When Should Insulation be Removed?

When it comes to attics, insulation removal usually isn’t necessary. Contrary to what other insulation companies might tell you, you don’t need to take out existing insulation before putting new insulation in. We can just layer new insulation over the old one. Even if it’s covered with dust, the old insulation should still be good. In fact, this is a quicker, more efficient way to bring up your attic’s R-value. However, if the old insulation shows excessive damage from fire, moisture, mold and mildew or asbestos, it needs to be removed so it doesn’t get into your indoor air.

When it comes to walls and ceilings, any old insulation should be removed before applying new insulation since they can’t be layered. Like attic insulation, any insulation layers that show severe fire, moisture, mold or asbestos damage should be removed from the home immediately.

If your house floods, time is your worst enemy. The longer you wait, the worse the damage gets. Avoid having to pay for extensive and costly repairs by turning to Eco-Logic, for an insulation removal service.
Did your basement flood? Did squirrels get into your attic? Is your insulation old and ineffective? No matter why you need to replace your insulation, you can count on the skilled team at Eco Logic to handle your insulation replacement.
We'll respond quickly to get rid of the waterlogged material so you won't need to worry about mold growing in your home.

When it comes to insulation removal, Our company uses different techniques depending on the type of insulation you need removed. When it comes to blown-in fiberglass insulation, we use a high-powered vacuum that pulls in the old insulation so we can suck it all up. For rolled fiberglass, we remove each roll by hand and pack them into bags so we don’t leave glass particles behind. For spray foam insulation, we can cut and scrape off the expanded foam off any surface and clean up any foam that’s still sticking. Your safety is our top priority, so we make sure to use methods that don’t harm you or damage your home.

If you need insulation removed from your attic, walls or ceilings, count on the pros at Eco Logic. We’ve specialized in removing old and damaged insulation from homes throughout Rochester, Toronto and the surrounding communities. We have the expertise and equipment needed to safely remove insulation without leaving a huge mess behind.