Attic & Crawlspace Restoration
Contaminated insulation out, surfaces sanitized, new insulation and vapor barrier in. As if they were never there.
After rodents or squirrels, the damage stays: soiled insulation, droppings, urine, odors and torn vapor barriers. Leaving it in place means lingering smells, a possible health concern, and a space that is harder to keep protected.
Restoration is the step that finishes the job. We remove the contaminated material, bio-sanitize the surfaces, and install new insulation and vapor barriers, in the attic or the crawlspace.
In the attic, that means taking out insulation that has been flattened, tunneled or soiled, cleaning the framing and deck, and putting in fresh insulation so the space performs the way it should. In the crawlspace, it means clearing contaminated insulation and debris, sanitizing the surfaces, and laying a new vapor barrier over the ground to help keep moisture down.
Restoration works best alongside rodent exclusion or squirrel removal, so the entry points are sealed before the space is rebuilt. A free inspection shows how far the contamination has spread, what needs replacing, and what can stay. You get a clear explanation before any work starts.
How it works
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Inspect and assess
We look at how far contamination has spread, check for torn vapor barrier and open entry points, and explain what needs to be replaced and what does not.
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Remove contaminated material
Soiled, flattened or damaged insulation, droppings and debris are removed from the attic or crawlspace.
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Sanitize and deodorize
Surfaces are bio-sanitized and deodorized, which also helps clear the scent trails that draw pests back.
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Install new insulation and vapor barrier
Fresh insulation goes in, and in crawlspaces a new vapor barrier is installed over the ground.
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Final walkthrough
We go over the finished work with you so you know what was done and what to watch for.
Signs you need this
- A smell coming from the attic or under the floor
- Flattened, stained or tunneled insulation
- Torn or missing crawlspace vapor barrier
- Droppings visible in the attic or crawlspace
Why bio-sanitation matters
Droppings and urine carry bacteria and parasites, and contaminated insulation holds odor long after the animals are gone. Removing and sanitizing it makes the space clean again.
Pheromone trails matter too. Rodents and squirrels leave scent markers that attract more animals to the same spots. Sanitizing and deodorizing the space removes those markers, so new pests are less likely to follow the old ones in.
Common questions
Why does restoration matter for keeping pests away?
Scent trails and soiled insulation keep signaling that the space is a good place to nest. Removing the contamination and sanitizing the area takes that signal away.
What does bio-sanitation involve?
Contaminated insulation and debris are removed, surfaces are sanitized and deodorized, and the space is left ready for new insulation and, in crawlspaces, a new vapor barrier.
Do I need restoration if the rodents are already gone?
Often yes. Droppings and soiled insulation remain after the animals are removed. The free inspection shows what is there.
What is the stack effect, and why does it matter for my attic or crawlspace?
Warm air rises and leaks out the top of a house, which pulls air in from the bottom, including from the crawlspace. That airflow carries odors and particles from droppings, urine and soiled insulation into your living space. Cleaning and sanitizing these areas, then sealing and installing new insulation and vapor barrier, reduces what gets pulled through the home.
Do you do the exclusion work too?
Yes. Restoration pairs with rodent exclusion or squirrel removal so the space stays clean.
What is a vapor barrier, and why replace it?
A vapor barrier is a sheet of plastic laid over the crawlspace ground to help keep moisture from rising into the space. Rodents tear and soil it, so it is replaced as part of a crawlspace restoration.
Can you restore just the attic or just the crawlspace?
Yes. Many homes only need one or the other. The free inspection shows which areas are affected.
What happens to the old insulation?
Contaminated insulation is removed and hauled away. Your technician will explain how much is coming out before work begins.
Ready to get rid of them?
Send us a request. We aim to reply within 15 minutes during regular business hours, or we take $20 off your service.