How To Easily Remove Blown In Insulation From The Attic?

Know about the necessary steps to remove blown-in insulation from your attic space.

The old insulation in the attic must be removed because it losses out on efficiency. The purpose of insulation is to make sure that the harsh weather from the exterior is unable to enter the living space. Good insulation also makes the living space soundproof and there are just too many reasons why as a homeowner, you must have this coverage in the attic space. However, as the insulation gets old, you need to remove it. There just could be plenty of issues, which indicate that the time is ripe for insulation removal. You might be feeling rather uncomfortable inside the living area and a spike in the energy bills is a good indicator. This is the moment when you must remove the old blown-in insulation from the attic and opt for a fresh installation.

Does the insulation have to be removed?

We would first like to state that it is never a DIY job to remove insulation and you need to book a professional service. You can always book us Attic Wizard for the job and we will be glad to work at your home. Is it necessary to remove the old insulation? There is always the option of adding new insulation over the older one. There are a few instances when you have no option but to remove the damaged insulation. There could be mold issues and wildlife damage to the insulation cover and that is when there is no other option, but to remove the older insulation. Mice, rats are known to invade attics and they can tear up the insulation. These are instances when it will have to be removed completely.

A guide on how to remove the old insulation

It is with your permission that our team will get down to removing the old insulation. We will also keep you updated on the process and here is a guide on what precisely, we do at the point of removing the insulation. Here are the details for readers.

• The first step will be to inspect the current state of your insulation. Before the removal, our team will conduct tests for asbestos. If they are indeed present then the focus will be on taking necessary precautions before the removal.
• Our team doing the removal will use the right equipment such as gloves, goggles, long sleeves, pants, and even respirators. We also have garbage bags and even ladders, which all help in the process of removal.
• Before we start the work, there is a focus to make sure that the doors, openings to the living space are all closed. We will take necessary precautions so that the contaminants do not travel by air and settle into the living space.
• If you live in an old home, the floor may not always be the best place to work on. If the need is felt our team will replace the floor with wooden planks right through the floor joists. This will make the area safe to walk upon.
• There is also the need to set up the tarp and trashing.
• So, finally, just before the removal, our workforce will put on the safety gear and that is important because if fiberglass touches the skin, it can create a sharp stinging sensation.
• The removal process should be about vacuuming the insulation and that should involve working the way backward from the attic. The vacuum must be disposed of at regular intervals or else there will be pressure on the respirator.
• The insulation is now removed and there is now the need to clean up the space.

The insulation must also be disposed of.

The removal is just half of the job done and there is now the need to dispose of the insulation safely. As the insulation is being filled in garbage bags, there is also a need to squeeze them to let the excess air out. The disposing and recycling laws vary from one area to the other. We will address this issue in coordination with the waste management office in your area.

Conclusion

Here is an insight into the process of removing blown-in insulation from the attic space. We also install new insulation and if you desire, we are ready to look into the installation of a fresh insulation cover at your attic. Your living space will continue to be protected from the wrath of nature.