Insulation is the best investment you can make for your home, but it means nothing if you’ve had or are currently dealing with a pest infestation. Rodents and other pests can make nests among your insulation. Their droppings and general presence can cause havoc in your attic and in your home. We’re talking about substances capable of degrading the structure of your home and the quality of the air you’re breathing. Pest infestations can cause mold growth, wood rot, and can even invite more pests. Let’s not forget, this also means your insulation is probably losing its effectiveness every moment the infestation isn’t dealt with. But removing the pests isn’t the end of the issue. Once pest extermination has done its job, and repairs are made to ensure no more can get in, you will need to make sure that your attic is cleaned and cleared of all trace of their presence.
Decontaminating and sanitizing the area is your next step after clearing an infestation. This means removing the insulation, cleaning everything of contaminates, and applying new insulation.