive guide to spray foam assessment and removal for UK property professionals, now used by over 500 surveying practices nationwide.
Published by Property Care AssociationMortgage Lender Advisory Panel (2024)
Served on expert panel advising major UK building societies on updated lending criteria for properties with spray foam insulation.
Confidential Industry ConsultationRICS Conference Speaker (2023)
Keynote presentation: "Spray Foam Insulation: From Energy Efficiency Promise to Property Liability" at the RICS Building Surveying Conference.
Royal Institution of Chartered SurveyorsProfessional Consultation
David provides expert consultation for complex spray foam cases, mortgage valuations, and legal proceedings. Available for independent assessments and expert witness services.
RICS Chartered Surveyor • PCA Certified • 15+ Years Experience