Insulation Removal & Replacement in Orange County, CA
Wet, smoke-contaminated, or rodent-soiled insulation ruins indoor air quality and energy performance. White Glove Plumbing & Restoration delivers turnkey insulation removal & replacement: source repair, safe extraction and disposal, cavity drying and sanitation, air sealing, and code-level insulation install with proper ventilation and baffles—finished with documentation your insurer and GC will love.
✓ Source fixed: We correct the leak or intrusion first.
✓ Code R-values: Correct product, depth, and ventilation.
✓ Clean extraction: HEPA-assisted removal and sealed disposal.
✓ Dry & sanitization: Cavities verified to local moisture baseline.
✓ Source fixed
✓ Code R-values
✓ Clean extraction
✓ Dry & sanitization
What Is Insulation Removal & Replacement?
A standards-led service that takes contaminated or wet insulation out of the structure safely, returns cavities to dry, sanitary baseline, and installs a code-compliant, properly ventilated thermal layer (attic, walls, floors, crawlspaces) with documented depth and R-value.
Why Choose White Glove Plumbing
Cause-to-cure continuity: Licensed plumbing + restoration—we fix the leak, dry the cavities, and install insulation correctly under one PM.
Safety & IAQ controls: Soft containment, negative air, HEPA filtration, and proper PPE; rodent/bio cleanups per standard practice.
Building-science driven: Air sealing, thermal bridging awareness, baffle placement, and balanced ventilation to keep R-value performing.
Insurance fluent: Clear separation of covered like-kind vs. owner upgrades (higher R-value, sound attenuation).
Immediate Actions (What to Do Now)
If insulation is wet or sagging, avoid disturbing it—movement spreads fibers/contaminants.
Shut water to suspected leaks; photograph damage and keep mitigation logs.
Don’t block attic/crawl vents—trapped moisture invites mold.
Call our 24/7 dispatcher for an insulation assessment and moisture check.
Common Scenarios We Handle
Roof/ceiling leaks soaking attic batts or blown-in
Tub/shower and supply line leaks saturating ceiling and wall cavities
Crawlspace moisture wicking into floor insulation and rim/sill areas
Fire/smoke events depositing soot/odor into insulation
Rodent/animal contamination requiring safe removal and sanitation
Remodels needing insulation upgrades or sound control
Source Diagnosis & Safety
Identify and repair the leak or intrusion (plumbing/roof/HVAC); set containment and HEPA/negative air where needed; protect living areas.
Selective Demo & Extraction
Create clean access; remove wet/contaminated insulation (batts, blown-in, cellulose, fiberglass, mineral wool) using controlled bagging or HEPA vac systems; bag and seal for compliant disposal.
Dry-Down & Sanitization
Chambered drying with LGR dehumidifiers + directed airflow; treat eligible surfaces with appropriate cleaners/odor neutralizers after moisture hits local baseline.
Air Sealing & Prep
Seal penetrations at top plates, can lights (rated), plumbing/electrical holes; install baffles at eaves; verify bath-fan ducts terminate outdoors.
Insulation Installation
Install code-level R-values (batts/blown-in per area), maintain clearances around heat sources, and ensure even coverage without compression or gaps.
QA, Ventilation Check & Close-Out
Verify depth/coverage, ventilation paths, and hatch weather-strip; photograph results and deliver a close-out packet (R-values, product data, photos, moisture logs).
What’s Included
Leak/source repair and protective containment/HEPA controls
Removal & sealed disposal of wet/contaminated insulation
Cavity dry-down & sanitation with logged moisture readings
Air sealing & eave baffles plus fan-to-exterior verification
Code-compliant insulation install (attic/wall/floor) with depth/R-value
Documentation packet (photos, materials, R-chart, moisture logs)
Costs & Timelines (What to Expect)
Typical duration:
Single ceiling bay or small bath: ½–1 day.
Attic/crawl projects: 1–3 days, depending on access and square footage.Key cost drivers: Area size and access (tight attics/crawlspaces), contamination level (rodent/soot), insulation type (batts vs. blown-in), air-sealing scope, and ventilation corrections.
Estimate clarity: Line-item proposal for removal, dry-down, sanitation, air-sealing, baffles, and install, plus optional upgrades (R-value, sound batts, radiant barrier where appropriate).
Insurance & Claims Help
Carrier-ready evidence: Cause/damage photos, moisture/psychrometric logs, removal volumes, and re-install specs.
Cause vs. resulting damage: We separate source repair from insulation restoration per common policy language.
Supplements: Hidden rot or extended wet zones documented for review. (Coverage varies by policy; not financial advice.)
Risks of Waiting (Why Act Now)
Mold/odor in damp cavities and finishes.
Ceiling sag as wet batts add weight and compromise drywall.
IAQ problems from rodent droppings or smoke-laden fibers.
Energy waste and condensation from missing or compressed insulation.
Methods, Materials & Quality Standards
Dry-first doctrine: Insulation only after assemblies meet local moisture baseline.
Removal controls: HEPA vac/extraction, sealed bags, negative air when required; PPE for rodent/smoke events.
Air sealing: Top-plate penetrations, can-light covers (rated), plumbing/electrical holes; weather-strip/insulate hatches.
Ventilation: Baffles at eaves, clear chutes, soffit/ridge/bath-fan exhaust verified to exterior.
Install technique: Even coverage, no gaps/voids, avoid compressing batts; maintain clearances from heat sources and fixtures.
Documentation: Depth photos with ruler, product data sheets, R-value charts, and moisture logs in the close-out packet.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do we have to remove all attic insulation if only one area got wet?
Not always. We remove wet/contaminated sections to natural breaks and verify adjacent zones are dry and odor-free.
Can you replace cellulose with fiberglass (or vice versa)?
Yes—based on goals and code. We’ll size depth to achieve the target R-value and ensure proper ventilation.
What about rodent contamination?
We remove soiled insulation under containment with HEPA and PPE, sanitize contact surfaces, and can coordinate exclusion referrals.
Will you check bathroom fan ducts?
Yes—fans must discharge outdoors, not into the attic. We correct routing as scoped.
Can you improve sound control between rooms?
We can install acoustic batts in interior walls as an upgrade during rebuilds.
Do we need a vapor barrier?
It’s climate and assembly specific. We’ll recommend appropriate vapor control based on local code and building science.
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Address: 1430 E Borchard Ave, Santa Ana, CA 92705
Phone: (949) 209-5206
Email: office@whitegloveplumbingca.com
White Glove Plumbing is locally based in Santa Ana and serves residential and commercial clients across Orange County with 24/7 emergency plumbing and water-damage restoration.
Our expert team handles leak detection, emergency plumbing, water extraction/dry-out, sewage cleanup, mold remediation, and reconstruction in top OC areas including Irvine, Anaheim, Santa Ana, Orange, Tustin, Costa Mesa, Newport Beach, Huntington Beach, Mission Viejo, Lake Forest, Fullerton, Yorba Linda, Laguna Beach, Dana Point, and San Clemente - plus surrounding neighborhoods.
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