Your Attic Made Safe Again.

Our Decontamination Process

Step 1: Containment. We seal off the attic from the rest of the house using plastic sheeting and negative air pressure to prevent cross-contamination. Spores, dust, and particles stay in the work zone.

Step 2: Removal. Trained technicians wearing hazmat-grade protective equipment bag and remove every piece of contaminated insulation. Material is double-bagged and disposed of at a licensed facility.

Step 3: HEPA Vacuuming. The entire attic space is vacuumed with commercial HEPA-vac equipment that captures particles down to 0.3 microns. This removes residual droppings, dust, and spore-laden material.

Step 4: Antimicrobial Treatment. We apply a professional-grade antimicrobial agent to all surfaces. This kills bacteria, fungal spores, and neutralizes odor at the molecular level.

Step 5: Re-insulation. Once the space is certified clean, we install fresh insulation to the appropriate R-value for your climate zone. Your attic is restored to pre-damage condition or better.

Common Decontamination Scenarios

Bat colonies. Bat guano accumulates over months or years. The fungus Histoplasma capsulatum grows in guano and causes histoplasmosis when spores are inhaled. This is the most common scenario requiring full decontamination.

Raccoon latrines. Raccoon feces contain Baylisascaris procyonis (raccoon roundworm), which causes severe neurological damage in humans. Professional decontamination is required, not optional.

Rodent infestations. Mice and rats contaminate insulation with urine and droppings. Hantavirus and other pathogens are transmitted through airborne particles from disturbed droppings.

Squirrel damage. Squirrels compress and contaminate insulation, reducing R-value. They also chew wiring, creating fire hazards that must be addressed before re-insulation.

Insurance Claim Assistance

Attic decontamination and restoration from bat and raccoon damage is often covered by homeowners insurance. Bats and raccoons are mammals, not pests, and the damage they cause is typically covered under the same provisions as other animal damage.

We document the damage with detailed reports and photos, prepare the claim documentation, and work directly with your insurance adjuster. In many cases, our clients pay nothing out of pocket for the decontamination.