We were in the market for insulation but weren't sure which kind to get. Heat Hunters was the only company to both offer a full diagnostic and to carry all insulation types. They went over all the options with us with different price points and we decided to remove the old dirty stuff, sanitize the attic, seal up the holes in the attic floor, put in baffles, and install cellulose treated with borates to keep pests away.
My wife and I are really impressed and feel like it was money well spent. Plus, our energy bill is already so much lower. This will clearly pay for itself. But the big plus is we can finally sleep through the night in our master! Go with these guys. They're good people and they're all extremely passionate. Very fair pricing too.
Insulation removal & re-insulation.
Old, dirty or rodent-damaged insulation vacuumed out, the space sanitized, air leaks sealed and fresh insulation installed. Attics, garage ceilings and more, done properly by our own crew.
Adding more on top just buries the problem
After 15 to 20 Florida summers, insulation is usually flattened, patchy, stained by old roof leaks or full of rodent droppings. Blowing new material over it keeps all of that above your ceiling, next to your air handler and ductwork.
Taking it out gives us a clean, empty space. That means we can actually see the problems, seal the air leaks properly and put fresh insulation in at an even, full depth.
- Removes dust, droppings and odors at the source
- Exposes hidden leaks, wiring and pest entry points
- New insulation performs like it should
Why homeowners choose removal
It's more than a clean-up. Here's what changes once the old insulation is gone.
Cleaner indoor air
Old insulation holds dust, allergens and debris that leaky ceilings pull into your home. Removing it and sealing the leaks stops that at the source.
No more musty smells
That stale, musty smell is often old, damp or contaminated insulation. Out it goes, and the space is sanitized before anything new goes in.
Hidden problems exposed
With the old material gone we can see roof leaks, damaged wiring, crushed ducts and pest entry points, and photograph everything for you.
Rodent mess gone
Droppings, nesting and tunnels are removed with the insulation, the space is sanitized, and we can seal up how pests were getting in.
Air leaks sealed properly
A clean attic floor means we can seal around lights, top plates, hatches and duct boots before fresh insulation covers them again.
Lower bills, cooler rooms
Fresh, full-depth insulation over a sealed ceiling keeps heat out, so your AC runs less and hot rooms finally keep up.
Does your insulation need to come out?
Tap the ones you've noticed. Two or more is a good reason to get it checked.
Insulation removal, step by step
Most homes take one to three days from start to finish, depending on size and what we find.
- 1
Free inspection and price
We inspect your attic or roof space, take photos, check depth and condition, and run a blower door test. You get a clear recommendation and a written price on the day.
- 2
Prep and protect
We lay floor runners and cover the route to the attic, and set up our removal equipment outside. Your home stays clean.
- 3
Remove the old insulation
A commercial insulation vacuum pulls the old material through a hose straight into sealed bags outside. Nothing gets carried through your home.
- 4
Inspect and sanitize
With the space empty, we check wiring, ducts, the roof deck and pest entry points, photograph what we find, then clean and sanitize.
- 5
Seal the air leaks
Gaps around lights, top plates, hatches and duct boots are sealed with the blower door running, so we can see the leakage number drop.
- 6
Re-insulate
Fresh insulation goes in at the right depth for Florida, with baffles at the eaves. Usually blown-in, with spray foam or a radiant barrier where it makes sense.
- 7
Walk-through and clean-up
We re-test, show you before and after photos, answer your questions and leave the place tidier than we found it.
Every job starts with a proper inspectionWhy we don't just add more on top
Topping up is cheaper today. Here's what you give up.
| Topping up | Removal & re-insulation | |
|---|---|---|
| Old insulation | ✕Stays in place, dirt and droppings included | ✓Vacuumed out and hauled away |
| Air leaks | ✕Buried deeper and harder to reach | ✓Found and sealed with a blower door |
| Hidden problems | ✕Stay hidden | ✓Exposed, photographed and dealt with |
| Hygiene | ✕Unchanged | ✓Sanitized before anything new goes in |
| Coverage | ✕New layer over old gaps and dips | ✓Fresh, even depth wall to wall |
| Upfront cost | ✕Lower | ✓Higher |
| Long-term result | ✕Hit or miss | ✓Like brand-new insulation |
Every removal job includes
Your questions, answered
Straight answers to what people ask us most about insulation removal.
Why remove old insulation instead of just adding more?
How do I know if my insulation needs to be removed?
Can old insulation affect my indoor air quality?
How do you remove the old insulation?
Is insulation removal messy?
Do I need to leave the house?
How long does insulation removal take?
What types of insulation can you remove?
What happens after the old insulation is removed?
What insulation do you put back in?
Can you remove insulation from just part of the attic?
Does removal help with rodents?
How do you dispose of the old insulation?
How much does insulation removal cost?
What removal customers say
My wife and I have had pretty bad allergies since moving into this house in Florida. We met Danny at a trade show and he told us it might be because of dirty attic air coming into our living area. I was skeptical but had him over to check for air leaks and inspect the attic.
I was genuinely shocked at all the leaks he found and how nasty the attic was. I had no idea all my can lights in the ceiling were leaking so much. We had them do a full attic restoration and they got rid of all the old nasty insulation, disinfected, sealed up our ducts, and sealed up the attic floor before adding new insulation. They even installed some metal mesh around the house so rodents wont get in.
Believe it or not our allergies are not acting up at all anymore! I'm excited to see how much lower this next electric bill is too. Very happy. Thanks guys
Danny and his team were fantastic with helping us removing our existing insulation, air sealing, and replacing with new insulation. From the first call and visit, Danny took the time to answer questions, did the blower door test, and explained why the service was needed without pressuring us. He's full of integrity and knowledgeable when it comes to this subject and more. The guys were supposed to do the work for 2 days, but there were minor hiccups (my house had more canned lights than expected, which Danny had to order more covers). He ordered them expeditiously and had them the next morning. The team worked extremely hard for 3 days in the hot attic. I had to leave the house for a prior engagement and you know what I saw on my security cameras? Danny was sweeping the garage and picking up every piece of scraps in the driveway. Then he also rinsed down any dirt from the company's truck. These guys went above and beyond and I could not recommend them highly enough. They were always in constant communication and always focused on getting things done correctly. With the rain being gone and it's getting hot again, we're already feeling more comfortable in our house. If you have any doubt, take this comment and just do it. Thanks Danny and team!
I found Danny on Google, who is the one winning so many positive reviews! Danny came to do the estimate and offered a good deal. Today I just had my insulation project done. I would strongly recommend Danny's Heat Hunters Insulation. They spent one day to clean out all the old insulation and disinfected the attic, and the second day to install new insulation, 13 inches thick! The new radiant barriers are new materials that can efficiently block the heat from the roof. Two workers took an extra day to install radiant barriers. They made everything look much better than before. I am super satisfied with their work. Danny deserves all the good praise and respect.
We where needing to re-insulate our attic after getting a few quote we had Danny from heat hunters come out he was very informative on the process. We ended up going with his company best desion we made Travis the installer did an awesome job and was a clean and smooth process the results where instant our a/c was having trouble keeping up and now it is working normally again. If your in the market for insulation I highly recommend Heat Hunters!
I was absolutely blown away by how thorough the initial inspection was. Danny spent over an hour looking at my gas water heater, the AC, the attic, and then doing that crazy blower door test! I can't believe I hadn't heard of that test sooner. I KNEW my house had to have been wasting cold air...I just didnt realize how bad it was. Such an eye opener. And I didnt think i could have so much fun learning about heat and "building science" (that's a new one for me). My wife and I learned more about our home from Heat Hunters in 2 hours than we have in the last 5 years from several different HVAC companies.
We were excited to move forward and we are so glad we did. It feels amazing in here and it's so refreshing to deal with a company who gives a damn and treats you like royalty. The install crew was so polite to us and respectful of our space. They came in and laid down tarp over our carpeting and put plastic on our walls while they explained the plan. They removed the old insulation and cleaned up and then sprayed closed foam in our attic. We felt so safe with all of the testing they did throughout the process, and with the awesome communication. I can't thank these guys enough. Everyone should have their heat hunted by the Heat Hunters!
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