Dusty Insulation In The Attic

Blowing attic insulation isn t hard but it s dusty sweaty work.

Dusty insulation in the attic.

We find that homes that were insulated with cellulose insulation tend to be much dustier than homes insulated with fiberglass insulation. Once you ve decided which type is best for you examine the material options and prices to home in on the right product. Initially a stray field mouse probably won t create any foul odors. Vacuum out all the old insulation clean up the attic sanitize and deodorize everything and then foam seal the cracks and crevices.

Both can be added to uninsulated attics or layered over existing material. Recessed can lights if not properly sealed are extremely leaky and have large holes open directly or indirectly to the attic. To make insulating an attic easier grab a helper and set aside two days. We come in and.

If you are going to use blown in cellulose insulation know that it is dusty. My father helped me remove 58 bags of loose fill blown in cellulose insulation and 17 bags of old fiberglass insulation. If your attic or wall insulation is in batt or blanket form whether it s fiberglass cellulose or another material you generally don t have to be concerned about asbestos. For diy attic insulation you ve got two choices.

One for attic prep and the second to actually blow the insulation. Once they ve inhabited the attic for a prolonged length of time though their urine will saturate the insulation and surrounding floorboard to create a musty odor. Have old insulation removed. Our four step process of insulation removal is a big part of solving the dust issue.

Insulation removal is also a code requirement. Also be aware that properly installed insulation should not cover your recessed lights furnace or electrical areas to prevent fires. Loose fill or batt the common term for blanket insulation. These leaks can cause a home to be extremely dusty.

By removing the attic insulation we effectively got rid of all the dusty fibrous insulation in the attic. Along the way i installed 5 995 sq. Another common cause of musty attic odors is from infestations of rats mice or other rodents. Another big benefit of insulation removal is that the chances of the air barrier being properly defined goes.