Insulation Removal & Replacement in Grand Junction, CO

Insulation removal and replacement makes sense when the insulation in an attic or crawl space is past saving. In Grand Junction we see insulation packed down to a fraction of its depth after decades, dusty fiberglass blackened by air leaks, batts that have fallen from under floors, and insulation full of droppings from mice and pack rats. Blowing new insulation over it buries the problem along with the odor and dust.

Why black streaks matter

Dark streaks in attic or crawl space fiberglass usually mean air has been moving through it for years, leaving dust behind like a filter. That is a map of the air leaks. Removing the old material exposes those leaks so we can seal them properly before putting in new insulation.

How removal works

A high-powered vacuum pulls loose fill through a hose to a bag or trailer outside, so material does not get carried through your house. Batts get bagged by hand. We protect the route, close off the work area and clean up. Once the attic is clear, we seal the ceiling and install new insulation to the Zone 5 depth you choose.

Spray foam removal

Foam comes out when it was sprayed over a leak, mixed wrong and still smells, or blocks repairs. HomeGuide lists foam removal at $1.00 to $2.50 per square foot, and Fixr lists $1.50 to $3, up to about $5 when hand-chipped.

Vermiculite and older homes

Some older homes have loose vermiculite, a pebbly gray-brown fill that can contain asbestos. We do not disturb it. If we see it, we stop and recommend testing and a licensed abatement contractor; HomeAdvisor lists asbestos removal at $1,190 to $3,255. Once it is cleared, we can do the rest.

Call (970) 438-0827 if you think your insulation needs to come out. Get a free estimate