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There are a lot of DIY projects out there that you should feel confident to tackle with gusto and an online tutorial. However, there are also a lot of projects that no matter how many times you pin it or how many YouTube videos you watch, you should really leave them up to the professionals. Blown-in insulation removal is one of those tasks best left to those who know, and at Polk County Insulation, our professionals can get the job done right for you the first time leaving you hassle and worry free.

Blown-In Insulation Removal: Just Because You Can, Doesn’t Mean You Should

Blown-in InsulationBlown-in insulation is not for the feint of heart. First off, if you are removing insulation, chances are there is something not quite right about it. It’s probably been installed for a while, and you may be noticing heat and cool air are escaping and costing you money. Insulation that is old may be infested with rodents or rodent droppings at least, which can spread diseases and bacteria that are dangerous for your family. There is also the risk with blown-in insulation removal of finding asbestos and not properly handling it, also posing a risk to your family’s health. At Polk County Insulation, we will make sure to protect the areas of your house that you don’t want exposed to insulation fibers, covering the home with plastic and tarps to keep the work area marked off. If you have ever seen blown-in insulation removal before, you know that it can be really messy and that just disposing of a small area can mean garbage bags full of insulation. We know how to properly dispose of the asbestos too, keeping the worry and mess off your plate. If you have a blown-in insulation removal job you need help with, contact us at Polk County Insulation today.